Swan Street renewal works
Friday 11 February to Friday 18 February 2022
Date and time
9pm Friday 11 February to last tram Friday 18 February
Reason for service changes
We’re renewing tram tracks along Swan Street, between Burnley Street and Dando Street, and on Wallen Road bridge.
For local area impacts, please check our Projects page.
The work zone will be fenced off for safety. Footpaths remain open but access to the other side will be limited. Click here to download a map on how to navigate around the work zone.
Service changes
9pm Friday 11 February to last tram Friday 18 February
- Route 70 trams run a shortened service between Wattle Park and Stop 23 Hawthorn Bridge, diverting via Power street and Burwood Road (along Route 75).
- Shuttle trams run as Route 70a between Waterfront City Docklands and Stop 7C John Cain Arena.
Monday 14 February to Friday 18 February only
- Buses replace Route 70 trams between Stop 31 Fordholm Road and Burnley Station, diverting along Madden Grove and Barkley Avenue.
Trams and replacement buses run to normal frequency, however there may be delays due to traffic congestion around the area.
Replacement buses are low-floor. Speak to our customer service team or alert your driver if you need assistance.
Allow extra time for your journey, and check ptv.vic.gov.au/departures within 60 minutes of travel.
Tram stop changes
The following stops will be closed and will not be serviced by tram replacement buses:
- Stop 7D Olympic Boulevard
- Stop 8 Richmond Station
- Stop 9 Lennox Street
- Stop 10 Swan Street Shopping Centre
- Stop 11 East Richmond Station
- Stop 12 Coppin Street
- Stop 13 Edinburgh Street
- Stop 16 Park Grove
- Stop 17 Madden Grove
Follow orange signs from tram stops and around work zones to get to the nearest alternative service.
Alternative travel options
Passengers may consider the following accessible journey options:
- Alamein Line trains between Riversdale and Flinders Street stations
- Belgrave and Lilydale Line trains between Hawthorn and Flinders Street stations to connect with diverting Route 70 trams
- Glen Waverley Line trains between Burnley and Flinders Street stations
- Route 48 and 75 trams between Stop 23 Hawthorn Bridge and Docklands
- Bus 246 along Punt Road to connect with Route 48 and 75 trams travelling along Bridge Road
- Route 78 trams along Church Street to connect with Route 48 and 75 trams travelling along Bridge Road
Track your Route 70 tram replacement bus
Monday 14 February to Friday 18 February only: Find your replacement bus using Busminder below or send us a direct message through social media at @yarratrams for assistance.
