Extreme heat - V/Line train services impacted on 7 January 2026

Extreme heat timetables will be operating across most of the V/Line network. This means journey times may be extended by a few minutes, and some services will be replaced by air-conditioned coaches for all or part of the journey.

Extreme Heat timetables will be implemented on the following lines:

• Full heat timetable for Geelong and Warrnambool
• Full heat timetable for Ballarat, Ararat, and Maryborough
• Full heat timetable for Bendigo, Swan Hill, and Echuca
• Full heat timetable for Traralgon and Bairnsdale
• Full heat timetable for Seymour and Shepparton
• The Albury/Wodonga line will be monitored in real time and managed on the day.
• For more information, refer to the V/Line website.

Please allow extra time for your journey and take water to stay hydrated.

Additional Information

• Check Disruptions for any service changes that may affect your journey.
• There is limited space for bikes on V/Line trains and coach replacement services
• No pets or hot food/liquids allowed on replacement coaches. Cold packaged foods can be consumed on V/Line coach services. All drink containers must have a secure, screw-top, fastening or spill-proof lid.
• Download our mobile apps for Android and iOS to get public transport information on the go.
• Top up your myki before travelling or set Auto Top Up so you never need to top up again. For more information, see Auto Top Up.
• For information about tickets for children and concessions, see myki types.
• In Melbourne, coaches will arrive and depart from:
  • The Southern Cross Station coach terminal located on Spencer Street, opposite Little Bourke Street
• If you need more information or special assistance, please call 1800 800 007 before travelling.