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

We’re committed to delivering an accessible pedestrian overpass, with a lift and stairs to each platform, and an upgrade to the northern station entrance in 2026.

We’re continuing major construction at the station. Piling works are now complete, and we have begun installing the concrete foundation supports for the lifts, stairs and pedestrian overpass.

What we’re doing

In May and June 2025, we’ll:

• install the concrete columns and crosshead supports for the pedestrian overpass
• work on the foundations for the lift shaft and stairs on both sides of the rail line
• install underground services in and around the station precinct
• close the main northern entrance to the station, located near Railway Parade and remove the existing steps and glass door
• install a new accessible ramp, stairs and an automatic swing door at this entrance
• landscape the area around the new northern station entrance with a mix of native flowering and native ground plants

What to expect

While we work in Ballarat Station you may experience:

• moderate noise levels
• minimal vibration
• construction vehicles in our project site areas and surrounding roads

When we’ll work

We’ll work:

• Monday to Friday – 7am to 6pm
• Saturdays as required – 7am to 1pm

Changes to the way you travel

We’ll make every effort to complete works on schedule however dates are subject to change.

Northern station entrance closure

• From 7am on Tuesday 20 May until 5pm on Friday 20 June 2025, the northern station entrance into the northern waiting room will be temporarily closed.
• Access to Platform 2 will be via the other entrance, near Lydiard Street.
• Signage will be in place to assist passengers through the pedestrian detour. Access to Sweaty AF gym will not change during these works. See pedestrian detour map below.

Northern station waiting room

• A small section of the northern waiting room near the entrance will be temporarily closed while crews install the new ramp, stairs and automatic swing door.
• Seating in the waiting room will remain available during this time.

Pedestrian detour map

Stay in touch

• Call anytime, 1800 105 105.
• Email contact@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au.
• For languages other than English, please call 9209 0147.
• 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.