Drivers can now use the West Gate Tunnel and enjoy quicker and safer journeys between Melbourne's west and the city.
Find the best route for you - explore your new travel options.
Transforming Melbourne’s west
Reshaping travel in the west – new West Gate Tunnel now open
For the first time in almost 50 years, drivers now have another river crossing, with the twin tunnels connecting the West Gate Freeway to Docklands, North Melbourne and CityLink.
West Gate tunnel names announced
The outbound tunnel is now known as the Eureka Tunnel, while the citybound tunnel is now called the Bundawanh Tunnel.
City-shaping West Gate Tunnel to open from 14 December 2025
From the morning of 14 December 2025, the West Gate Tunnel Project will be open to traffic.
Get to know the signs you will see
With the West Gate Tunnels now open, you'll notice new signs along the West Gate Freeway. These include signs directing drivers to the West Gate Tunnel and City West.
Tolls and your trip
The new West Gate Tunnel will be a toll road.
Safety features
Advanced technology ensures driver safety, with monitored cameras, quick 24/7 incident response, and real-time on-road information for drivers.
Veloway now open
A cyclist-only path offering a safer express route to the city.
A safer, faster route for riders
The new Dixon Veloway is now open for cyclists’ exclusive use.
In your language
الخيار البديل لجسر ويست غيت
西门大桥的替代选项。
Εναλλακτική επιλογή για τη Γέφυρα West Gate
Un’alternativa al West Gate Bridge
ਵੈਸਟ ਗੇਟ ਬ੍ਰਿਜ ਦਾ ਇਕ ਵਿਕਲਪ।
Tuyến đường thay thế Cầu West Gate
Guide to using the West Gate Tunnel
Explore and learn about using the West Gate Tunnel, including common journeys.