North Melbourne power supply upgrade works
Monday 3 May to Tuesday 4 May 2021
Date and time
Monday 3 May to Tuesday 4 May, first to last tram
Reason for service changes
We’re upgrading the power supply infrastructure for trams along Abbotsford, Queensberry and Victoria streets in North Melbourne.
For more information about local area impacts visit our Projects page.
Service changes
Route 57a trams divert via Flemington Road between Stop 7 Queen Victoria Market and Stop 20 Melrose Street.
Buses replace Route 57 trams between Stop 7 Queen Victoria Market and Stop 19 Abbotsford Street Interchange, following the tram route.
Tram replacement buses will service temporary bus stops located within walking distance from the tram stops.
Stop not serviced by replacement buses
- Stop 8 Peel St (towards West Maribyrnong) - Passengers can connect with the replacement bus from a temporary stop at St Mary Star of the Sea Church, up to 260m/ 4min walk towards Howard Street.
Alternative travel options
- Abbotsford Street passengers may wish to consider buses 401, 402 or 403 to connect with diverting Route 57 trams on Flemington Road.
For more information about alternative travel options or to plan your journey, visit ptc.vic.gov.au/journey
During these works, trams and replacement buses run to their normal frequency, however they may not arrive at the scheduled time. We encourage you to plan your journey ahead and allow extra time for travel.