MELBOURNE, 19 April 2026: In a major decision Victoria’s Labour Government led by Premier Jacinta Allan has extended the one month free public transport (Free PT) by another month and after that fifty percent off up to year end to travel across the state. Earlier, Free PT was for one month and under 18s were already free, along with weekend free for seniors and half rate non-weekend days for them.
Premier Jacinta Allan said, “Free travel now – cheaper fares next. As Premier, I’m determined to do everything in my control to help Victorians who are under pressure. I know this won’t solve every problem, but it’s another step I can take to help Victorians right now.”
Minister for Public and Active Transport Gabrielle Williams said, “Half-price fares deliver even greater savings for commuters – giving you more options to leave the car at home.”
The war in the Middle East continues to push up prices at the pump and put households under pressure. “That is why the Allan Labor Government is slashing the cost of commuting, says a media release from the Premier of Victoria.
It says, ” The Victorian Budget 2026/27 invests $432 million to: extend free public transport until the end of May and deliver half-price fares from June 1 until the end of the year. Victorians have embraced free public transport in April, saving commuters money and reducing fuel demand. Free PT was always a temporary measure to help Victorians right now – and it remains temporary.”
“But we’re slashing the cost of commuting for the rest of the year, because the impacts of this war will be felt for months to come. Half-price fares kick in from June 1. It means cheaper trains, trams and buses – across Victoria – every day, for everyone. Under half-price fares, a full daily fare will cost $5.70 to travel anywhere across the state, not $11.40.”
“Half-price fares will save the average daily commuter more than $850 from June 1 until the end of 202, keep a lid on fuel demand for everyone else filling up, take cars off our roads, reducing delays for those who have to drive. “
“Under half-price fares, reimbursements will be available for people with myki passes. Public transport will remain permanently free for under 18s and other special pass holders.
Also from June 1, the tap and go rollout can resume across the network, ” the release says.
