Metro Tunnel Project

Future passengers use the escalators and stairs at Arden Station

Using the Metro Tunnel

The Metro Tunnel will create a new end-to-end rail line from Sunbury in the west to Cranbourne/Pakenham in the south east, with bigger and more modern trains, and 5 new stations.

With major construction nearly complete and testing well underway, the Metro Tunnel will open later in 2025. Learn how your journey may change and get to know the new stations.

Twin 9km train tunnels connecting the east and west of Melbourne
5 new stations Arden, Parkville, State Library, Town Hall and Anzac
High Capacity Signalling enabling turn-up-and-go services

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07 August 2025

First Peoples art and design celebrated at Metro Tunnel stations

Building the Metro Tunnel

With major construction of 3 stations and the tunnel complete, the majority of our works are now taking place in Melbourne's CBD as we finish the final 2 stations.

Travel changes for Metro Tunnel testing on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 August

Franklin Street reopens after State Library Station works

Campbell Arcade restored and reopened

First Peoples art and design celebrated at Metro Tunnel stations

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Building the Metro Tunnel

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