Try Before You Ride 2026

Join the Whitehorse Connect with Confidence Alumni to travel to Southern Cross Train Station for the Victorian Try Before You Ride Event 2026.

Have you ever wanted to test out different modes of public transportation? This event is perfect for you. Taxis, trams, buses, and trains will be at this one location for you to visit and check out.

Register to travel with a group from Whitehorse to Southern Cross Train Station, where friendly staff will be available to guide you throughout the day and answer your questions about public transport.

• Practice getting on and off our trains, trams, buses, and accessible taxis.
• Learn about accessibility features on public transport.
• Go on a tour of Southern Cross Station (register on the day).
• Discover what travelling by tram is like.

This event is coordinated by Yarra Trams, Metro Trains, V/Line, Kinetic Buses, and Travellers Aid. Organised in partnership with Transport Victoria, Safe Transport Victoria, and Southern Cross Station.