Due to Metro Tunnel Project works, coaches replace Swan Hill trains for part of the journey on
Saturday 11 July.
A temporary timetable will be in place.
Express coaches will run between Southern Cross and Bendigo. Trains will run between Bendigo and Swan Hill.
Coaches will not stop at Footscray Station.
Important travel advice:
Major rail disruptions – allow extra time:
There will also be disruptions on the Bendigo, Echuca, Geelong, Warrnambool, Ballarat, Ararat and Maryborough lines as well as the Sunbury, Werribee and Williamstown lines.
The replacement coach terminal at Southern Cross Station will be extremely busy on Saturday 11 July.
Please allow extra time for your journey, follow directional signage and listen for announcements.
Footscray passengers:
Passengers should travel to Southern Cross to connect with express coaches to Swan Hill.
Passengers with accessibility needs are advised to call 1800 800 007 before travelling so we can provide the best possible service for your journey.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
General Information
• There is limited space for bikes on V/Line trains and coach replacement services.
• No pets or hot food/liquids allowed on replacement coaches.
• Customers require a valid myki or paper ticket to travel on all V/Line replacement coach services. Please touch on and touch off your myki to ensure you pay the correct fare.
• In Melbourne, coaches will arrive and depart from the Southern Cross Station coach terminal located on Spencer Street, opposite Little Bourke Street.
• Customers with accessibility needs please call 1800 800 007 before travelling.
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