Travel Tips for the Commonwealth Games

Tips for Commuters

  • Try to avoid travelling during peak times. Talk to your boss about your work hours, consider taking public transport outside the hours of 7am – 9am to avoid the crowds.
  • Be patient. Allow for more time to reach your destination.
  • School holidays. Coinciding with school holidays, consider taking leave during the Games.
  • Walk or cycle. If you live near work why not walk or cycle to work.
  • Buy Metcards in advance. To avoid queuing, pre-purchase Metcards.
  • Get a lift. Station car parks will be busy so instead of parking at the station, consider getting a lift or catching the bus there, car pooling or walk if you live nearby.
  • Be a host. Share the excitement of hosting the largest event in the State’s history and help visitors in need of directions.

Tips for Spectators

  • Plan your trip now. Public transport will be busy during the Games and you may not always be able to catch the first train, tram or bus that comes along.
  • Leave the car at home. There will be no parking at major Games venues.
  • Get there early. There will be extra security measures in place so arrive early.
  • Use public transport. Public transport is your best travel option as there will be no parking at Games venues and a ticket to the Commonwealth Games is also your ticket to ride Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses for the day of your event

Tips for Drivers

  • Plan your trip. Lane closures and traffic changes will mean some of the routes you are used to using may be altered.
  • Allow extra time to reach your destination. Changes to road conditions mean there may be extra traffic on some routes, so ensure you leave enough time.
  • Be patient. Melbourne will be busy, but it is all part of hosting the biggest event in Victoria’s history.
  • Consider alternate modes of transport. Wherever possible consider using public transport, walking or cycling.
  • Respect Exclusive Games Lanes. Priority lanes will be marked on direct routes between key venues for official Games vehicles.
  • Minimise travel. Particularly in inner Melbourne and during peak periods.