Data reveals V/Line punctuality on two routes dropped to lowest in a decade
V/Line's punctuality has dropped to its lowest level in nearly a decade on the Swan Hill and Echuca lines during the first month of free public transport. Factors such as speed restrictions, trespassers, and incidents have contributed to the delays. The Public Transport Association is urging V/Line and the state government to address these issues and improve service reliability.
- ▪V/Line's punctuality on the Swan Hill and Echuca lines fell to 56 percent in April, the worst since July 2017.
- ▪The punctuality target of 92 percent has not been met since March 2022.
- ▪Speed restrictions and incidents were the primary causes of delays during the month.
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V/Line punctuality drops to lowest level in nearly a decade on some lines during free public transportBy Nethma DandeniyaBy Philippe PerezABC Mildura-Swan HillTopic:Public TransportSun 24 May 2026 at 9:08amSun 24 May 2026 at 9:08amSun 24 May 2026 at 9:08amV/Line's punctuality was lower on the majority of regional routes across Victoria's first month of free public transport, as compared to March 2026. (ABC News)In short:V/Line's latest data reveals punctuality dropped to its lowest level in nearly a decade on the Swan Hill and Echuca lines. The ABC understands speed restrictions, trespassers and incidents contributed to the delays.
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