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Student Accommodation near Curtin University

Curtin University is a public research university based primarily in Bentley, Perth. Its history goes back to the Perth Technical School, established in 1900, while the institution gained university status in 1986. It was named after John Curtin, Australia's former Prime Minister.

The university is Western Australia's largest by enrolment and is a member of the Australian Technology Network of Universities. Its academic profile has strong links with industry, particularly in Western Australia's mining and resources sector. Engineering and geoscience are among the areas associated with this connection.

Curtin has approximately 66,893 students, including domestic students and international students studying both onshore and offshore across its global network.

Curtin University at a Glance

Detail

Information

University type

Public research university

Main campus

Bentley, Perth

Main campus address

Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102

Approx. enrolment

66,893 students

University status

1986

Historical roots

Perth Technical School, 1900

Global QS ranking 2026

#183

THE World University Rankings 2026

#251–300 band

Network

Australian Technology Network of Universities

The main Bentley Campus is located on Kent Street and has an important transport advantage: the Curtin University Bus Station is situated directly on campus. The interchange serves multiple Transperth routes, making bus travel a major part of student commuting.

Academic Areas and Campus Facilities

Curtin's academic structure covers business, health, science, engineering, law and several other disciplines.

The Curtin Business School, Faculty of Health Sciences, and Science and Engineering are among the major academic areas. The Bentley campus also houses the Curtin Law School, John Curtin Gallery and Screen Academy.

These facilities give the campus a mix of academic, cultural and student-focused spaces rather than functioning solely as a teaching site.

Curtin Accommodation

Curtin operates a mixture of university-associated accommodation options, including St Catherine's College and Erica Underwood House, alongside UniLodge-managed properties around the Bentley campus.

Despite these options, Curtin is largely a commuter campus. A substantial number of students therefore choose to live in nearby suburbs and travel to Bentley for classes.

There is also no formal accommodation guarantee for first-year students, so students should begin looking for housing well before their intended move-in date. Off-campus rental support can also be considered when comparing private rentals and purpose-built student accommodation.

Students searching for Curtin student accommodation should therefore look beyond university-managed residences and compare the broader Bentley and Perth rental market.

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Curtin University Accommodation

Curtin University is a public research university based primarily in Bentley, Perth. Its history goes back to the Perth Technical School, established in 1900, while the institution gained university status in 1986. It was named after John Curtin, Australia's former Prime Minister.

The university is Western Australia's largest by enrolment and is a member of the Australian Technology Network of Universities. Its academic profile has strong links with industry, particularly in Western Australia's mining and resources sector. Engineering and geoscience are among the areas associated with this connection.

Curtin has approximately 66,893 students, including domestic students and international students studying both onshore and offshore across its global network.

Curtin University at a Glance

Detail

Information

University type

Public research university

Main campus

Bentley, Perth

Main campus address

Kent Street, Bentley, WA 6102

Approx. enrolment

66,893 students

University status

1986

Historical roots

Perth Technical School, 1900

Global QS ranking 2026

#183

THE World University Rankings 2026

#251–300 band

Network

Australian Technology Network of Universities

The main Bentley Campus is located on Kent Street and has an important transport advantage: the Curtin University Bus Station is situated directly on campus. The interchange serves multiple Transperth routes, making bus travel a major part of student commuting.

Academic Areas and Campus Facilities

Curtin's academic structure covers business, health, science, engineering, law and several other disciplines.

The Curtin Business School, Faculty of Health Sciences, and Science and Engineering are among the major academic areas. The Bentley campus also houses the Curtin Law School, John Curtin Gallery and Screen Academy.

These facilities give the campus a mix of academic, cultural and student-focused spaces rather than functioning solely as a teaching site.

Curtin Accommodation

Curtin operates a mixture of university-associated accommodation options, including St Catherine's College and Erica Underwood House, alongside UniLodge-managed properties around the Bentley campus.

Despite these options, Curtin is largely a commuter campus. A substantial number of students therefore choose to live in nearby suburbs and travel to Bentley for classes.

There is also no formal accommodation guarantee for first-year students, so students should begin looking for housing well before their intended move-in date. Off-campus rental support can also be considered when comparing private rentals and purpose-built student accommodation.

Students searching for Curtin student accommodation should therefore look beyond university-managed residences and compare the broader Bentley and Perth rental market.


Student life at Curtin University includes campus clubs, sporting activities, cultural events and the wider social scene across Perth. The Bentley campus has its own student organisations and facilities, while nearby suburbs such as Victoria Park and South Perth give students options outside university.

Where a student chooses to live can shape that experience. Students in Bentley can spend more time around campus, while those living in Victoria Park, South Perth or the Perth CBD may have easier access to restaurants, shopping and evening activities away from university.

Curtin Student Guild

The Curtin Student Guild represents students at Bentley and other Curtin campuses. It runs clubs and societies, supports students with advocacy and welfare matters, and organises events throughout the academic year.

Students can join groups based on their course, interests or cultural background. Examples from the supplied information include the Curtin Malaysian Students' Society, Curtin Business Students' Society and Curtin Engineering Students' Society.

The Guild also produces student media, including Grok magazine, and organises events such as O-Day activities, market days and gigs at the Curtin Guild Tavern.

For students arriving from interstate or overseas, joining a society can be an easy way to meet people outside their immediate course group.

Sport and Fitness

Curtin Stadium is a multi-sport facility on the Bentley campus. It is used for student sports as well as public competitions and forms part of Curtin's wider sporting programme.

Students interested in regular exercise can use the university's sporting facilities and take part in organised sports. Living close to Bentley can make these activities easier to fit around classes because students do not need to make a separate trip into the city.

Food, Cafes and Nightlife

Victoria Park's Albany Highway is one of the main social areas close to Curtin. The strip has cafes, restaurants, bars and independent food businesses, making it a popular option for students looking for places to eat or meet friends outside campus.

South Perth offers a quieter alternative, with riverside dining and access to the Swan River foreshore.

Students who want a larger evening entertainment scene can travel into the Perth CBD, where they will find more bars, clubs and entertainment venues.

This difference between neighbourhoods is worth considering when choosing Curtin University student housing. A student who spends most evenings around campus may value proximity to Bentley, while someone who prefers city nightlife may accept a longer commute in exchange for living closer to central Perth.

Shopping and Everyday Essentials

Westfield Carousel in Cannington is a major shopping centre within reach of Curtin. Students can use it for groceries, clothing and other everyday purchases.

Victoria Park's Albany Highway also has independent grocery shops, cafes and smaller businesses, so students living nearby do not necessarily need to travel to a large shopping centre for routine purchases.

Bentley itself remains useful for students who want to stay close to campus and minimise travel for daily university needs.

Arts and Culture

Curtin has its own cultural spaces, including the John Curtin Gallery, which hosts public exhibitions.

Perth also has museums, galleries, live music venues and other cultural attractions. Students living in central Perth can reach many of these venues more easily, while those based in Bentley can travel into the CBD using Transperth services.

The city's cultural calendar gives students options beyond university events, particularly during weekends and semester breaks.

Healthcare and Student Support

Students should confirm Curtin's current health and counselling services directly with the university before arrival, as service availability and arrangements can change.

International students are required to maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their student visa. Students should understand what their policy covers and identify suitable medical services before they need them.

The supplied information does not establish specific current Curtin health-centre or security arrangements, so those details should be verified rather than assumed.


Curtin's Bentley campus is surrounded by suburbs with different rental levels and lifestyles. Public transport makes it possible to live several kilometres away while still reaching campus without a car.

The five areas below are among the main choices in the supplied accommodation data.

Bentley

Distance to campus: 0–1.5 km
Typical walking time: 5–20 minutes
Average shared-room rent: AU$210–310/week

Bentley is the most straightforward choice for students who want to stay close to Curtin. The suburb contains the university campus and its surrounding student accommodation precinct, so daily travel can often be reduced to a short walk.

The area also has Curtin's student accommodation villages and nearby shared housing. Students can reach classes quickly and spend less time dealing with public transport schedules.

Bentley is particularly relevant for first-year and international students who want to settle close to campus. The supplied figures also place it at the lower end of the weekly shared-room rental estimates among the areas covered here.

Best suited to: Students prioritising proximity to campus, first-year students and international students.

Victoria Park

Distance to campus: Approximately 3 km
Transport: Bus or train via Victoria Park/Burswood station
Average shared-room rent: AU$240–350/week

Victoria Park offers a different living experience from Bentley. Its Albany Highway strip is known for cafes, restaurants and shops, giving students plenty of places to eat and spend time outside university.

The suburb remains relatively close to Bentley, with bus connections making the campus accessible. Students can also use nearby Victoria Park or Burswood railway stations, although a further bus connection may be needed to reach Curtin.

The higher rent range compared with Bentley reflects its stronger local food, retail and social scene.

Best suited to: Students who want a more active neighbourhood with food, cafes, shops and nightlife nearby.

Como

Distance to campus: Approximately 3 km
Transport: Bus
Average shared-room rent: AU$230–330/week

Como sits along the Swan River and has a more residential character. The area has riverside parkland and cafes, making it a reasonable choice for students who prefer a quieter setting after classes.

The campus is around 3 km away, with bus services forming the main transport connection.

Como can therefore offer a middle ground between staying close to Curtin and choosing a more residential neighbourhood.

Best suited to: Students who prefer a quieter area, riverside surroundings and a residential setting.

South Perth

Distance to campus: Approximately 5 km
Transport: Bus and/or ferry
Average shared-room rent: AU$260–370/week

South Perth is one of the more expensive areas in the comparison. It sits across the Swan River from Perth CBD and is known for its riverside setting, parkland and Perth Zoo.

Students can travel by bus towards Curtin, while ferry services offer another way to reach central Perth. The ferry is more relevant for city trips than for a direct daily journey to the Bentley campus.

The area's higher rental estimate makes South Perth the premium pick among the five neighbourhoods listed here.

Best suited to: Students who are willing to spend more for a riverside location and access to Perth's wider city network.

Cannington

Distance to campus: Approximately 4 km
Transport: Train via Cannington Station or bus
Average shared-room rent: AU$220–320/week

Cannington is a practical option for students who place a high value on shopping and transport connections. The suburb is home to Westfield Carousel, one of the major shopping centres in the area.

The combination of retail access, groceries and public transport makes Cannington useful for students who want to handle everyday errands close to home.

The average shared-room estimate also puts it closer to Bentley's budget range than South Perth's.

Best suited to: Students who want strong access to shopping, groceries and public transport.

Comparing the Main Areas

Area

Distance from Curtin

Shared-room rent/week

Main advantage

Bentley

0–1.5 km

AU$210–310

Closest to campus

Victoria Park

~3 km

AU$240–350

Food, cafes and social life

Como

~3 km

AU$230–330

Quieter riverside setting

South Perth

~5 km

AU$260–370

Premium riverside location

Cannington

~4 km

AU$220–320

Shopping and transport

The distance figures are useful as a starting point, but they should not be treated as commute times on their own. A three-kilometre journey by bus can take longer than expected depending on the route, frequency and number of stops.

Budget Pick

Bentley has the lowest starting shared-room estimate at AU$210 per week, while Cannington starts at around AU$220 and Como at around AU$230.

Bentley also has the advantage of the shortest commute. For students trying to control both rent and daily travel, staying close to campus can reduce the need for regular public transport.

Victoria Park can also work for students who want to keep the commute short while having more food and social options around their accommodation.

Premium Pick

South Perth has the highest shared-room rental range in the supplied data, at approximately AU$260–370 per week.

Its position along the Swan River, proximity to Perth CBD and access to riverside parkland make it a more expensive choice. Students choosing South Perth should weigh those benefits against the additional rent and the roughly 5 km journey to Curtin.

Practical Considerations for Curtin Students

The Bentley campus is primarily served by buses, even though nearby suburbs also have access to Perth's train network. This distinction matters when comparing accommodation.

Victoria Park and Burswood stations can help with rail travel, but reaching the Bentley campus may still require a bus connection. Cannington has its own railway station, while Como and South Perth rely more heavily on bus services for university travel.

Students comparing Curtin University student housing should therefore look at the complete journey rather than choosing a property solely because it appears close on a map.

The same applies to rent. A room with a lower weekly price may involve longer daily travel and higher transport costs. A slightly more expensive room near campus can sometimes reduce those additional expenses.


Rent will usually take up the largest part of a student's accommodation budget, but it is far from the only expense. Food, transport, household bills, mobile services and study materials all need to be included when calculating the weekly cost of living.

For students around the Bentley campus, the supplied estimate for regular living expenses excluding rent is approximately AU$300–450 per week.

Weekly Student Budget

Expense

Estimated weekly cost

Groceries and food

AU$100–150

Transport

AU$35–45

Household bills

AU$40–60

Socialising

AU$55–95

Mobile

AU$15–25

Course costs

AU$10–20

Total excluding rent

AU$300–450

Actual spending will depend on the accommodation arrangement, cooking habits, travel frequency, and social activities.

Groceries and Food

Students should budget around AU$100–150 per week for groceries and food.

Students living in shared accommodation can reduce food costs by cooking at home and splitting some household purchases with flatmates. Victoria Park's Albany Highway area also has grocery and food options, while Westfield Carousel in Cannington gives students another place to combine grocery shopping with other errands.

Food spending can rise considerably if most meals are purchased outside. Students should therefore treat the AU$100–150 estimate as a working budget rather than a fixed amount.

Transport

Regular public transport users should allow approximately AU$35–45 per week for travel.

Perth's public transport network is operated by Transperth, with buses particularly important for Curtin students because the Bentley campus has its own bus interchange.

Eligible full-time students can access tertiary concessions through the SmartRider system, which can reduce the cost of regular travel.

Students living in Bentley may spend considerably less on transport because many journeys to campus can be made on foot.

Household Bills

Students sharing a house or apartment should expect their portion of electricity, gas and internet to cost approximately AU$40–60 per week.

The actual figure will depend on the number of people sharing the property, utility usage and what is included in the rent.

Students should check whether utilities are included before comparing two accommodation prices directly. A slightly lower advertised rent can have a different overall cost if electricity, gas and internet are charged separately.

Socialising and Going Out

A weekly allowance of around AU$55–95 can cover leisure activities and occasional meals or drinks outside the home.

This category varies more than most other expenses. Students who regularly visit cafes, restaurants, bars or entertainment venues will spend more, while those who mainly use campus facilities and free local activities can keep this figure lower.

Victoria Park's Albany Highway is one of the nearby areas with a concentration of cafes and restaurants, while Perth CBD offers a larger selection of entertainment options.

Mobile Subscription

A typical prepaid or SIM-only mobile plan can cost around AU$65–100 per month, equivalent to approximately AU$15–25 per week.

Students should compare data allowances and contract terms rather than choosing solely on the advertised monthly price.

Course Costs

Around AU$10–20 per week should be set aside for textbooks, stationery and other study materials when these costs are spread across the academic year.

Actual course expenses vary considerably between disciplines. Students should check their course requirements before setting a final study-material budget.

Student Visa Financial Requirement

International students applying for Australia's Student visa (subclass 500) need to meet the relevant financial capacity requirement.

The supplied 2026 benchmark is AU$29,710 per year, which works out to approximately AU$571 per week.

This figure is a visa eligibility benchmark rather than a suggested weekly spending budget. It covers living costs, including rent, and should therefore not be compared directly with the AU$300–450 estimate above, which excludes accommodation.

Students should verify the current requirement with the Australian Department of Home Affairs when preparing their visa application, as financial requirements can change.


Students looking at Curtin University student accommodation will find several room arrangements across student residences and private housing. The main differences concern privacy, shared facilities, space, and weekly rent.

Room type

Private space

Shared facilities

Privacy

Typical cost position

Shared room

Shared bedroom

Kitchen and other communal areas

Low

Lowest

Private room

Own bedroom and study space

Kitchen, living room and sometimes bathroom

Moderate to high

Moderate

En-suite room

Own bedroom and bathroom

Kitchen and living areas

High

Higher

Studio flat

Self-contained unit

Usually none

Very high

Higher

Entire place

Whole apartment or house

Depends on arrangement

Very high

Highest overall, but can be shared among several students

Shared Room

A shared room is generally the lowest-cost arrangement. Two or more students share the bedroom, while kitchens, living areas and other facilities are communal.

The main advantage is the lower rent. It can also make it easier to meet other students during the first few months at university.

The obvious trade-off is privacy. Students who need a quiet personal space for studying or prefer to keep their own routine may find a private room more suitable.

Private Room

A private room gives the student their own bedroom and study area within a larger apartment, house or student residence.

The kitchen and living room are normally shared with flatmates, and the bathroom may also be communal. This makes private rooms a middle-ground option: students retain their own bedroom without paying for an entire self-contained unit.

This arrangement is particularly common in shared student accommodation and can work well for students who want some personal space while still living with other students.

En-suite Room

An en-suite room includes a private bathroom attached to the bedroom. Kitchen and living areas remain shared with other residents.

The arrangement offers more privacy than a standard private room, particularly because the bathroom does not need to be shared. The additional privacy generally comes with a higher weekly price.

Students should check whether the advertised room is genuinely en-suite, as the bathroom arrangement can make a meaningful difference when comparing properties.

Studio Flat

A studio is a self-contained apartment intended for one student. It normally combines the bedroom and living area with a kitchenette and includes a private bathroom.

Studios offer the highest level of independence among the standard student room categories. Students can manage their own cooking, study schedule and daily routine without sharing the main facilities.

The trade-off is cost. Studios are generally more expensive than shared rooms and private rooms.

Entire Place

An entire place means renting a complete apartment or house rather than an individual bedroom.

Living alone makes this the most independent arrangement, but it also means taking responsibility for the full rent and household costs. A group of friends can instead rent the property together and divide the expenses, which can make an entire place more financially practical.

Students comparing Curtin student accommodation should therefore consider the total weekly cost rather than judging room categories by rent alone.


Curtin's Bentley campus has university-associated accommodation, but students can also choose purpose-built student accommodation in Perth and commute to university.

The properties listed below are available through House of Student and offer different combinations of location, price and access to the wider Perth transport network.

UniLodge Perth Central

Address: 325 Wellington Street, Perth

UniLodge Perth Central is located in the Perth CBD rather than next to Curtin's Bentley campus. Its central location gives students access to the city's transport network, shops, food outlets and other services.

The main consideration is the commute to Curtin. Students choosing this property are trading proximity to campus for a city-centre location.

This can suit students who expect to spend considerable time in central Perth and do not mind travelling to Bentley for classes.

Campus Perth

Address: 80 Stirling Street, Perth
Distance from Perth city centre: 1.05 km
Walking time to city centre: Approximately 10 minutes
Starting price: AU$294/week

Campus Perth is located on Stirling Street, close to central Perth. The supplied price starts at AU$294 per week.

Its location makes it relevant for students who want to live in the city rather than around the Bentley campus. Public transport can then be used for the journey to Curtin.

For students comparing Curtin University accommodation, Campus Perth sits at a lower starting price than several of the other central Perth properties in the supplied data.

The G Living

Address: 80 Stirling Street, Perth
Distance from Perth city centre: 1.05 km
Starting price: AU$399/week

The G Living is also located at 80 Stirling Street, placing it in the same central Perth area as Campus Perth.

The supplied starting price is AU$399 per week. Students considering the property should compare the available room categories and inclusions against other CBD accommodation before making a decision.

Its central position means students can live close to Perth's city facilities while using public transport for their Curtin commute.

Yugo Perth City

Address: 89 Stirling Street, Perth
Distance from Perth city centre: 1.25 km
Walking time to city centre: Approximately 12 minutes
Starting price: AU$429/week

Yugo Perth City is another CBD-based option. It is approximately 1.25 km from the city centre, with the supplied walking time listed at around 12 minutes.

Rooms start from AU$429 per week in the supplied data.

The property is therefore positioned towards the higher end of the listed central accommodation options. Students should weigh the additional rent against the benefits of living in central Perth.

Perth Central

Address: 555 Wellington Street, Perth
Distance from Perth city centre: 1.42 km
Walking time to city centre: Approximately 11 minutes
Transit time: Approximately 8 minutes
Starting price: AU$432/week

Perth Central is located on Wellington Street and is approximately 1.42 km from the city centre.

The supplied data lists a starting price of AU$432 per week, making it the highest-priced property in this particular shortlist.

Its CBD location gives students access to central Perth while leaving the Bentley commute to public transport.

Comparing the Listed Accommodation

Property

Location

Starting price

Main consideration

UniLodge Perth Central

325 Wellington St

Not supplied

Central location

Campus Perth

80 Stirling St

AU$294/week

Lower-priced CBD option

The G Living

80 Stirling St

AU$399/week

Central location

Yugo Perth City

89 Stirling St

AU$429/week

Higher-priced CBD option

Perth Central

555 Wellington St

AU$432/week

Highest starting price in the list

These properties are not directly beside Curtin's Bentley campus. Students choosing them should account for the daily journey to university when comparing them with accommodation in Bentley or nearby suburbs.


Students on a tighter budget do not necessarily have to live close to the Bentley campus. Lower weekly rents are available in other parts of Perth, although the saving can come with a longer commute.

ECU Village Mount Lawley

Location: Stancliffe Street, Mount Lawley
Distance from Curtin University: 5.38 km
Transit time: Approximately 31 minutes
Starting price: AU$228.20/week

ECU Village Mount Lawley has the lowest starting price among the listed accommodation options, at AU$228.20 per week.

The property is approximately 5.38 km from Curtin and has a supplied public transport journey of around 31 minutes.

For students focused primarily on rent, this is considerably cheaper than the higher-priced CBD properties. The longer commute needs to be included in the calculation, particularly for students attending campus several days each week.

ECU Village Joondalup

Location: 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Distance from Curtin University: 26.83 km
Transit time: Approximately 54 minutes
Starting price: AU$228.70/week

ECU Village Joondalup starts at approximately AU$228.70 per week, only slightly above the Mount Lawley option.

The major difference is distance. At approximately 26.83 km from Curtin, the supplied transit time is around 54 minutes.

The lower rent therefore comes with a substantial daily travel commitment. Students considering this option should calculate the cost and time of commuting over an entire semester before choosing it.

Murdoch University Village

Location: 90 South Street, Murdoch
Distance from Curtin University: 17.04 km
Transit time: Approximately 75 minutes
Starting price: AU$230/week

Murdoch University Village has rooms starting at approximately AU$230 per week.

The property is around 17.04 km from Curtin, and the supplied transit time is approximately 75 minutes. That makes it one of the more distant options in the list.

The low starting price may appeal to students whose first priority is reducing rent, but the commute is considerably longer than the journey from Mount Lawley or the Perth CBD.

Campus Perth

Address: 80 Stirling Street, Perth
Distance from city centre: 1.05 km
Starting price: AU$294/week

Campus Perth is also relevant to the affordable accommodation comparison because its AU$294 per week starting price is lower than the other CBD properties listed above.

Although it costs more than the ECU and Murdoch University Village options, students are paying for a much more central location. Public transport can then be used to reach Curtin's Bentley campus.

Comparing Affordable Options

Property

Distance from Curtin

Transit time

Starting price

ECU Village Mount Lawley

5.38 km

~31 min

AU$228.20/week

ECU Village Joondalup

26.83 km

~54 min

AU$228.70/week

Murdoch University Village

17.04 km

~75 min

AU$230/week

Campus Perth

Not supplied

Public transport

AU$294/week

The cheapest option is not automatically the lowest-cost choice overall. Students should add expected transport expenses to rent and consider how much time they are willing to spend commuting each week.

Curtin On-Campus Accommodation

Students who want to stay close to classes can also consider Curtin's own accommodation options around Bentley.

The supplied information identifies St Catherine's College, Erica Underwood House and UniLodge-managed properties among the accommodation associated with the Bentley campus.

Living around campus removes much of the daily travel involved with CBD or outer-suburb accommodation. It can also make it easier to attend student events, use campus facilities and return home between classes.

Students should check current availability, room categories, fees, contract periods and application requirements directly before applying, since accommodation availability and pricing can change between academic years.

There is also no formal first-year accommodation guarantee, so students should not assume that an on-campus room will automatically be available after receiving a Curtin offer.

For students comparing Curtin accommodation, the most useful approach is to compare on-campus residences with private rentals and purpose-built options according to total cost, commute and room arrangement rather than location alone.


Public transport is a major part of daily life for students at Curtin's Bentley campus. The university has a significant advantage over many campuses because the Curtin University Bus Station sits directly on campus.

The interchange serves 11 Transperth bus routes, giving students living across Perth several ways to reach the university.

Travelling from Bentley

Students living in Bentley have the shortest journeys. Depending on the exact location, the campus can be reached on foot in approximately 5–20 minutes.

For these students, public transport may not be necessary for the daily trip to class.

Bentley is therefore particularly useful for students who want to reduce both commuting time and regular transport expenses.

Travelling from Victoria Park

Victoria Park is approximately 3 km from Curtin.

Students can travel by bus directly towards the campus or use Victoria Park/Burswood railway stations and then connect to a bus where required.

The rail network can be useful for trips beyond Curtin, while buses remain important for reaching the Bentley campus itself.

Travelling from Como

Como is also around 3 km from Curtin and is primarily connected to the university by Transperth bus services.

Students considering accommodation near Curtin University in Como should check the specific bus route from their property rather than relying solely on the suburb-level distance.

Travelling from South Perth

South Perth is approximately 5 km from the Bentley campus.

Bus services provide the more direct option for reaching Curtin. Ferry services can also be combined with other public transport when travelling between South Perth and central Perth, although this is generally more relevant to city journeys than a direct commute to university.

Travelling from Cannington

Cannington is approximately 4 km from Curtin and has access to both bus and train services.

Students can use Cannington Station and connect with buses towards the Bentley campus. This makes the suburb useful for students who expect to use rail services regularly for trips around Perth.

Transperth and SmartRider

Buses, trains and ferries across Perth are operated through the Transperth public transport system.

Students typically use a SmartRider card for public transport payments. Eligible full-time students can access tertiary concessions, reducing the cost of regular travel.

Transport costs should still be included when comparing accommodation. A room that is AU$20–30 cheaper per week may not remain cheaper overall if it requires frequent, longer public transport journeys.

Cycling to Curtin

Cycling is another option for students living within a reasonable distance of Bentley.

Perth has an expanding Principal Shared Path (PSP) network, including routes running alongside rail corridors. The city's generally flat terrain can make cycling practical for students who are comfortable using a bicycle for regular travel.

Students should check the bicycle facilities available at both their accommodation and Curtin before relying on cycling as their main mode of transport.

Regional and Interstate Travel

Students travelling outside Perth can use East Perth Terminal, which serves intercity rail and coach services operated by Transwa. It is also associated with the Indian Pacific, the long-distance rail service connecting Perth with the eastern states.

The terminal can be reached from Curtin using Perth's public transport network.

For students planning regular interstate travel, living somewhere with easy access to central Perth and its transport connections may be worth considering, even if that means accepting a longer daily journey to Bentley.

Perth Airport

Perth Airport has a direct rail connection to Perth through the Airport Line. Airport Central and High Wycombe stations connect the airport with the wider Transperth network.

Students arriving from overseas or interstate can therefore travel from the airport towards central Perth and continue towards Bentley using buses or other public transport connections.

This is particularly useful for international students moving into Curtin student accommodation for the first time, as they can reach Perth without needing to arrange a private vehicle.