The interchange allows transfers between the Canberra Metro light rail network and local ACTION bus services.

As part of the construction of the Civic to Gungahlin light rail line, a new $4 million bus interchange opened in 2018.

[2][3] The new facilities became an important connection point for commuters under a redesigned timetable that integrated bus and light rail services in early 2019.

[5] The light rail platforms are located in the central median of Northbourne Avenue, while most bus services depart from a dedicated thoroughfare connecting to Cape Street.

Additional shelters are provided on both sides of Northbourne Avenue to service light rail replacement buses when required.