Driving with trams

Trams are iconic to Melbourne

In fact, we have the world's largest operational tram network with 250km of double track that provides over 5000 individual trips every day. Melbourne's tram network is unique, with 75% of pathways shared with other vehicles and road users.

This makes for a more complex road environment, especially if you are unfamiliar with sharing the road with trams.

Be aware that trams are larger, heavier, and have different braking performance to other road vehicles.

Victorian road rules ensure the safe operation of the road network, including roads shared with trams. Here are some important rules to keep you safe when driving around trams.

• You must not move into the path of an oncoming tram. This includes trams approaching you from behind so remember to check your blind-spots on both sides.
• You must not drive over raised dividing strips or double yellow lines
• You must not make a U-turn across a solid line in the centre of the road
• You must give way to trams from both directions at roundabouts

Remember to also:

• When turning across tram tracks, watch for trams approaching from both directions. Remember to check your blind spots.
• When passengers are boarding or alighting at roadside stops, you must stop behind the end of the tram. Only once the tram doors are closed and the road is clear of pedestrians, may you drive past at 10km/h.
• Give way to trams and only drive on tramways and lanes if you need to avoid an obstacle and on tram lanes up to 50 metres when making a right-turn.

We can all share the road safely with trams