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Service changes
Permanent changes to buses including new routes, timetable upgrades and route changes. For more information about any of these changes, call 1800 800 007 or follow the links below.
More bus services over more hours for Fishermans Bend
From 15 October 2023, Fishermans Bend residents, workers and visitors are set to get a public transport boost with more bus services running more often, over more of the day.
Improved services for Box Hill, Burwood and Deakin University bus routes
From 15 October 2023, more buses more often will be available for Box Hill, Burwood and Deakin University passengers.
Better buses for Casey
From Sunday 26 June 2023, improvements will be introduced on bus routes 863 and 895 in the City of Casey.
New bus timetables from Sunday 28 May 2023
From Sunday 28 May 2023, bus routes 343, 356, 357, 358, 381, 382, 383, 384, 385, 386, 387, 388, 389, 564, 569, 577, 578, 579, 580 and 582 will have new timetables.
Improvements to the Yarra Valley bus network
Following community consultation, the Department of Transport and Planning is making improvements to the Yarra Valley bus network.
Changes to Kilmore Town Service (Link Bus)
From Monday 24 April 2023, the 11:37am weekday service from Kilmore East Station to Kilmore will change to depart 7 minutes later.
More services for routes 733 and 767
From 30 April 2023, more services will be introduced on routes 733 and 767.
Changes to bus routes 200, 305, 309 and 905
From 30 April 2023, there will be changes to bus routes 200, 305, 309 and 905 due to the opening of Bulleen Park and Ride.
We’re proposing changes to routes 631 and 821
Route 631 needs to be rerouted. Find out more and let us know how these proposed changes may affect you.
Route 624 school deviation
From Monday 30 January 2023, Route 624 will make one AM and one PM route deviation to drop off and pick up students attending Ashwood High School.
Bendigo – Shepparton via Kyabram timetable change
From Sunday 29 January 2023, the Bendigo – Shepparton via Kyabram route will have a new timetable.
Colac Route 3 timetable and minor route change
From Sunday 29 January 2023, Colac Route 3 will have a timetable and minor route change.
Route 505 extra weekday trips
From 12 February 2023, extra weekday trips will be introduced on Route 505 Moonee Ponds - Melbourne University via Parkville Gardens.
Changes to Berwick Station Bus Interchange
From Sunday 11 December 2022, there will be permanent access changes to Berwick Station Bus Interchange.
Improved bus links between Alexandra and Eildon
From Monday 21 November 2022, the Alexandra to Eildon bus service will be boosted to operate every weekday.
Bus service to connect Smythesdale, Smythes Creek, Haddon and Snake Valley to Delacombe Town Centre
From 21 November 2022, bus route Ballarat-Snake Valley via Haddon will be transformed to connect residents to Delacombe Town Centre. The service will be called Route C27 Smythesdale-Delacombe via Haddon (Snake Valley On-demand) and will connect Smythesdale, Smythes Creek, Haddon and Snake Valley to Delacombe Town Centre.
Upgrades to FlexiRide Woodend
From Monday 31 October 2022, improvements will be made to the on-demand bus service FlexiRide Woodend, helping passengers get to shops, schools and public transport services.
New on-demand bus service for Tarneit North
From Sunday 23 October 2022, we're introducing a new on-demand bus service FlexiRide to Tarneit North, giving residents a convenient way to get to work, school, the local shopping centre and transport hubs.
Minor bus timetable changes for Wallan
From Sunday 23 October 2022, there will be minor timetable changes for Wallan bus routes to provide better connections with the new Shepparton Line timetable.
New coach timetable along the Shepparton Line
From Sunday 23 October 2022, a new coach timetable will be introduced along the Shepparton Line.
New Sunday bus service for Kilmore
From Sunday 23 October 2022, the Kilmore Town Service will be expanded to operate on Sundays, with 15 services between 8am and 7pm, replicating the existing Saturday timetable.
More weekend buses are coming to the Macedon Ranges
From October 23 2022, there will be more buses running on the weekends, making it easier to travel around the Macedon Ranges.
Let's Go with more buses between the city and Fishermans Bend
From Monday 31 October 2022, there will be more buses to take you from the city to Fishermans Bend.
Bus changes are coming to Clyde and Clyde North
From Sunday 28 August, bus Routes 897 and 898 will be extended to Clyde North to provide better coverage and access to schools, shops and train stations.
Timetable and route path changes for Glenrowan, Wangaratta and Yarrawonga bus services
From Sunday 28 August, all Glenrowan to Wangaratta and Yarrawonga to Wangaratta bus services will terminate at Wangaratta Town Centre.
More frequent buses on Route 390
From Sunday 7 August, Route 390 Mernda Station – Craigieburn Station via Wollert buses will run more frequently helping residents get to work, school and connect with other transport services.
Minor route path change to bus Route 182
From 26 June 2022, Route 182 will have a minor route change due to the completion of the Hogans Road bridge in Tarneit.
Changes to Glenroy Station bus services
From Sunday 3 July 2022, minor route and stop changes will be made to bus routes 513, 534, 536 and 951 so buses can access the new Glenroy Station bus interchange.
Route 513 will be split into two individual route numbers for an improved passenger experience.
Minor route and timetable change for bus Route 15
From 3 July 2022, buses between Ballarat Station – Brown Hill will travel via Fussell and Charlesworth Street.
Changes to the Wyndham bus network
From 26 June 2022, there will be minor timetable and route path changes on bus services across the City of Wyndham. This is due to a V/Line rail timetable change and the new bus interchange at Hoppers Crossing Station.
Bus and coach timetable adjustments for improved travel on the Geelong and Warrnambool lines
From Sunday 29 May 2022, the timetable for a number of bus and coach services will change to maintain reliable connections with the adjusted train timetable along the Geelong and Warrnambool lines.
Minor timetable changes for bus stops across the Latrobe Valley bus network
From 5 June 2022, some bus stops across routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 21, 22, 30, 40, 41, 42 and 45 will have minor timetable changes to reduce early bus arrivals and excess journey times.
Feedback on the proposed changes to the Yarra Valley bus network has now closed
Consultation about the proposed changes to the Yarra Valley bus network has now closed. A summary of the feedback will be published on this page later in May.
Thank you to all who contributed.
Minor route path changes to bus routes 706, 857, 858 and 902
From 24 April 2022, as part of the Level Crossing Removal Project, the Chelsea bus interchange will relocate 270 metres south on Station Street. As a result, minor route path changes will be made to bus routes 706, 857, 858 and 902.
Changes to bus network in Craigieburn area
Changes are being made to bus routes around the Craigieburn area to provide passengers with improved service coverage, and better access to shops, schools and other transport services.
From Monday 11 April 2022, changes will be made to Route 511 in line with the opening of a new intersection on Donnybrook Road.
From Sunday 24 April 2022, changes will be made to bus routes 525, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 533, 537 and 544.
Have your say about proposed changes to the Yarra Valley bus network
We’re making changes to the Yarra Valley bus network to boost services, improve passenger travel choices, and ensure buses are going where they are needed most.
We want the community to have their say by submitting feedback via our online survey, attending an information session or by calling the PTV call centre on 1800 800 007 by Sunday 24 April.
FlexiRide comes to the Mornington Peninsula
From Monday 21 February 2022, we're introducing the new on-demand bus service FlexiRide to the Mornington Peninsula and making changes to Route 787 and Route 886.
Improved bus services for Mornington Peninsula
From Sunday 20 February 2022, Routes 781 and 887 will be upgraded to better connect residents and tourists to local attractions, work, education and other transport services.
Timetable adjustments for improved travel on the Cranbourne line
From Sunday 13 February 2022, the timetable for a number of buses and coaches will change to maintain reliable connections with the adjusted train timetable along the Cranbourne line.
Minor route deviation and timetable change for bus Route 626
From 31 January 2022, Route 626 will deviate one AM and one PM service via East Boundary Road to provide better transport access to McKinnon Secondary College’s new East Bentleigh campus.
New Route 881 bus service to connect Merinda Park Station and Clyde North
From Sunday 30 January 2022, new bus service Route 881 will run between Merinda Park Station and Clyde North, helping residents get to shopping centres, schools, health services, leisure activities and other public transport.
Minor timetable adjustments for Lilydale bus services
From Sunday 30 January 2022, there will be minor timetable adjustments for Lilydale bus routes 683, 684 and 685. Route 673 will be discontinued.
New bus interchange and better bus services for Ballarat
From Sunday 19 December 2021, Ballarat bus services will use the new bus interchange off Nolan Street, making it safer and easier to connect with trains. There will also be new bus timetables with extra evening services on weekdays and Saturdays.
New on-demand bus service for Melton South
From Sunday 12 December 2021, we’re introducing a new on-demand service FlexiRide to Melton South, giving residents of Cobblebank, Melton South, Thornhill Park and Weir Views a convenient way to get to work, school, local shops and train stations.
New bus Route 816 Keysborough South to Noble Park Station and timetable changes to Route 813
From Sunday 28 November 2021, new bus Route 816 will be introduced to the network to provide public transport coverage to the growing residential area of south Keysborough. Route 813 will have a new timetable with extended operating hours and improved frequency.
More frequent buses for Route 525
From 28 November 2021, Route 525 will run more frequently, giving residents from Craigieburn, Donnybrook, Kalkallo and Mickleham more options on when to travel and better connections with train services.
Better buses for Mornington Peninsula
From Sunday 14 November 2021, Route 788 Frankston to Portsea will run more frequently giving Mornington Peninsula residents and tourists more options on when to travel.
New bus service between Mernda and Craigieburn stations
From Sunday 31 October 2021, new bus service Route 390 will link the growing communities in Mernda and Wollert to Craigieburn and Mernda stations.
Additional services on Route 381 for St Helena Secondary College students
From Monday 4 October 2021, additional AM and PM services will be introduced on Route 381 Mernda Station to Diamond Creek Station, making it easier for St Helena Secondary College students to get to and from the school.
On-demand bus service FlexiRide expands to Chirnside Park, Lilydale, Mooroolbark and Croydon
From Monday 4 October 2021, new on-demand service FlexiRide will help residents in Chirnside Park, Lilydale, Mooroolbark and Croydon get to work, local shopping centres and transport hubs.
New high-frequency bus Route 202 Yarra Bend to Melbourne University and changes to Route 546
From Monday 20 September 2021, new bus service Route 202 will better connect Victoria Park Station to the University of Melbourne and Parkville’s medical and research precinct. The new route is high frequency limited stops service and will provide students and workers from Melbourne’s north and northeast with more direct access to their jobs and education.
Changes to Night Network bus
From Friday 24 September 2021, some of our most popular bus routes will expand to a 24-hour weekend service on Fridays and Saturdays. We will also be introducing new bus routes to the Night Network that will operate after midnight on weekends.
Changes to timetables for metropolitan bus services
From Monday 20 September 2021, changes will be made to the timetables of 19 bus routes in metropolitan Melbourne to make services more efficient and better aligned to passenger demand.
Minor route change for bus routes 511, 525 and Seymour Night Coach
From 29 August 2021, bus routes 511, 525 and Seymour Night Coach will access Donnybrook Station Bus Interchange via an altered route through Cloverton Boulevard and Station Parade.
Timetable change for the connection of Horsham bus Route 5 with the Overland train
From Sunday 22 August 2021, the temporary timetable for Horsham bus Route 5 will become permanent, providing reliable connections for Horsham passengers with the Overland rail service. The timetable that has been operating since the Overland rail services recommenced in January 2021 will remain in place.
Projects
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We're rolling out new information displays on some bus routes. Complete our short survey on your experiences using it to help us shape our projects and services.
Croydon Station Bus Interchange safety project
We’re upgrading the Croydon Station Bus Interchange to improve pedestrian safety. Works are scheduled to take place over two weeks from Wednesday 16 February 2022.