Inland Rail’s construction partner John Holland is undertaking works to relocate the rail line and upgrade the Euroa and Benalla station precincts.
During these works, transport arrangements, station parking and pedestrian access at Euroa Station and Benalla Station will undergo significant changes.
For an extended time, trains will not stop at Euroa and Benalla stations, with coaches replacing trains.
V/Line coach replacement services
When trains are not stopping at Euroa and Benalla stations, V/Line coach replacement services will be provided, and temporary timetables will be in place.
V/Line passengers can still purchase tickets at Benalla Station, vline.com.au, at the nearest ticket agent or by calling 1800 800 007.
For rail disruption updates and to plan your journey, visit vline.com.au or transportnsw.info.
Changes at Euroa station
Timing: from 13 April 2026
From 13 April trains will not stop at Euroa Station. Coaches will replace trains until the new carpark and platform open on the Elliot Street side of the station later this year.
The Railway Street bus stop will be relocated to McGuinness Street for both V/Line and Transport Victoria services.
The Railway Street carpark will be closed, with public parking available at the Euroa Hotel carpark, off McGuinness Street.
Temporary pedestrian access across the rail line will be via the Frost Street drainage infrastructure or Charles Street pedestrian crossing.
Once the new Euroa Station underpass is complete, the Frost Street drainage infrastructure will not be accessible to pedestrians.
Please check the works notices page to find out about current works taking place in Euroa.
Changes at Benalla station
Timing: From 9 April 2026
From 9 April the Benalla Station carpark will be partially closed and the V/Line bus drop-off and pick-up areas relocated to Mackellar Street. Pedestrian access will be maintained to the Benalla Station.
Designated accessible and on-street public parking will be available along Carrier Street.
Timing: From 20 April 2026
From 20 April trains will not stop at Benalla Station. Coaches will replace trains until a temporary carpark and the new platform open on the Railway Place side of the station later this year.
Passengers will continue to use the Mackellar Street bus stop and park along Carrier Street.
The station carpark and access road will be closed. Pedestrian access to the station from Mackellar Street will be maintained.
Please check the works notices page to find out about current works taking place in Benalla.
Changes at Violet Town station
Timing: 21 April to 1 May 2026
All passenger trains will stop on Violet Town east platform only between 21 April and 1 May 2026.
Changes at Avenel station
Timing: 28 April to 1 May 2026
All passenger trains will stop on Avenel west platform only between 28 April and 1 May 2026.
Inland Rail in Victoria: Contact details
If you have any questions about the Inland Rail project, you can contact our Victorian team by phone, email, mail, or at one of our drop-in sessions.
