- New free CAT bus service for Scarborough Beach starts 30 November running daily between the coast and Stirling Station via Innaloo Shopping Centre
- Routes 410 and 412 extended to Karrinyup Bus Station for better connectivity
- New service will make it easier for people to visit Scarborough Beach, boosting tourism, businesses, and the local economy
- Part of the Cook Government's commitment to growing Perth's world-class public transport network
Scarborough Beach's new free Surf CAT bus will begin passenger services from tomorrow, making it easier than ever for locals and tourists to enjoy one of Perth's premier beaches.
The Surf CAT - a 2025 Cook Government election commitment - is a free, high-frequency daily bus service that will run every 10 minutes for most of the day, giving users the opportunity to hop on and off at their leisure.
Running regular services from early morning until late at night, it will operate between Stirling Bus Station and Scarborough Beach via Cedric Street, Ellen Stirling Boulevard, and Scarbough Beach Road, with an end-to-end journey of about 20 minutes.
As well as a brightly coloured blue exterior that will make it easy to identify, the Surf CAT also includes dedicated space for surfboard storage, providing a convenient transport option for all types of beachgoers.
The State Government allocated $17.8 million in this year's budget towards delivering the new service.
This included new bus lanes, two new bus embayments on West Coast Highway, as well as accessibility and congestion-busting improvements to the West Coast Highway/Scarborough Beach Road intersection.
Additionally, route 410 and 412 bus services have been extended to Karrinyup Bus Station, which willcreate a stronger north-south bus link by improving access between Scarborough and Karrinyup.
The Cook Government is committed to strengthening Perth's public transport network and boosting the local economy through improved connectivity.
As stated by Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Scarborough is one of Perth's most well-known and popular beaches and the new Surf CAT will be a game changer for locals and visitors - right in time for summer.
"Our government is proud of its record investment in WA's world-class public transport network and making it more accessible and affordable.
"The new free service will make a real difference to boosting connectivity and reducing congestion at Scarborough.
"With more people being able to travel to this iconic beach with ease, the Surf CAT will also support the delivery of more vibrant events and strengthen the local economy."
As stated by Scarborough MLA Stuart Aubrey:
"Scarborough is a safe, vibrant, and welcoming community. It's also a thriving destination for sport, culture, music, and arts events that bring people together and showcase the very best of our coastline.
"With so many people coming to Scarborough, it of course puts pressure on parking in the area, which is why the Cook Government has been focused on delivering better public transport and pedestrian connectivity.
"The new Surf CAT service will give our community a free, convenient way to reach the beach, helping to relieve traffic congestion as well as boosting our small businesses and the local economy.
"Scarborough is Perth's premier beachside destination and the gateway to the Sunset Coast, and the Surf CAT will better connect our community and keep us moving forward."
