The Lane Cove Tunnel

New bus lanes on Epping Road

Years of planning, community consultation and construction have gone into the Lane Cove Tunnel project. The approved Lane Cove Tunnel and expanded Gore Hill Freeway project included a $35 million upgrade of Epping Road to provide dedicated bus priority, a new bus interchange, new turning lanes for local traffic and better cyclist facilities.

Improvements for public transport users

• Bus lanes: There will be 2.8 km of 24 hour bus lanes in both directions between Mowbray Road and Parklands Avenue.
• A bus interchange at Longueville Road: The $5 million interchange will cater for 400 buses heading towards the city each week day. Two lanes for buses to stop means safer boarding and disembarking and will minimise queuing. Shelters will provide all-weather protection for passengers.

Improvements for motorists with two or more passengers

Transit lanes: There will be a morning peak T3 lane on Epping Road city bound between Pittwater Road and Mowbray Road West and a 24 hour T2 lane in each direction on the Gore Hill Freeway between the Pacific Highway and Merrenburn Avenue.

• Opening of new dedicated T2 off-ramp linking the Lane Cove Tunnel to the Gore Hill Freeway T2 lane: This will provide a direct link to the 24 hour T2 lane on the Gore Hill Freeway, used by buses and cars with 2 or more passengers.

Improvements for pedestrian and cyclists

• A new pedestrian overpass at Longueville Road will link to the new bus interchange.
• Improved pedestrian safety with a signalised crossing at Cox's Lane.
• Completion of the 7.5 kilometre cycle and pedestrian path between Naremburn and North Ryde.(later in 2008)

Improved local traffic access

• New right turn lane from Epping Road westbound at Parklands  Avenue
• New right turn lane from Epping Road westbound at Centennial Avenue
• Additional right turn lane from Epping Road to Sam Johnson Way citybound: This will provide additional turning capacity to the Lane Cove West business park.

Traffic changes

• One general traffic lane westbound between Centennial Avenue and Sam Johnson Way. Other sections of Epping Road will have 2 general westbound traffic lanes.
• One general traffic lane eastbound between Mowbray Road and Longueville Road.

Local access maps

Click here to view Epping Road lane configurations and maps showing improved local access at intersections.

The changes to traffic arrangements on Epping Road are the final part of the Lane Cove Tunnel project. Traffic may be heavy while motorists adjust to these changes, particularly at peak times. You can help make this transition run smoothly by familiarising yourself with the changes that will affect you. Use the interactive maps and videos below to see these changes in detail.

Flyover and drive through videos

Click here to view the Epping Road Flyer over and Epping Road lane configurations and maps showing improved local access at the following intersections:

• Epping Road and Longueville Road intersection and new bus interchange.
• Epping Road and Centennial Avenue intersection.
• Epping Road and Sam Johnson Way Intersection.
• Epping Road at Cox's Lane.
• Epping Road and Mowbray Road West intersection.

Interactive maps (you can also print)

Click here to see how to access the Lane Cove Tunnel, the expanded Gore Hill Freeway and the other major roads after opening.

Drive through and fly-over videos

Click here to see how the changes will look when you use the roads around the Lane Cove tunnel.

Important contact details

• For questions about the operation of the Lane Cove Tunnel, contact Connector Motorways on 133 111 or go to www.connectormotorways.com.au
• For questions about traffic in Sydney phone 132 701 (RTA).
• For questions about construction activities, contact the construction information line 1800 009 280 or go to www.lanecovetunnel.com.au
• For questions to the RTA about the project, contact the major projects information line 1800 633 332.

Frequently asked questions

Click here  to view frequently asked questions about the Lane Cove Tunnel, expanded Gore Hill Freeway and the Falcon Street Gateway.

Background, facts and figures

Find out about the background of the Lane Cove Tunnel, the history of the project, its construction and facts and figures.

Background  Find out about the history of the Lane Cove Tunnel project and the benefits.

Facts and figures  A to Z  View the facts and figures about the Lane Cove Tunnel regarding project history, tolling, construction and more.