Victoria Offers Free Public Transport for One Month Amid Rising Fuel Prices

The Victorian Government has implemented a temporary free public transport initiative from March 31 to April 30, 2026, across all metro and regional services, including trains, trams, buses, and V/Line. This measure aims to alleviate pressure from rising fuel prices due to an energy shock from the Middle East conflict. Passengers will not need to tap on with Myki cards, and existing passes will be paused. Tasmania has also announced a similar initiative for three months, offering free rides on buses and ferries.

Published Mar 30, 2026

The Victorian Government will provide free public transport across all metro and regional services from March 31 to April 30, 2026, to address rising fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict. This temporary measure includes trains, trams, buses, and V/Line services.

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Passengers are not required to tap on with Myki cards, which will be paused during this period. The initiative aims to reduce demand at petrol pumps. Tasmania has also announced free public transport for three months. The success of the program depends on whether commuter behavior shifts during this period.