Woden Interchange

Current Update

• The new Woden Interchange on Callam Street opened on 20 April 2026.
• Decommissioning of the temporary bus interchange is in progress with the cleared site to form part of the new Woden Village development.
• The Bowes/Bradley shared zone is expected to open to private vehicles by the end of July 2026, completing connectivity across the CIT Woden Campus precinct.
• Remedial works along Bowes Street have started. These include the re-opening of the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Bowes and Matilda Street and the completion of the North Plaza green space.

Overview

The Woden Interchange is light rail enabled with space for an expanding bus network, future proofing the area for the provision of light rail to Canberra’s south. It is located on Callam Street, next to the CIT Woden Campus which opened in July 2025.

Two bus layover areas on Launceston and Easty Streets provide driver facilities and space for up to 35 buses.

For more information on the CIT Woden Campus Project, visit CIT Woden Campus.

For information on platforms and timetables, visit New Woden Interchange - Transport Canberra.

Community benefits

The benefits to the community include:

• safe, easy and comfortable travel
• bike and e-scooter amenities, encouraging active travel
• infrastructure that supports future planning for the light rail and a growing region
• reduction of emissions with more public transport options.

Project features

In response to community feedback, reinforcing the need for improved safety and connectivity in the area, the new interchange will provide:

• wide footpaths with clear lines of sight
• clear signage so people can find their way
• enhanced lighting
• better shelter and weather protection
• storage facilities for bikes and other active travel equipment
• easy links to nearby cycle paths

Other design features and facilities will include:

• drinking fountains
• toilets
• new trees and landscaping

Reports and publications

• Construction Notification - Woden Interchange opening and temporary bus interchange closure - April 2026
• Woden Interchange Opening Community Engagement Report - April 2026

Find out more

If you have questions about this project, please contact infrastructurecanberra@act.gov.au

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