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A LEGO version of V/Line’s own N-set train recently made its way to Southern Cross Station along with its creator, Conductor Kade Faulkner, to measure up alongside the real version.
It took three months to design and build the train, with more than 2,600 LEGO bricks required.
Industrial action planned for Friday 22 March and Thursday 28 March has been withdrawn. V/Line trains will now run on both these days. Thank you for your understanding during this time.
Coaches between Bendigo/Swan Hill and Mildura will run by an altered route to avoid crossing the border.These coaches will no longer stop in Euston NSW. More information at
Bendigo Station is turning 160! To celebrate, we’re hosting a free community event on Saturday 8 October from 11am to 1pm and you’re all invited.
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Our V/Line KeepCups are perfect for a hot drink on a cold day – and better for the environment too. Now available on all long-distance services that operate with a buffet.
To ensure we can keep everyone safe, all V/Line train, scheduled, and replacement coach services will terminate immediately on the Shepparton, Seymour, Albury, Echuca and Swan Hill lines due to flood-related impacts. More information at
The 18:43 Southern Cross - Swan Hill service will be reinstated and resume on extreme caution between Sunshine and Watergardens due to a Metro line suspension.
Due to the forecast temperature on Thursday 19 March, we are expecting to run to a partial Extreme Heat timetable on the Bendigo, Echuca/Moama and Swan Hill Lines. To access the Extreme Heat timetables, please visit
Due to this afternoon’s extreme heat forecast, we'll be running a partial Extreme Heat timetable on the Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill lines from 12:00 today. To access Extreme Heat timetables, click on
Due to a signal fault at Keilor Plains services heading towards Southern Cross are delayed up to 80 minutes. We apologise for the delay to your journey.
V/Line services will not run to and from the CBD on Saturday 18 September 2021 between 8am and 2pm due to a request by Victoria Police.
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Due to industrial action by the RTBU, coaches will replace trains on the Bendigo, Swan Hill and Echuca lines on Wednesday 11 December.
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Due to a police request at Footscray Station, delays and service changes will affect trains on the Geelong, Ballarat & Bendigo lines. Updates to follow.
Due to V/Line maintenance works, coaches replace evening trains on the Bendigo Line for the entire journey from Sunday 2 to Tuesday 4 July.
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Due to a Code Red day being declared for the Mallee and North Country regions tomorrow, coaches will replace trains between Bendigo and Swan Hill/Echuca for the entire day. Visit the V/Line website for more information.
Due to industrial action, there will be major morning disruptions across the V/Line train network on Monday 12, Friday 16, Monday 19 & Friday 23 February. A very limited coach replacement service will run until 8am with major delays expected. For more:
Service Update: Due to an emergency services request, there will be train alterations and cancellations impacting the journey between Southern Cross and Bendigo. Please anticipate delays of up to 90 minutes. More information at
Coaches are currently replacing trains between Southern Cross and Sunbury due to a rail equipment fault in the metropolitan region. More information at .
Cheaper regional fares are almost here! From 31 March, the cost of daily travel on the entire regional Victorian network will be capped at the same price as a metro daily fare. If travelling on long-distance services, you can now buy tickets.
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Reminder, face masks remain mandatory on public transport including trams, trains and buses for anyone eight years and over unless a lawful exception applies. Everyone, including staff need to wear a fitted face mask, covering the mouth and nose.
Due to V/Line annual maintenance works, coaches replace Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill Line trains for the entire journey from Wednesday 21 February to Sunday 3 March.
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Reminder: Due to heat forecast across the state, we'll be running to extreme heat timetable on the Bendigo line today. Extreme heat timetables are available via the link:
@danielbowen
Hi Daniel, when we have staff sickness, it can often mean that we're unable to fulfil all maintenance and preparation requirements for our trains. Thanks - Josh
Due to Metro Tunnel Project and Sunbury Line Upgrade works, coaches will replace Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill line trains for the entire journey from Saturday night 13 to Friday 26 August.
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Due to the forecast temperature on Monday 9 December, we are running an Extreme Heat timetable across the network. Journey times may be extended and some services replaced by coaches for all or part of the journey. For more information, please visit .
Due to Melbourne Airport Rail works, coaches replace Bendigo and Echuca line trains for part of the journey on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 March.
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A reminder to Bendigo and Echuca Line passengers that tomorrow (Thursday 3 August), buses replace trains on sections of the Sunbury Line.
Please allow extra time for your journey.
For more information about disrupted Sunbury Line services visit:
Due to the forecast temperature on Tuesday 14 January, we are expecting to run to a Partial Extreme Heat Timetable on the Bendigo, Swan Hill and Echuca line. To access Extreme Heat timetables please visit .
Bendigo Station is turning 160! To celebrate, we’re hosting a free community event on Saturday 8 October from 11am to 1pm and you’re all invited.
For more information, visit
Due to V/Line maintenance works, coaches replace Bendigo Line evening trains for the entire journey from Sunday 4 to Wednesday 7 September.
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Coaches are replacing trains from Southern Cross to Bendigo with Metro services available from Sunbury to Southern Cross due to an emergency services request near Ginifer.
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Merry Xmas from the Social Media team here at VLine. We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable time over these holidays! Adam, Colin, Brian, Elliot, Josh and Lisa
Due to this afternoon’s extreme heat forecast, we'll be running a Partial Extreme Heat timetable on the Bendigo line from 12.00 today. To access Extreme Heat timetables, click on .
Service Update: Due to an emergency services request, there will be train alterations and cancellations impacting the journey between Southern Cross and Bendigo. Please anticipate delays of up to 60 minutes. More information at
V/Line train and coach services will operate to an altered timetable this festive season with free travel on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. Plan ahead this festive season.
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Due to V/Line maintenance works, coaches replace evening Bendigo Line trains for the entire journey from Sunday 24 to Tuesday 26 March.
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Due to this afternoon's extreme heat forecast, we'll be running an Extreme Heat timetable on the Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill lines from 12:00 today. To access Extreme Heat timetables, please visit
@ThornburyRocks
Good evening Tash. Thank you for sending this photo. This will be forwarded to station staff at Southern Cross for later follow up. Greatly appreciate your support of our staff. Safe travels. Regards, Adrian.
Sat 12 Jan – Sun 27 Jan: Due to infrastructure improvement works, coaches will replace trains between Southern Cross, Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill for all or part of the journey. For more information and temporary timetables, please visit
MAJOR DELAYS AND SERVICE CHANGES are expected on the BENDIGO, BALLARAT AND GEELONG LINES due to a person struck by a train. Further individual lines updates to follow.
The 14:26 Bendigo - Southern Cross service is delayed on departure at Bendigo 15 minutes due to unwell passenger awaiting ambulance.
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