V/Line Adds Virtual Tours to Boost Trip Planning
V/Line launches virtual station tours across five regional rail lines to preview accessibility features
V/Line Adds Virtual Station Tours
Victoria's V/Line now offers virtual station tours to help passengers explore major stations before they travel, transit officials said. The online tours let riders preview accessibility features and amenities at stations across the regional rail network. Officials said the tours are designed to help passengers plan their trips more effectively and navigate stations with greater confidence.
Coverage Spans Five Network Lines
The virtual tour program covers stations across V/Line's five main network lines: Geelong & Warrnambool, Ballarat, Ararat & Maryborough, Bendigo, Echuca & Swan Hill, Seymour, Shepparton & Albury, and Gippsland & Bairnsdale. Only the most popular stations are currently included in the program, though officials said passengers can request additional stations be added by contacting V/Line. The agency didn't specify how many stations are currently available for virtual tours or which specific stations are included. Regional transit systems typically prioritize high-traffic stations for accessibility improvements and digital resources.
Technical Requirements and Accessibility Focus
The virtual tours require a modern web browser to function properly, and Internet Explorer isn't supported, officials said. V/Line is working to improve website accessibility to comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.2, Level AA standards, according to the transit agency. The tours allow passengers to explore station layouts, locate accessibility features, and identify available amenities before arriving. Officials didn't provide a timeline for when additional stations might be added to the virtual tour program or when full accessibility compliance will be achieved.
Implementation Details
The virtual station tours are currently available through V/Line's website, though officials didn't announce when the program first launched. The agency said it's committed to providing accessible information for all passengers as part of broader efforts to improve service accessibility. Passengers can access the tours alongside other website features including timetables, fare information, station maps, and travel updates. A specific timeline for expanding the program to additional stations wasn't provided.
Planning Your Journey
Passengers can use the virtual tours to familiarize themselves with station layouts and accessibility features before traveling on V/Line's regional network. Officials said the tours help riders identify amenities and plan their station navigation in advance. Moovit provides real-time updates and trip planning for V/Line services across Victoria's regional rail network.
