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Public transport

Public transport is the easiest and best way to get around the city. 

Tram in the city

Trams, trains and buses

Buy a Myki smartcard for flexible travel between trains, trams and buses. You'll be able to use public transport in and around the city for just a few hours or all day.

In the Free Tram Zone, you don’t need to use your myki card. The Free Tram zone includes the city centre and extends from Queen Victoria Market to Docklands, Spring Street, Flinders Street Station and Federation Square.

Plan your trip, buy or top up your Myki card online and download maps and timetables from Public Transport VictoriaOpens in new tab (phone 1800 800 007).

Night Network

Running since 1 January 2016, Melbourne's Night Network trial has provided 24 hour public transport on weekends with all night trains and trams, late night buses, and a 2am coach service to key regional centres.

Visit Public Transport VictoriaOpens in new tab for more information about Night Network and specific services,

City Circle Tram

The City Circle Tram is a free tram service around central Melbourne taking passengers past some of Melbourne's major attractions.

Visit Public Transport VictoriaOpens in new tab for timetables and a route map.

Accessible transport

Are you using a mobility aid? Do you need priority seating? Need to find out more about using trains, trams and buses with a vision or hearing impairment? There are a lot of services to help you use our trains, trams and buses.

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TravelSmart map

The City of Melbourne TravelSmart map is a handy pocket-sized street map which provides information on tram, train and bus networks as well as walking and cycling routes in central and inner Melbourne. It highlights local sustainable transport options and includes standard Melway references and helpful safety tips.

our acknowledgement

  • Torres Strait Islander Flag
  • Aboriginal People Flag

The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. 

 

We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.