Concessions

Concession tickets cost around half the full fare and are available for most ticket types.

Passengers can travel on Concession tickets if they are aged 16 years and under or carry an approved Victorian Concession Card.

Children aged three years and under may travel free on public transport in Victoria, but they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Children aged 16 years and under do not need a concession card to travel on a concession fare.

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Holders of the following cards are eligible to purchase concession fares.

Further information about concession cards is available in the Victorian Fares and Ticketing Manual.

 

Concession cards can be used on the following services:

  • Metropolitan train, tram and bus services
  • V/Line services
  • regional town bus services
  • Regional services that have a contract or service agreement with the Department of Transport.

Concessions do not necessarily apply to CountryLink, Great Southern Railway, airport services, tourist railways, privately run bus services and chartered trains, trams and buses. Please check with the relevant operator before booking or travelling.

Concession cards are not transferable and must be carried at all times when travelling. They are not valid if they have been tampered with or damaged.

A seat may be reserved on V/Line reserved services for infants free of charge.

Remember, you must carry a valid concession card at all times when travelling on a concession ticket. If you don't, your concession ticket is invalid for travel and you could receive an infringement.