Buses

Controlled access buses (CAB)

A CAB is a bus, other than an articulated bus, that is longer than 12.5 metres long but not more than 14.5 metres long.

These buses are more difficult to manoeuvre than standard length buses and therefore are not suitable to drive on all roads.

Notice	National Class 2 Bus Authorisation Notice National Class 3 Bus Rear Overhang Dimension Exemption Notice
Operator’s Guide	National Controlled Access Bus Operator’s Guide
Network	The Controlled Access Bus Network maps on the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) National Network Map. Note: As the map does not currently show all approved and denied routes, operators must also refer to: Controlled Access Bus Approved Routes (PDF, 1.69 MB) Controlled Access Bus Denied Routes (PDF, 135.56 KB) These lists will be removed from the site when the routes are added to the maps.
Permit	Operators seeking access to roads that are not on the approved network must obtain a permit for travel. Information on applying for a permit is available on the NHVR website.

A double decker bus is a bus that has two decks, other than an articulated bus, that is not longer than 12.5 metres long.

Notice	New South Wales Class 3 Bus Mass Exemption Notice
Operator’s Guide	New South Wales Class 3 Bus Mass Exemption Notice Operator's Guide
Network	The Roads approved for Double Deck Buses (PDF, 270.96 KB) list outlines the approved routes for double decker buses.
Permit	Operators seeking access to roads that are not on the approved network must obtain a permit for travel. Information on applying for a permit is available on the NHVR website.