Travel on Public Transport - Victorian Government

Concession fares give you a 50% discount on travel. You may also be eligible for free travel.

Concession fares and free travel

From 1 July 2019 Victorians holding a Victorian Carer Card and Carers myki will be able to obtain:

a 50 per cent discount on trains, trams and buses, including V/Line trains and coaches
free weekend travel in any two consecutive zones and on regional town buses and,
free travel during Carers Week (13th - 19th October 2019).

Carers can attend a staffed station to obtain a Victorian Carer myki card to access these travel benefits in myki areas.

For regional town buses that do not have myki, Carers can show their Victorian Carer Card for free weekend travel within the town.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must have a Victorian Carers Card issued by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Free travel passes

Free travel passes are available to eligible PTV customers to travel free on the public transport network, but some conditions may apply.

Companion Card holders

Care recipients (someone receiving care) can apply for a Companion Card so a carer or other companion can travel free on trains, trams and buses with them. Care recipients are eligible for a Companion Card if they need assistance when travelling on public transport.

For more information or to apply for a Companion Card, visit the Companion Card website.

Scooter and Wheelchair Travel Pass

If your care recipients use a scooter or wheelchair when travelling, they may be eligible for the Scooter and Wheelchair Travel Pass.

For more information on Travel Pass, visit PTV website.

Check the full list on the PTV website to see if you're eligible for a free travel pass.

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