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Planned works

Ballarat Line – Ararat, Maryborough planned works

Information about public transport changes coming up on the Ballarat line.

This week

When and which lines	What's changing
Ararat passengers Tuesday 1 September to Saturday 31 October	Trains run to a speed-restricted temporary timetable.
Ballarat passengers Sunday 13 September to Tuesday 15 September	Coaches replace evening trains for the entire journey.

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If you use Journey Planner within 14 days of your travel, you'll see up to date travel times and journey options, including service changes for planned works.

Four-week forecast

21 September to 27 September

28 September to 4 October

5 October to 11 October

12 October to 18 October

Replacement buses

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