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Transportation & Reach
Transportation in Perth is one of the most advanced in the world, covering almost all modes of transport, it can be bus, train, ferry or airlines. Buses are very prolific in Perth almost all neighborhoods are covered by buses. Ferry service is also very popular mode transport. Tansperth, a transport service provider not only operates a ferry service but runs buses too. There are innumerable stations within the city limits that will allow you to get a feel of the city. As for taxis and private cars you just have to ring a service provider to have it at your doorstep. One can totally rely on the system of transportation in Perth.

Perth Airport:
Perth is served by Perth Airport in the city's east for regional, domestic and international flights and Jandakot Airport in the city's southern suburbs is meant for general aviation and charter flights. Perth Airport is one of the biggest airports in the world and it has over twenty international, domestic and regional airlines. One can board a flight from Hong Kong, Mauritius, South Africa or Thailand to land in Perth. All major airlines cover Perth, so wherever you are in the world, reaching Australia and Perth will not be any issue for anyone traveling Perth.

Railways:
Perth has four metropolitan rail lines. These trains take the load of more than 1,00,000 passengers per week but of course, the figures vary. With complementary bus service, Perth train service is a force to reckon with. Train stations like Warick, Kelmscott, Stirling, Midland and Fremantle have good bus connections. Trains are a good way to explore a city, you will be able to get the feel of the city, its flavor and its people. Trains normally run through the heart of the city or through the main suburban areas, look out as you go, you will be able to get very important glimpses of the environment around you.

Local Transportation of Perth:
Bus: One of the busiest cities in the world, Perth is covered well by road transport. In fact moving around in Perth with just the bus service to bank on is not really a bad proposition. The buses in Perth does not have a single operator, there are multiple operators who are in a contract with Public Transport Authority, Government of Western Australia. Perth bus service can be termed as efficient, you would love to move around in a bus and the most beautiful part of all this is that you would not have to wait long for any bus anywhere in the city. Perth bus service covers all the major routes as well as not so important routes in the city. This means that if you want to go to the boutique tucked away in the corner or the restaurant down the lane, you would not face any hassle of reaching there, just because it is a bit out of the way. Perth bus service starts early in the day and continues till late at night, it ceases to operate only after eleven at night. Busy routes may have buses plying a little longer. Weekend services are a bit slack, weekdays see a heavy rush especially during the peak hours

Taxis: There is more than one agency from where you can hire a taxi. One of the best known Perth taxi service is Swan Taxis. Swan taxi service is quite old when compared to newer taxi services cropping up yearly. Swan Taxis Cooperative is part of the old transport network in Western Australia that has continued to grow and prosper for over 70 years. They provide yellow cabs and coastal cabs, you can decide which cab to take to travel or sightseeing.

Ferries: Perth ferry service will take you wherever you want to go. You can visit Rottnest Island from Perth. Oceangoing high- speed ferry is available from Perth, you will get the same from Fremantle. The prices are all affordable, the highest price is less than fifty dollars. Tansperth runs ferry services which are not only availed of by the visitors but regularly by the residents too. This ferry service operated across the river (Swan River).

Hotels & Accommodation
One can choose from a wide range of Perth hotel locations, including beach-side, city-side, river-side or right beside the shops, and match it with some well-chosen sightseeing options. You can also make bookings online. Perth hosts a variety of hotels that suit every pocket. You can opt for hotels providing the deluxe comforts of private baths with jacuzzis and all other sports and dining facilities. Else if you are looking to save money, you can find various low budget lodges or hotels. Perth hotels that are known for outstanding service are the best place for the tourists as well as the residents to refresh themselves. Perth provides accommodations for any kind of visitor. You need to pay more for the additional services.

Hotels of Perth	Average Rates
5-Star	$600-400
4-Star	$400-250
2-Star	$250-150
Budget Hotels	$150-70