Rail Projects Victoria is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of Melbourne Airport Rail, the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Sunbury Line Upgrade and the Western Rail Plan.
Our projects
The Metro Tunnel
Construction is underway on the Metro Tunnel which will untangle the City Loop, and benefit train lines across the network. Visit the Metro Tunnel website
Regional Rail Revival
The Regional Rail Revival program is upgrading every regional passenger train line in Victoria, and is a joint initiative of the Australian and Victorian governments. Visit the Regional Rail Revival website
Melbourne Airport Rail
Melbourne Airport Rail will connect Melbourne Airport to all metropolitan and regional rail lines via Sunshine. Learn more about Melbourne Airport Rail
Geelong Fast Rail
The Victorian and Australian governments are investing in faster services between Geelong and Melbourne Learn more about Geelong Fast Rail
Western Rail Plan
Planning for projects including electrification to Melton and Wyndham Vale, increased capacity between Sunshine and the CBD, and major investment in the Geelong and Ballarat line. Learn more about Western Rail Plan
Sunbury Line Upgrade
The Sunbury Line Upgrade will enable more modern trains to run on the line, creating room for 113,000 more passengers every week. Learn more about Sunbury Line Upgrade
South Yarra substation
We're building an electrical substation in South Yarra to prepare the rail network for the Metro Tunnel. Learn more about South Yarra substation
News and updates
Plan your travel ahead of time this summer
As work on Victoria’s Big Build ramps up over the summer months, make sure you check out our scheduled disruptions and allow extra travel time.
Sunbury Line power upgrades and a new substation in St Albans
As part of the Sunbury Line Upgrade, we’re building an electrical substation in St Albans to provide essential power for bigger, more modern trains to run along the line.
Faster services for Victoria’s fastest-growing regional city
Geelong Fast Rail will provide faster services between Geelong and Melbourne by utilising the Werribee corridor.
More benefits in Melbourne Airport Rail route
Airport trains will run through the Metro Tunnel, providing passengers with a 10-minute turn-up-and-go service.