V/Line Adds Early Trains for ANZAC Day Service

V/Line adds early morning trains for April 25 Dawn Service at Shrine of Remembrance

V/Line Adds ANZAC Day Trains for Dawn Service

Regional train riders heading to Melbourne's ANZAC Day Dawn Service will have extra early-morning options on April 25. V/Line will run special additional services to accommodate travelers attending the ceremony at the Shrine of Remembrance, which runs from 5:30am to 6:30am, transit officials said. The enhanced service comes as Victoria's regional public transport remains free through May 31.

Free Fares Continue Through May

The ANZAC Day service additions are part of V/Line's ongoing operations during the state's free public transport period. All V/Line train and coach services across Victoria don't require payment through the end of May, officials said. Passengers who purchased tickets for travel during this period can request refunds through the agency's customer feedback form or at staffed stations. The free fare policy applies to the entire regional network connecting communities across the state.

Early Service for Dawn Ceremony

The special trains will operate early Saturday morning to get riders to Melbourne in time for the 5:30am Dawn Service at the Shrine of Remembrance. Officials didn't specify exact departure times from regional stations or how many additional trains will run beyond regular Saturday schedules. V/Line typically operates reduced weekend service compared to weekdays. The agency said the extra services are designed to accommodate the significant number of regional Victorians who travel to Melbourne for the annual commemoration.

Service Details Available Soon

V/Line plans to release specific timetables for the ANZAC Day services closer to April 25, though officials haven't said exactly when that information will be available. Riders can contact the agency at 1800 800 007 for service information. The transit provider operates train and coach routes connecting regional Victoria to Melbourne and between regional centers across the state.

Planning Your ANZAC Day Trip

Regional riders planning to attend the Dawn Service should check for schedule updates as the date approaches, officials said. The early-morning timing means travelers from distant regional areas may need to depart well before dawn. Moovit provides real-time departure information and service alerts for V/Line trains and coaches across Victoria. Officials said the additional services aim to make it easier for regional communities to participate in the state's ANZAC Day commemorations.