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Transport services and support
Information about the various transport services and supports available to make travel accessible for everyone in the community. 

This information is current as of May 2023 but please consult individual service websites for accurate and up-to-date information.

Travellers Aid Australia 

Support advice and assistance for members of the travelling public with additional needs. This service operate from Southern Cross Flinders Street Seymour and Ballarat stations. 

Visit the Travellers Aid website for more information and service contact details. 
Travellers Aid Australia Participation Assistance Service           

A service providing trained companion service volunteers able to accompany users from public transport hubs to appointments social activities events work and education.

A minimum of 24 hours notice is required for all bookings. 

Find out more about the Participation Assistance Service
Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme

Covers some of the travel and accommodation costs incurred by rural Victorians when they must travel more than 100 kilometres one way for specialist medical treatment.

Visit the Department of Health website for information about eligibility and how to apply. 
Public Transport Victoria and V/Line
For information on Myki timetable information concessions journey planning travelling with a mobility aid and bookings.

Visit Public Transport Victoria or call 1800 800 007 or TTY03 9619 2727.

For further information about V/Line services visit the accessibility page on their website.

Red Cross - Patient Transport (VIC)
For eligible people needing assistance to access essential medical services within Victoria for up to six weeks.

For information about eligibility and services visit the Australian Red Cross website or call 03 8327 7868.

Companion Card
Provides free travel on all Victorian public transport for anyone accompanying a Companion Card holder.

Visit the Companion Card website or call 1800 650 611.

Department of Veteran’s Affairs - Repatriation Travel Scheme
To claim travel costs for medical appointments and/or accommodation and meals if required to stay away from home for treatment.

Visit the Department of Veteran Affairs website for eligibility and further information or call 1800 550 254.

Accessible Parking Permits
For individuals and organisations that require parking concessions such as access to accessible parking bays and double-time permits.

Visit the VicRoads website for more information about eligibility and types of permits. 

You can apply for apply for a permit online