Getting Around

Public Transport

Getting around Melbourne is easy with the convenience of an extensive transport network covering trams, trains and buses. One ticket provides ease and convenience to travel between trains, trams and buses throughout Melbourne.

Metcard Tickets

Metcard tickets can be purchased from numerous ticket vending machines located in most train stations and onboard all trams. Most of the ticket vending machines are coin operated & some do take credit cards. Ticket inspectors regularly patrol train stations and trams so be sure to have a valid ticket to travel and avoid a fine.

Fare Prices

Standard Fare Details: (Click on above met ticket image)

Where to find Metcard tickets:

• Vending machines are located at all train stations.
• City Met Shop - 103 Elizabeth Street (also Timetables, Maps and Brochures)
• Selected newsagents and milk bars that display the distinctive Metcard flag.

If you are planning to spend the whole day or even future days travelling around, then buy an all day ticket prior to your journey from any of the outlets mentioned above. This way you are prepared and the ticket can be utilised on all forms of public transport.

Public Transport Hours

Train and tram services normally operate between:

• Monday to Saturday 5am to midnight
• Sundays 8am to 11pm
• Bus services have different operating hours for different suburbs.
• Contact 131 638 for timetables and services or visit the website listed in related Links

As a guide

• Prams, pushers and baby carriages can be carried free at all times.
• Bicycles may be carried free during off peak times on trains before 7am, between 9.30am and 4pm and after 6pm Monday to Friday. All day Saturday, Sunday and public holidays are free also.
• Surfboards may be carried on trains, however you need to purchase a concession fare.
• Pets can travel on trains, trams and buses between 9.30am and 4pm and after 6pm, Monday to Friday. A concession fare applies. On weekends and public holidays there are no restrictions or fares.
• Seeing-eye dogs can travel free of charge on trains, trams and buses at all times.
• Pets must travel in a suitable container or must be on a lead, larger dogs must be muzzled.