V/Line App Adds Live Platform Data for Riders
V/Line app now shows real-time platform data for Southern Cross Station departures
V/Line App Adds Real-Time Platform Info for Riders
Victoria's V/Line riders can now access Southern Cross Station platform information through the agency's mobile app, transit officials said. The feature provides real-time departure details for the major Melbourne hub, adding to the app's existing journey planning and service update capabilities. V/Line operates regional rail and coach services connecting Melbourne with communities across Victoria.
Enhanced App Features Support Regional Travelers
The V/Line app serves passengers commuting for work, study, family visits, and regional travel throughout Victoria, according to the transit agency. Users can save frequent journeys and receive scheduled departures and live service updates for their regular routes. The platform information feature joins existing tools designed to help riders plan trips across V/Line's regional network. Officials said the app aims to provide comprehensive transit information in one mobile platform.
App Provides Service Details and Disruption Alerts
The mobile application displays detailed service information including accessible spaces, bike capacity, and the number of carriages on each train, transit officials said. Push notifications alert users to service changes and network disruptions affecting their saved routes. The app is available for download on both iOS and Android platforms. Officials didn't specify how many riders have downloaded the app or provide usage statistics.
Accessibility Improvements Underway
V/Line is working to improve compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.2, Level AA standards for its digital platforms, agency representatives said. Passengers requiring accessible content can contact V/Line via email or phone for assistance. Officials didn't provide a timeline for when full accessibility compliance will be achieved. The agency acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land where it operates regional services.
Riders Can Track Services Through Mobile Platform
Regional travelers can use the app to monitor their usual routes and stay informed about service changes before heading to stations. The Southern Cross platform information adds real-time details for one of Melbourne's busiest transit hubs. Moovit provides real-time updates and trip planning for V/Line services and transit systems throughout Victoria.
