Commuters using the Sunbury and Bendigo lines have been told to expect delays as Victoria’s Big Build works steam ahead over the summer months.
While works take place on the Bendigo and Echuca Line, coaches will replace trains from Southern Cross to Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill from Tuesday, February 21, to Sunday, March 5.
Coaches will replace trains between Bendigo and Swan Hill from Wednesday, February 15, to Monday, February 20.
The state government said works on the Bendigo line have been coordinated with the V/Line annual works program, to get the upgrades finished while minimising disruption to passengers.
Buses will also replace Sunbury Line train between varying stations throughout February, and passengers were “encouraged to plan ahead“.
The government advised Victorians to allow extra time and plan their journeys by checking the PTV or VicTraffic apps before travelling.
Works will also take place on the West Gate Bridge and City Loop train line in the new year.
Transport and Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan said the regional passenger lines would make trips “quicker and easier“ for passengers.
Public Transport Minister Ben Carroll said whether residents were travelling by rail or road, heading to Melbourne or just passing through, “over the next few months it’s essential you plan ahead to avoid delays“.
Details: bigbuild.vic.gov.au.
