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Glenelg tram Adelaide — city to beach
The classic Glenelg tram line links the Adelaide CBD with Moseley Square on the sand. Check the timetable, use the line map & stops, use free zones where they apply, and pay with Tap and Pay, metroCARD or the app on paid sections.
- Running? Yes Status & closures
- Journey City ↔ beach ~12 km · Adelaide
- Free zones City + beach end Not whole trip free
- Pay with Tap / metroCARD Adelaide Metro tickets
Photo · CC licensed Why ride the Glenelg tram?
- 1 City free zone Rundle Mall, Victoria Square, North Terrace culture
- 2 Reserved corridor Inner south-west suburbs toward the bay
- 3 Jetty Road free hop Shop & café strip to the square
- 4 Moseley Square Beach, jetty, sunset
Major stops at a glance
- Entertainment Centre · Events & park-and-ride
- Royal Adelaide Hospital · Hospital precinct
- Adelaide Railway Station · Train interchange
- Festival Plaza · Riverbank & events
- Botanic Gardens · Gardens terminus
- Rundle Mall · Shopping heart
- Victoria Square · City centre square
- Wayville · Showground
- Morphettville · Racecourse
- Jetty Road · Dining strip
- Moseley Square · Beach terminus
Glenelg tram line map
*Free-zone labels are a planning aid only. Confirm free travel on Adelaide Metro free & special transport. Not every service calls every northern terminus.
Start here
- Glenelg tram timetable How often it runs · live planner · is it running?
- Map, stops & line map Adelaide city to Moseley Square stop list
- How to ride & free zones metroCARD · free vs paid · beach or to the city
- Running, closures & tips Post-upgrade status · connections · best times
- Things to do City→Glenelg day, Jetty Road food, CBD combo
- History Bay tram heritage to modern Flexity & Citadis
Stay near the line
Stay in Glenelg or the Adelaide CBD
Sleep on Jetty Road or in the Adelaide CBD free tram zone and ride the classic city-to-beach line. We may earn a commission if you book via Booking.com (no extra cost to you).
Beyond the light rail
Tours & experiences
Glenelg beach, Adelaide city highlights and South Australian day trips that pair well with a tram-based stay. We may earn a commission if you book via GetYourGuide (no extra cost to you).
- Glenelg & Adelaide beach experiences Coastal Adelaide, jetty and bay-side activities Search on GetYourGuide →
- Adelaide city highlights CBD, markets and cultural precinct tours Search on GetYourGuide →
- Adelaide food & wine Central Market, restaurants and regional day trips Search on GetYourGuide →
- South Australia day trips Hills, wine regions and longer outings from the city Search on GetYourGuide →
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Travel kit
Handy gear for a city-to-beach day
Lightweight kit ideas for Jetty Road, the beach and free-zone hops. Search links go to Amazon.com.au — we may earn a commission (no extra cost to you).
- Compact day backpack For Jetty Road, beach and CBD free-zone hops Search on Amazon AU →
- Reusable water bottle Beach days and summer tram waits Search on Amazon AU →
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Is the Glenelg tram running?
Yes. The Glenelg tram is an active Adelaide Metro service between Adelaide city and Moseley Square at Glenelg beach. Major grade-separation upgrades finished with services fully resumed in early 2026. For temporary closures or delays, check Adelaide Metro service updates on the day you travel.
Where is the Glenelg tram timetable?
Use the Adelaide Metro journey planner or app for live times and first/last services. This site’s Timetable page explains how often the line usually runs, destination patterns, and links to official tools — it is not a substitute for the operator schedule.
Is the Glenelg tram free?
Only in places. Simple picture: free in the city free tram zone, free again at the Glenelg beach end (Brighton Road to Moseley Square), and usually paid for the suburban middle if you ride city to beach. Confirm the official free tram map on Adelaide Metro before you ride.
How do I pay for the Glenelg tram?
For most visitors, the easiest options are Adelaide Metro Tap and Pay (Visa/Mastercard contactless or phone wallet where accepted), a metroCARD, or the Buy & Go app. Have payment ready before you leave a free zone on a city-to-beach trip. Dollar fares change — check Adelaide Metro fares pages. This is not NSW Opal or Queensland go card.
How do I get from Glenelg to the city by tram?
Board at Moseley Square or Jetty Road and ride citybound. Read the destination sign (hospital, Entertainment Centre, Festival Plaza and others all appear). Free near the beach end, usually pay through the middle, free again in the city free zone. Use the journey planner for your exact trip.
How long does the tram take from Adelaide city to Glenelg?
About 30 minutes is a useful planning rule of thumb from a central city stop to Moseley Square — not a guarantee. Use the Adelaide Metro journey planner for today’s duration for your two stops.
Where is the Glenelg tram map and stops list?
This guide has a schematic Glenelg tram line map and stop list on the Map & stops page, with deeper notes on visitor stops such as Rundle Mall, Victoria Square, Jetty Road and Moseley Square. For official network maps and live next services, use Adelaide Metro.
Do I pay again when I change from tram to bus or train?
Transfer rules depend on your Adelaide Metro ticket product (for example metroCARD or other valid fares) and the current transfer window. This guide does not invent transfer minutes or prices — check official Adelaide Metro tickets and fares pages for how transfers work on the day you travel.
Is this the official Adelaide Metro website?
No. glenelgtram.com.au is an independent Farming Domains visitor guide. For live times, disruptions, free-zone maps, metroCARD and fares, use Adelaide Metro.