V/Line provides First class seating on selected rail services (see timetable for details), particularly on long distance services. First class seating is not available on coaches.

It is compulsory for customers to reserve First class seating on all long distance services that travel to and from Bairnsdale, Albury/Wodonga, Shepparton, Swan Hill, Echuca, Ararat and Warrnambool.

Reserving First class

Customers can reserve First class seats by booking in advance through V/Line stations, V/Line agents and selected Metro Premium stations, or through V/Line's Call Centre on 136 196.

Bookings on long distance services are opened 100 days in advance of the day of travel. Customers can book any time from this period right up to the time of departure. However, advance booking is encouraged to ensure a First class seat.

First class fares

The First class fare is based on an Economy fare and a First class upgrade fee.

One ticket generally includes the Economy fare and the First class upgrade. First class tickets may be purchased wherever V/Line tickets are sold.

It is important that customer pays for First class fare before boarding. The upgrade can be bought along with the Economy ticket, or separately before travel. Conductors will only sell First class upgrades to customers boarding at unstaffed stations.