Proposed changes to Collins Street tram stops

Tuesday 3 February 2015

As part of the modernisation of Melbourne's tram network, Yarra Trams and Public Transport Victoria (PTV) are proposing to construct a new accessible tram stop on Collins Street at William Street.

Collins Street is one of the busiest tram corridors in Melbourne with four tram routes reaching a three-minute frequency during peak periods.

The existing safety zone at the intersection of William and Collins streets is experiencing heavy usage with over 8,500 passengers boarding and alighting each weekday. It is proposed to combine stops 2, 3 and 4 on Collins Street at this location. By doing so, this would be the last stop on Collins Street to be upgraded, meaning level access would be provided at all stops between Spring Street and Victoria Harbour.

The upgraded level access platform stop will provide:

• easier and safer access to trams
• increased protection from road traffic
• real-time passenger information
• improved passenger amenity including shelters, seating and lighting.

Please click here to download a brochure with more information and a map of the proposed changes.