Q: A question for the Sydneysiders here, I am living in Melbourne but may move to Sydney soon for a better job. What do you think of Sydney's public transport system, especially the train network? Is public transport in Sydney prompt, timely, efficient or affordable?
A: Sydney's transport is a shambles. CityRail trains are constantly late, always dirty and on occasions are cancelled without notice. Having said that, the closer you live to the centre of the city (or the place where you will be working) transport will be better because travel times will be less. Sydney's government bus system is also terrible. Buses are so overcrowded in peak times that they often have to skip multiple stops because they can't fit more people in. Sydney, unfortunately, is a very car-dependent city. Of course, during non-peak times, buses and trains are less crowded, but then again, not many people use public transport during non-peak times to get to work. Although I'm a Sydneysider through and through, I personally admire Melbourne for having such an efficient tram system. I'm somewhat of an urban transit enthusiast, and a modern light rail system is exactly what Sydney needs. There is a plan to build several European-style metro lines, but they are a long way off from even getting started, and have been criticised by several urban planners worldwide. They're also too little too late. I'm very much an advocate for a modern light rail system for Sydney.
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