{"id":12303,"date":"2026-04-28T11:56:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/?p=12303"},"modified":"2026-04-28T12:26:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:26:41","slug":"how-to-get-around-melbourne-a-students-guide-to-public-transport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/student-success\/how-to-get-around-melbourne-a-students-guide-to-public-transport\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Around Melbourne: A Student&#8217;s Guide to Public Transport"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12303\" class=\"elementor elementor-12303\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5db9d22f e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5db9d22f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d09107f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d09107f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"background: 0px 0px #ffffff; letter-spacing: -0.36px;\" data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"610\">Melbourne can feel a little overwhelming when you first arrive. Beyond figuring out where to live \u2013 whether you&#8217;re looking at <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/au\/melbourne\/student-accommodation\">student accommodation in Melbourne<\/a>, student housing in Melbourne, or specific student apartments in Melbourne \u2013 there&#8217;s the challenge of getting from A to B. Don&#8217;t let the trams, trains, and Myki cards add to your first-week stress. This guide is your straightforward, student-friendly roadmap to mastering Melbourne&#8217;s public transport, so you can focus on uni life, not getting lost or facing unexpected fines.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da466d1 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"da466d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__da466d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__da466d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__da466d1\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-246155b7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"246155b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"610\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 50px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: -0.02em;\">Your Essential First-Week Transport Checklist<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"721\">To make your transition smooth, get these sorted early:<\/p><ul data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"1352\"><li data-section-id=\"plupze\" data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"800\"><b>Grab a Myki Card:<\/b> Available at 7-Eleven stores or major train stations.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"io59mf\" data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"908\"><strong>Choose Your Myki Option:<\/strong> Opt for Myki Money for flexibility or a Myki Pass if you&#8217;re a daily commuter.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"mxtrz0\" data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1000\"><strong>Download the PTV App<\/strong>: This is your go-to for real-time tram, train, and bus schedules.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1mlec4v\" data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1126\"><strong>Screenshot Key Routes:<\/strong> Save the tram routes for your specific university (like UniMelb or <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/au\/student-accommodation\/rmit-university\">RMIT<\/a>) or campus to your phone.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"w5vel0\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1352\"><strong>Check Local Transport<\/strong>: If you&#8217;re living in more affordable student accommodation in Melbourne suburbs like Brunswick, Footscray, or North Melbourne, familiarise yourself with the transport options in your immediate area.<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"8csq8v\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1395\"><strong>Myki 101: Your Essential Travel Pass<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1641\">Before you hop on any tram, train, or bus, you&#8217;ll need a Myki. Think of it as your golden ticket to getting around. You can load it with &#8220;Myki Money&#8221; for a pay-as-you-go system or purchase a &#8220;Myki Pass&#8221; for unlimited travel over a set period.<\/p><p data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1678\"><strong>Why this is crucial for students:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"2111\"><li data-section-id=\"bdzmgv\" data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1744\">Myki Money is ideal if your travel isn&#8217;t a daily constant.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1ch1oea\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1862\">International students can often apply for the iUSE Pass, offering a significant discount (50% off concessions).<\/li><li data-section-id=\"yvynph\" data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"2111\">It&#8217;s versatile: Your Myki works across trams, trains, and buses, making it incredibly convenient, especially for students living in Melbourne student accommodation who frequently travel between the CBD, their campuses, and surrounding suburbs.<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"nnr6a2\" data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2149\"><strong>Trams: The Inner-City Favourite<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2364\">Melbourne&#8217;s iconic trams are your best bet for navigating the inner city. The best part? If you&#8217;re within the Free Tram Zone (which covers most of the CBD and Docklands), you don&#8217;t even need to tap on your Myki.<\/p><p data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2389\"><strong>When to choose trams<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2631\"><li data-section-id=\"1ctexm7\" data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2479\">If your campus is in or near the CBD, Parkville, or Carlton (think RMIT, UniMelb).<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ilro0h\" data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2549\">When you need reliable travel times, unaffected by road traffic.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"10i6rlp\" data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2631\">For quick trips to cafes, study spots, or social gatherings within the city.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2641\"><strong>Costs:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2773\"><li data-section-id=\"kdp14\" data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2686\">Free within the CBD&#8217;s Free Tram Zone.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"micj0w\" data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2773\">Outside the zone, fares typically range from $1 to $2, depending on your journey.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2796\"><strong>Student Tram Hacks:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"3347\"><li data-section-id=\"j3sn5v\" data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2910\"><strong>Always confirm your zone:<\/strong> Double-check if you&#8217;re about to leave the Free Tram Zone to avoid any surprises.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"8hting\" data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3061\"><strong>Low-floor trams are your friend:<\/strong> When you&#8217;re loaded with groceries or luggage, look out for the low-floor trams \u2013 they make boarding much easier.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1qw5r2\" data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3347\"><strong>Key student routes:<\/strong> Tram routes 19 and 67 are well-known for being popular with students, so expect them to be busy but convenient. This convenience is a big reason students are drawn to the CBD and inner-north neighbourhoods when searching for student accommodation in Melbourne.<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"xapmlf\" data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3389\"><strong>Trains: For Reaching Further Afield<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3598\">If your student accommodation is located outside the inner city, trains will likely become your primary mode of transport. They&#8217;re generally faster for longer distances and more reliable during peak hours.<\/p><p data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3624\"><strong>When to choose trains:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3889\"><li data-section-id=\"1mxacx0\" data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3718\">If you&#8217;re living in suburbs like Footscray, Clayton, Box Hill, Caulfield, or Bundoora.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"suwngl\" data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3812\">When your university is located at Monash Clayton, Deakin Burwood, or La Trobe Bundoora.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1vglqg3\" data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3889\">For the most direct and quickest route into the CBD from outer suburbs.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"3899\"><strong>Costs:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"3989\"><li data-section-id=\"1fsd61i\" data-start=\"3903\" data-end=\"3989\">Fares typically range from $1.50 to $4, depending on the zones you travel through.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3993\" data-end=\"4013\"><strong>Student Train Hacks:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4484\"><li data-section-id=\"15q0ahx\" data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4146\"><strong>Mind the City Loop during peak times:<\/strong> Avoid the City Loop between 8 AM and 9 AM if you dislike being packed in like sardines.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"o00oqf\" data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4321\"><strong>Check for express services:<\/strong> Always look at the station list on the train display. Express services can significantly cut down your travel time by skipping certain stops.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"5i1aiu\" data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4484\"><strong>Affordable living<\/strong>: Trains are a fantastic option if you&#8217;re seeking affordable student accommodation in Melbourne in outer suburbs, where rent is often lower.<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1lt80rb\" data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4537\"><strong>Buses: The Underrated but Essential Connectors<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"4541\" data-end=\"4745\">Buses often get overlooked, but they are vital for filling in the transport gaps left by trams and trains. They provide crucial links across suburbs and to areas not directly served by rail or tram lines.<\/p><p data-start=\"4749\" data-end=\"4770\"><strong>When to choose buses:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"4774\" data-end=\"5006\"><li data-section-id=\"t3n1jh\" data-start=\"4774\" data-end=\"4862\">If you study at Monash Clayton \u2013 many students rely heavily on the bus network here.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13waef\" data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"4929\">When travelling within or between Bayside or Eastern suburbs.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"amonv2\" data-start=\"4931\" data-end=\"5006\">For cross-suburb journeys that don&#8217;t require you to go through the CBD.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5010\" data-end=\"5016\"><strong>Costs:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"5020\" data-end=\"5087\"><li data-section-id=\"f4i9h5\" data-start=\"5020\" data-end=\"5087\">Buses operate on the same Myki fare system as trams and trains.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5109\"><strong>Student Bus Hacks:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"5113\" data-end=\"5519\"><li data-section-id=\"jykxns\" data-start=\"5113\" data-end=\"5245\"><strong>PTV App accuracy:<\/strong> While the PTV app is helpful, live arrival times can sometimes be a little inconsistent, so build in a buffer.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1lsfehm\" data-start=\"5247\" data-end=\"5391\"><strong>Plan ahead:<\/strong> Consider planning your bus routes the night before to ensure you don&#8217;t miss important connections, especially for early classes.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"6v6sel\" data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5519\"><strong>Look for express routes:<\/strong> Some express bus services are specifically designed to cut travel time to major campuses by half.<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1usxdsf\" data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5569\"><strong>Bikes and E-Scooters: For Freedom and Speed<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"5573\" data-end=\"5780\">Cycling is a significant part of Melbourne&#8217;s culture, particularly in student-frequented areas like Carlton, Brunswick, and Parkville. Hiring e-scooters is also becoming increasingly popular for short trips.<\/p><p data-start=\"5784\" data-end=\"5819\"><strong>When to choose bikes or e-scooters:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"5823\" data-end=\"6017\"><li data-section-id=\"1eys21t\" data-start=\"5823\" data-end=\"5896\">When you want complete control over your departure and arrival times.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1l6sg86\" data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5966\">If you live close enough to campus for a short, convenient ride.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o5zsmk\" data-start=\"5968\" data-end=\"6017\">To bypass crowded peak-hour public transport.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"6021\" data-end=\"6027\"><strong>Costs:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"6031\" data-end=\"6157\"><li data-section-id=\"el6x63\" data-start=\"6031\" data-end=\"6084\">E-scooters typically cost a few dollars per trip.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"cml7bi\" data-start=\"6086\" data-end=\"6157\">Your own bicycle is the most cost-effective option in the long run.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"6161\" data-end=\"6188\"><strong>Student Scooter\/Bike Hacks:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"6192\" data-end=\"6457\"><li data-section-id=\"t9qjse\" data-start=\"6192\" data-end=\"6277\"><strong>Respect pedestrian spaces:<\/strong> Never ride on footpaths \u2013 fines are strictly enforced.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"fvojwf\" data-start=\"6279\" data-end=\"6351\"><strong>Utilise bike lanes<\/strong>: Always use dedicated bike lanes for your safety.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1eo2xb8\" data-start=\"6353\" data-end=\"6457\"><strong>Parking made easy:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll find plenty of storage racks around UniMelb, RMIT, and throughout the CBD.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"6461\" data-end=\"6625\">This is a great transport solution for students looking into student apartments in Melbourne who value speed, affordability, and flexibility in their daily commute.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"3xgx1y\" data-start=\"6629\" data-end=\"6672\"><strong>How Students Actually Navigate Melbourne<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"6676\" data-end=\"6799\">Most students don&#8217;t stick to just one mode of transport. They mix and match based on their daily needs and where they live:<\/p><ul data-start=\"6803\" data-end=\"7251\"><li data-section-id=\"i0ral2\" data-start=\"6803\" data-end=\"6849\"><strong>CBD Students:<\/strong> Predominantly rely on trams.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"7l8dvh\" data-start=\"6851\" data-end=\"6925\"><strong>UniMelb \/ RMIT Students<\/strong>: A combination of trams and walking is common.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"2hwgeg\" data-start=\"6927\" data-end=\"7000\"><strong>Monash Clayton Students:<\/strong> Trains are key, often supplemented by buses.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13dvyc5\" data-start=\"7002\" data-end=\"7072\"><strong>La Trobe Students<\/strong>: Trains paired with bus connections are typical.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"mycym0\" data-start=\"7074\" data-end=\"7149\"><strong>Footscray \/ Western Suburb Students<\/strong>: Daily train commutes are the norm.<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1pdyngk\" data-start=\"7151\" data-end=\"7251\"><strong>Students in Affordable Melbourne Accommodation<\/strong>: Often favour bicycles or trams for local travel.<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"7255\" data-end=\"7421\">Once you get a handle on the Myki system, understand the Free Tram Zone boundaries, and know the main train lines, navigating Melbourne quickly becomes second nature.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"in1jd3\" data-start=\"7425\" data-end=\"7460\"><strong>Final Thoughts on Getting Around<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"7464\" data-end=\"7861\">Melbourne&#8217;s public transport system might seem a bit daunting on day one, but it\u2019s surprisingly intuitive and becomes a familiar part of your routine very quickly. Whether you&#8217;re settling into student accommodation in Melbourne, sharing student apartments with friends, or exploring affordable options across the suburbs, this guide is designed to help you travel efficiently and cost-effectively.<\/p><p data-start=\"7865\" data-end=\"7963\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Do you have any brilliant student transport hacks for Melbourne? Share them in the comments below!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34b57d7d e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"34b57d7d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97fc1de elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"97fc1de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64c16757 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"64c16757\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1690\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1690\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What should students do in their first week to manage transport in Melbourne? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1690\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c5af2cc e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1c5af2cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c01d3ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c01d3ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Students should get a Myki card, choose between Myki Money or Myki Pass, download the PTV App, save key routes, and understand local transport options in their area.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1691\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1691\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is a Myki card and why is it important? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1691\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1742d83d e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1742d83d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21fd3669 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"21fd3669\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"631\">A Myki card is essential for using trams, trains, and buses. It allows pay-as-you-go travel or unlimited travel with a pass, making commuting easy and flexible for students.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1692\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1692\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> When should students use trams in Melbourne? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1692\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26343e6e e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"26343e6e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71524c54 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"71524c54\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"879\">Trams are best for travelling within the city, especially in areas like the CBD, Parkville, and Carlton. They are free within the Free Tram Zone and ideal for short, quick trips to university or nearby places.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1693\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1693\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> When are trains a better option for students? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1693\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61945092 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"61945092\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e4625a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e4625a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Trains are ideal for students living in outer suburbs like Footscray or Clayton, or those attending universities such as Monash University or La Trobe University. They offer faster and more reliable travel for longer distances.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1694\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1694\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do students typically get around Melbourne daily? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1694\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c2bced1 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6c2bced1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-22cb7a44 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"22cb7a44\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1544\">Most students use a mix of transport options depending on their location. 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