Using Your Seniors Myki and Navigating Public Transport in Melbourne (2024)
Once you’ve come of age (and of legendary status), a Seniors Myki card is your key to seamless travel across Melbourne’s extensive public transport network.
With a 50% discount on trains, trams, and buses, including V/Line services, the seniors travel card ensures that you can explore the city at a fraction of the cost.
Let’s dive into how the Seniors Myki card can enhance your travel experience and help you make the most of your time in Melbourne and Victoria.
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Unlock Your Seniors Myki Card Benefits
For easy and convenient navigation across Melbourne’s bustling streets and vibrant neighbourhoods, explore the sights via train, tram, or bus using your trusty seniors travel card.
You won’t pay more than $5.30 when travelling anywhere in Victoria for a whole day using your Seniors Myki card!
Is that a roundtrip across town and country for less than it costs for a good coffee nowadays??
Yes! While specific charges vary according to different zones and travel times, your Seniors Myki will cap out at just $5.30 for a daily fare during the week. On weekends, the daily cap is $3.60! This includes travel to and from regional Victoria, as well as within all of Metropolitan Melbourne.
Fares are capped across the network, so once your fare has met the daily cap, you won’t be charged more regardless of where you travel next. You must continue to touch on and off as you travel, though no additional charges will be made. Find more information from PTV here.
Five More Seniors Myki Card Benefits
- Free weekend travel in any two consecutive zones, allowing you to enjoy stress-free weekends filled with exploration and discovery. Plus, free weekend travel on regional town buses!
- Free travel vouchers available for off-peak travel on public transport anywhere in Victoria, which can be redeemed electronically here or by calling PTV on 1800 800 007 (allow 10 business days for postage of your ticket, or collect your ticket from a station at least 30 minutes before travel).
- Additionally, during the annual Victorian Seniors Festival, you can revel in a whole week’s worth of complimentary public transport travel, further enhancing your festival experience. (Read our Guide to Free Public Transport for Seniors Week.)
- Travel in comfort! Keep an eye out for priority seat signs if you require a comfortable spot, as these are available on all modes of public transport within Victoria.
- Victorian Seniors Card holders can access discounted travel not only in Victoria, but Australia-wide too.
Seniors Myki FAQs Answered
What is a Myki card?
A Myki card is a reloadable public transport ticket or travel card used for all modes of travel on public transport in Victoria. This includes trains, trams and buses.
When am I eligible for a Seniors Myki card?
You need a Victorian Seniors Card, which is available to permanent residents of Victoria aged 60 or above and who work less than 35 hours a week. It’s issued by the State Govt. Department of Health and Human Services. Apply online here.
How do I get a Seniors Myki card?
When applying for your Victorian Seniors Card, you’ll automatically receive a Seniors Myki as well. Apply online here.
How do I use my Seniors Myki?
- Register your card online. Instructions are provided when you receive the card;
- Load money onto your card, either online or at any Myki top-up point;
- Touch on and touch off each time you travel.
Do I need to carry more than my Seniors Myki on me to travel?
Yes. When travelling, always remember to carry your Seniors Card and Seniors Myki for hassle-free access to public transport. For those with an Android phone, the convenience of Mobile Myki can add an extra layer of ease to your travel experience.
Where can I top up my Seniors Myki?
- Online via the PTV website here;
- In person at a staffed station, see locations here;
- In person at any 7-Eleven store, as well as various other shops in the city (see shop signage);
- Over the phone, by calling PTV on 1800 800 007;
- At any Myki machine, located at many stations and stops;
- Via the Mobile Myki app (Androids), more information here;
- Another option is to set up an auto top-up online.
Where can I pay in CASH to top up my Seniors Myki?
- In person at a staffed station, see locations here;
- In person at any 7-Eleven store:
- In person at various other shops in the city (see shop signage);
- At any Myki machine, located at many stations and stops.
Should I register my Seniors Myki card online?
You don’t have to. By registering your Seniors Myki card, you can enjoy added benefits such as free card replacement in case of loss or theft.
What are the discounted rates and Myki Seniors fares 2024?
Seniors Myki card holders pay 50% of the standard adult fares on all travel across public transport throughout Victoria. The daily adult fare is capped at $10.60 on week days and $7.20 on weekends, while the Seniors Myki caps out at just $5.30 for a week day or $3.60 on weekends.
How can I access my Free Travel Vouchers?
Seniors card holders are eligible for 4 x free regional travel passes per year, available for off-peak travel on public transport anywhere in Victoria. To access your free travel vouchers, register electronically here or call PTV on 1800 800 007 (allow 10 business days for postage of your ticket, or collect your ticket from a station at least 30 minutes before travel). Note that previously seniors card holders were automatically sent travel vouchers, but now you need to opt in for them. Find more information from PTV here.
What is the Melbourne Free Tram Zone?
All tram travel is free within Melbourne’s CBD and Docklands. Look for the coloured signage at tram stops to identify the boundary. You only need to touch on your Myki if you are getting off the tram outside of the free tram zone. This applies to any tram within the zone, not just the free City Circle Tram (which is a fun experience in itself, read our review here).
What’s the best time to travel on public transport in Melbourne?
Peak hours in Melbourne typically occur during the morning and evening rush hours, roughly between 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on weekdays.
Where should I travel to using my Seniors Myki?
I’m glad you asked! The answer is anywhere in Melbourne and Victoria! If you’re looking for Melbourne outing inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Explore our blog for inspiration on exploring Melbourne’s best attractions, restaurants, events, tours, and more, that cater to the specific needs of seniors and above 60s. Have a look here.
What accessible travel services are available on public transport in Victoria?
PTV offers several accessible travel services on its public transport network to accommodate passengers with disabilities or mobility challenges. Some of these services include:
- Accessible Trams: Many tram services in Melbourne are accessible to passengers with disabilities, featuring low-floor tram designs with ramps for easy boarding and dedicated spaces for passengers using mobility aids like wheelchairs or scooters.
- Accessible Buses: Most buses in Victoria are equipped with features such as low-floor designs, ramps, and priority seating areas for passengers with disabilities. Some buses also have audio and visual announcements to assist passengers with vision or hearing impairments.
- Accessible Train Stations: Many train stations in Victoria have been upgraded to improve accessibility, including the installation of ramps, elevators, tactile paving, and platform edge markers. These features aim to facilitate easy access for passengers with mobility impairments.
- Mobility Aid Access: Passengers using wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility aids can access public transport services in Victoria. Most trains, trams, and buses are designed to accommodate such aids, with designated spaces and boarding ramps available.
- Companion Card Program: The Companion Card program allows people with significant and permanent disabilities to access public transport with a companion at no extra cost.
- Travel Assistance Scheme: The Travel Assistance Scheme provides eligible individuals with subsidised travel on public transport. This scheme assists people with significant and permanent disabilities who face financial barriers to accessing public transport services.
These are just a few examples of the accessible travel services available on public transport in Victoria. Find out more here.
Other useful resources for traveling throughout Melbourne and Victoria include the PTV (Public Transport Victoria) website and the Travellers Aid website.
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I have a seniors card but I have lost my seniors myki card. how do I get one
Hi Stephen,
You can replace your seniors myki by phoning PTV on 1800 800 007.
Also in person at a PTV hub, or a premium metropolitan station or staffed V/Line station inside the myki boundary.
For more help visit: https://www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/seniors-card/seniors-card-frequently-asked-questions-faqs
Thanks,
Amy