The state government is expanding public transport in Melbourne’s growing west, delivering a new route that connects Eynesbury and Weir Views with Melton Station.
Minister for Public and Active Transport Gabrielle Williams announced on Tuesday, November 19 that Route 452 will operate seven days a week
This is the first time residents in these growing areas will have a direct public transport connection to Melton Station.
“We are getting on delivering new bus services in Melbourne’s west which will keep the local community connected to schools, jobs and transport connections,” Ms Williams said.
“Through Victoria’s Bus Plan we are delivering better coverage and service coordination and adding thousands more services across the state.“
The service is set to begin on Sunday, December 8 and will provide passengers greater access to trains, other bus services, as well as key destinations like Opalia Plaza Shopping Centre and Ballarat.
It will also run along Exford Road which is close to a number of local schools including Staughton College.
“We’re making sure residents in Eynesbury and Weir Views have easier access to public transport to connect them to jobs, school and services,” Melton MP Steve McGhie said.
“We promised the community better public transport in the area and now we are delivering a brand new bus route to connect the local community.”
On weekdays the new route will operate from 5am through to 10pm, with buses every 15 to 30 mins during busy periods, and up to 40 mins at other times.
On weekends, the service will operate a 60-minute frequency from 6:30am to around 10pm.
Residents of Weir Views will benefit from having a fixed bus route option as well as the current FlexiRide service.
