Victorian regional travellers could save up to $40 per trip as fare caps promised during the state election come into effect.
From Friday, regional V/Line train fares will be capped at the daily metropolitan rate of $9.20 for a full fare or $4.60 for concession holders on weekdays, and at $6.70 and $3.35 on weekends and public holidays.
The fare cap applies to all PTV regional buses, town buses, V/Line trains and coaches, and to interstate travel within 60km of the Victorian border.
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Regional transport fares became a battleground at last year's state election after the Liberal Nationals opposition promised a $2 cap on metro fares and a plan to halve the price of regional tickets.
The Victorian government responded with a plan to cap regional fares at daily metro rates, which the opposition later criticised for being incorrectly costed.
Australian Associated Press
