Gympie Patient Transport Service

Gympie Patient Transport Service

The Gympie Patient Transport Service provides free transportation for Gympie residents travelling from Gympie Hospital to clinical appointments at Nambour Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital and Birtinya health hub.

About The Service

The Gympie Patient Transport Service provides free transportation for Gympie residents travelling from Gympie Hospital to clinical appointments at Nambour Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital and Birtinya health hub. This essential service operates two services daily - Monday to Friday - excluding public holidays.

Funded by Wishlist, this service aims to reduce the stress and burden of long-distance travel for medical care. The service follows a fixed timetable with designated pick-up and drop-off points, ensuring timely and reliable transport for patients.

Gympie Patient Transport Bus

How To Use The Bus Service

If you have a medical appointment at Nambour Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Hospital or Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital or Birtinya health hub, you can travel (free of charge) on the Wishlist Gympie Patient Transport Service.

Just arrive at the pickup point on time and show the driver your appointment letter or text.

You can also book a ride by contacting your clinical treatment team.

Health staff members who need to arrange transport for a patient should fill out the PTSU booking form on QHEPS.

Departure Times

Gympie Nelson Reserve via River Rd departure times departure times:
6.20am & 11.35am.

Nambour Hospital main entrance departure times:
7.20am, 9.50am, 12.40pm, 4.55pm.

Sunshine Coast University Hospital (south entrance) departure times:
9am & 3.50pm.

Bus Timetable

Gympie patient transport bus service timetable
*Please note that the Gympie Patient Transport Service follows a strict timetable, and deviations from the schedule are not permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use the transport service?

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Gympie Hospital patients requiring outpatient appointments, treatment or day procedure, plus a maximum of one carer per patient.

How many seats are on the bus?

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Each trip can take up to 19 people.

Where do I park my car in Gympie?

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The designated Gympie pick-up point is in Nelson Reserve via River Rd which has free no limit parking.

Can children use the transport service?

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Patients must be over 16 years. Children under 16 not requiring a child restraint seat can be transported if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Is the bus wheelchair-accessible?

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Yes, the Gympie Patient Transport Service is equipped to accommodate one wheelchair and has capacity to store 4 mobility aids.

How was this service funded?

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The first two years of this transport service have been funded by Wishlist, with an investment of $256,000. This was made possible by the generous contributions of tradespeople and suppliers involved in the creation of Wishlist House Gympie. The project was made possible by the generosity of award-winning builders AUSMAR and
One Agency Gympie.

What if I need to contact the bus driver?

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If you need to contact the bus driver please call 0419 861 758.

Proudly facilitated by

SCHHS and QLD Government logos

Funded by

Wishlist - Your local hospital charity LOGO

Would you like to support this service? Make a tax-deductible donation.

Got Questions?

Fill out the contact form below or phone us on (07) 5202 1777
Thank you for supporting patients and families.