Service changes on the Bendigo and Echuca lines
23 Jun - 29 Jun 2025
Bendigo line
Due to Level Crossing Removal works at Diggers Rest, there will be service changes for part of the journey on the Bendigo and Echuca lines from Monday 23 June to Sunday 29 June.
View the temporary timetable here.
Important message for passengers connecting with regional coaches along the Bendigo or Echuca lines – if your journey begins in Melbourne, please allow plenty of extra time to ensure you make your V/Line train connection at Sunbury Station. It is advised to depart from the city at least 90 minutes earlier as there may be delays on the metropolitan part of the journey.
From first service
Monday 23 June to
9.15pm Tuesday
24 June |
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From 9.15pm to last
service Tuesday 24 June |
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From first service
Wednesday 25 June to
last service Sunday 29 June |
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Important travel information for passengers travelling on Metro services
Travelling with bikes:
Passengers transferring between V/Line and Metro Train services are advised that bikes are not allowed on replacement buses running between Sunbury and Watergardens.
Extra travel time:
Passengers should allow an extra 90 minutes for the journey as there may be delays when transferring between Metro and V/Line services.
Planning your journey:
Passengers are advised to use the temporary timetables to plan your journey. The V/Line and PTV Journey Planners, Google Maps and other trip planning apps will not show altered departure and arrival times during this disruption.
Coaches will be a mix of express, semi-express and stopping all stations.
Passengers with accessibility needs are advised to call 1800 800 007 before travelling so we can provide the best possible service for your journey.
General Information
• There is limited space for bikes on V/Line trains and coach replacement services
• Bikes are not allowed on Metro Train bus 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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