Public Transport System
Public transport in Melbourne
Public transport throughout Melbourne is well serviced and affordable.
There are three forms of public transport operating in Melbourne - train, tram (trolley/streetcar) and bus. Tickets are transferable across all forms of public transport. The network is divided into two zones, according to the distance from the city centre. The price of the ticket depends on the zone(s) in which you wish to travel and the duration of your ticket.
Tickets - known as ‘Metcards’ - can be purchased at train stations, newsagents and many other outlets displaying a bright blue Metcard sign. Metcards can also be purchased on trams; however the machines accept coins only.
Tickets must be ‘validated’ at the beginning of each journey. Failure to purchase or validate the correct ticket can result in a fine. There are many types of tickets available, including two-hour, daily, weekly, and monthly or yearly tickets.
There are also concession tickets available for children, students and pensioners. Approved identification is required for concession tickets.
For more information about public transport in Melbourne, visit the Metlink website.
Public transport in regional Victoria
Regional Victoria has a network of public transport including buses and V/Line for travel around and between regional towns and for travel to Melbourne and regional centres. Visit Viclink.
Taxis
Taxis (cabs) are readily available in metropolitan and regional areas and they are easily recognised by their bright yellow colour.
To hire a taxi in Victoria you can make a phone booking, wait at a Taxi-cab Rank or hail a taxi from the side of the road. Fares are metered. Extra charges apply for telephone booking, toll charges and late-night services.
All taxis must be registered and the driver must display his/her identification in the car.
You can find a listing of Victoria’s taxi services under ‘Taxi’ on the Yellow Pages website.
Victoria
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Last updated: 20 July 2009
State Government of Victoria