June 10, 2025

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Incident Overview

A bus slipped off Adelaide’s O-Bahn track on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at approximately 8:00 am, causing delays during the morning peak hour.

The incident occurred near Klemzig, in Adelaide’s inner north, and involved a bus that was not in service and had no passengers on board. The driver escaped with minor injuries, and the vehicle was later recovered using a large crane.

Public transport services were redirected around the site, with outbound buses between Klemzig and Paradise Interchange temporarily detoured. However, citybound services remained unaffected.

Adelaide Metro has confirmed that engineers are assessing the damage to the O-Bahn track, which is known for its bus-only lanes and traffic-free operation during peak hours.

“The bus is currently in the process of being removed by a crane…”
— Adelaide Metro statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 (approximately 8:00 am).
  • Location: O-Bahn track, near Klemzig, Adelaide, South Australia — a dedicated bus route designed to reduce traffic congestion.

Vehicle Involved

  • A bus that slipped off the O-Bahn track while not carrying any passengers.
  • A large crane was used to lift the vehicle back onto the track.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • No Serious Injuries:
    • The male driver was unharmed and not injured.
  • No Passengers:
    • The bus was not in service and had no passengers on board at the time of the incident.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency crews and Adelaide Metro staff responded quickly to reports of a bus off the track.
  • A crane was brought in to lift the vehicle and restore normal operations.

“Buses using the O-Bahn track were detoured around the site, however services continued mostly as normal.”
— 7NEWS report

Traffic Impact

  • Detour Advice:
    • Outbound services between Klemzig and Paradise Interchange were detoured via the road network.
  • Service Status:
    • No stops were missed, and citybound services remained unaffected.

O-Bahn Track Background

  • The 12 km-long O-Bahn track is a dedicated bus lane in Adelaide, allowing vehicles to avoid heavy traffic.
  • It has been the site of several incidents, including a stolen Ford Mustang getting stuck on the track in April 2025.
  • In 2020, the O-Bahn carried 31,000 people per weekday, according to University of South Australia studies.

Police and Investigation

  • Adelaide Metro is investigating the cause of the incident.
  • Engineers are on-site to assess the track damage and determine if repairs are required.
  • Repairs could take several hours and the track remains closed for outbound services.

“The O-Bahn track will remain closed for outbound services… buses will continue to detour via the road network.”
— Adelaide Metro update

Community Impact

This incident highlights the importance of proper maintenance and safety protocols on the O-Bahn track, especially after recent events involving vehicles mistakenly entering the system.

It also reminds drivers and operators to be cautious when navigating bus-only lanes.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage of the O-Bahn track in Klemzig around 8:00 am on June 10, 2025, is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers SA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact South Australian Police directly via local station or through the official website.