Transport

We operate daily private bus services within Ipswich and the western suburbs of Brisbane as far north as Indooroopilly, east to Sunnybank Hills, and south to Greenbank and Springfield.

We are ideally located in Ipswich, just 25 minutes from Brisbane’s western suburbs and as one of Queensland’s first schools, our proud heritage is only matched by our progressive outlook, welcoming boys from near and far.


Ipswich Grammar School is located in Darling Street, Ipswich. We are 10 minutes drive from the Motorway and 45 minutes from the international and domestic airports. Public transport is also easily accessible with our campus, only an 11 minute walk from Ipswich Railway Station, and public buses also run regularly.


Charter Bus Service

We operate daily private bus services for students of Ipswich Grammar and Ipswich Girls' Grammar within Ipswich and the western suburbs of Brisbane as far north as Indooroopilly, east to Sunnybank Hills, and south to Greenbank and Springfield. Responsive to our growing community, additional bus routes are added as the need arises.


Buses depart from Ipswich Grammar from 3.05pm with additional services available on Monday to Thursday for students staying late for sport, cultural activities and study.

Bus Application Form Bus Fares Bus Timetables
Morning Route Map Afternoon Route Map Afternoon Route Map (LATE)

Wet Weather

During extreme weather conditions that may cause flooding, Wet Weather routes for Bus 8 (Kenmore), Bus 10 (Moggill) and Late Bus A (Kenmore) will be activated.

Notifications will be sent via Schoolbox and the BusMinder App as early as possible in these circumstances. We monitor road closures and where possible we will provide updates before the route commencement however, on occasion, on-route diversions may be neccessary.

Wet Weather routes have a reduced footprint in these suburbs to prioritise safety and avoid flood-impacted zones. This may mean that your regular stop is not available or that the route takes longer than normal to reach the destination. This may cause inconvenience to our parents however in these circumstances, we trust our families will assist us in assessing the best available alternate bus stop for the quick and safe transportation of our boys.

Wet Weather Timetables - Bus 8, Bus 10 and Late Bus A Wet Weather - Morning Route Map Wet Weather - Afternoon Route Map Wet Weather - Afternoon Route Map (LATE)

Parent Information

Young Travellers – Prep to Year 4

We recommend that Prep students contact the Junior School regarding bus travel within the first six months before submitting an application.


Prep to Year 4 students will not be able to disembark from a service without a parent/guardian present. Students in Year 5 and Year 6 are strongly encouraged to have a parent/guardian present before disembarking, but this is not mandatory.

Safe Travel
To ensure student safety and wellbeing, when travelling on the service students are expected to:

  • Abide by the Schools Code of Conduct;
  • Be at the designated bus stop 10 minutes prior to the timetabled departure time;
  • Obey driver’s instructions;
  • Sit properly on a seat;
  • Wear the seatbelt at all times;
  • Place bags on the floor;
  • Have their Student ID Card ready;
  • The Schools reserve the right to suspend or terminate use of the bus service for passengers who do not abide by the Schools’ expectations.


Student ID Cards*
It is a mandatory requirement for students to use their Student Card to tap on and tap off when using the service.

Lost or damaged Student Cards are to be reported to Student Services for a replacement to be issued.


Monitor Student Travel and Services

The Schools have implemented a new software application for tracking and monitoring student travel. Information on how to download the App, set up Login information and all you need to know about the new software can be found by following this link.

*Note: Previously issued Bus Passes will be invalid on the new service. Students are to use their Student ID Card provided by IGS.

Contact Information

IGS – Phone: 07 3813 9611
studentservices@ipswichgrammar.com

Fassifern Coaches (during travel time)
Phone – 0436 639 167



BusMinder Parent App

BusMinder provides the security of knowing your child has boarded their bus and arrived at their destination. Using real-time information, BusMinder lets you know exactly where your child is at any point during their commute.


Get the Parent App
Parents can download the BusMinder Parent App from the iTunes Store/ Google Play.

Login and Password

To login to the BusMinder Parent App you will need:
• Username – your email address on file with the school
• Password – click forgot password. A link will be emailed to you to create a new password
• Login – use the information to login to the Parent App

Key Information

• Students use their Student ID Card to board and disembark the bus.
• Receive an optional alert every time your child boards or disembarks.
• Ensure your child is on the right bus and view the bus location in real time.
• Notifications on service delays sent directly to your smart phone.

Parent App Settings
• Select the Route option at the bottom of the screen, navigate to All Routes to select the service your child utilises. Click the "star" to save as a Favourite.
• Navigate to the Student option at the bottom of the screen to view services your child is registered to.
• Option to change the notifications for each student.