New videos show the way through WestConnex
02 Dec 2022
Sydney can now experience a virtual trip through the next stage of WestConnex, with new interactive videos revealing the route inside the underground link between the M4 at Haberfield and the M8 at St Peters.
The series of animated journeys released today by Transurban map out how motorists can drive through the 7.5km tunnel when it opens in early 2023.These new videos replicate the tunnel fit-out and signage, giving a realistic sneak peek at what you can expect when the motorway opens to traffic in early 2023.
WestConnex is also expected to help reduce traffic and heavy vehicles on surface roads like Parramatta Road, King Street and Sydenham Road.
The new section of motorway extends the existing M4 and M8 motorways to create a 33km traffic-light free network, including 22km of tunnels.
Andrew Head - Group Executive Transurban - WestConnex said: “This world class infrastructure will transform the way people move around Sydney, including a direct, traffic-light free trip between Parramatta and Mascot for the first time. Now is the time to find out how it could improve your journey.
“WestConnex is expected to deliver significant travel time savings, so these tools are an opportunity to work out how the new tunnel connections could benefit you. “We know from the opening of other major infrastructure, like the M8 and NorthConnex, that drivers can take time to adjust to changes on the road network. The new Plan Your Journey Tool allows you to select your preferred entry and exit
points to view and understand what that journey will look like."
“We recommend drivers use the tools like the website and driver animations, but also be aware of the alternate routes and changes in traffic conditions. Make a decision early, move into the correct lane, read the signs and drive safely.”
The videos and ‘Plan Your Journey’ online tool can be found on the WestConnex website here.
More than 11,750 people have been involved in building this critical stage of WestConnex, working for more than 12.3 million hours. 40 per cent of these workers are from Western Sydney.
