We’re upgrading Ballarat Station to improve accessibility, safety, and connectivity for all public transport users, while considering the heritage of the station.

The project will be complete in April 2026 when we will open the new accessible pedestrian overpass, lift and stairs to each platform.

What we’re doing

• Remove, clean and reinstall sections of the platform canopies   
• Work on the new lift and stair lobby areas

What to expect

While we work in Ballarat Station you may experience:

• low levels of noise and vibration
• construction vehicles in our project site areas and surrounding roads

When we’ll work

From 8pm on Sunday 1 February until 5am on Wednesday 4 February 2026, we’ll work each night to   complete works on and around the platforms while trains aren’t running.  

At other times, we’ll work Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm and Saturdays as required, 7am to 1pm.

Changes to the way you travel

Rail

Coaches replace evening trains on the Ballarat Line for the entire journey Sunday 1, Monday 2 and Tuesday  3 February. Visit vline.com.au/Timetable/Service-changes for more information.

More information

• Text BALLARAT to 0427 840 967 to receive SMS updates
• Call us on 1800 105 105 or email railprojects@bigbuild.vic.gov.au
• Passengers with accessibility needs can call 1800 800 007 prior to travelling to request priority boarding assistance
• For assistance accessing this information in other languages, please call 9280 0780
• Please contact us if you would like this information in an accessible format. If you need assistance due to a hearing or speech impairment, visit the Relay Service website.