Public transport for Round 8 of the 2021 AFL season
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Public transport is the best way to get to the game during Round 8 of the 2021 AFL season!
Extra services will run to and from the MCG and Marvel Stadium for each game.
Plan your trip to the game using Journey planner.
Round 8 Matches
Richmond v Geelong, MCG - Friday 7 May at 7.50pm
North Melbourne v Collingwood, Marvel Stadium- Saturday 8 May at 4.35pm
Melbourne v Sydney, MCG - Saturday 8 May at 7.25pm
Hawthorn v West Coast, MCG - Sunday 9 May at 1.10pm
Western Bulldogs v Carlton, Marvel Stadium - Sunday 9 May at 3.20pm
Before you travel
We encourage you to register your myki so we can contact you if you've travelled on a public transport service identified as a COVID-19 site. Register your myki now - it's quick and easy.
You must wear a fitted face mask covering your nose and mouth and ensure you wear it for your entire journey. It's also strongly recommended you wear a face mask when you cannot maintain 1.5 metres distance from other people, such as at busy stations and stops.
Plan your journey using Journey Planner and check Disruptions for service changes that may affect your journey.
Disruptions
Footy fans please note the following disruptions may affect your travel to and from the game. Allow extra travel time and plan ahead using Journey planner.
Disruptions between Friday 7 May to Sunday 9 May
- Ararat, Ballarat and Maryborough lines: Coaches replace trains
- Belgrave and Lilydale lines: Buses replace evening trains
- Craigieburn, Sunbury and Upfield lines: No City Loop services
- Geelong Line: Coaches replace select day trains
- Mernda Line: Buses replace trains
Visiting the MCG and Marvel Stadium
- Make sure you download your mobile ticket before you arrive at the venue and scan in using your smartphone.
- Download the Service Victoria app to ensure you're ready to scan the displayed QR codes on arrival. The Service Victoria App can be downloaded on Google Play or the App Store.
Visit the MCG website to learn more about getting ready for game day.
Visit the Marvel Stadium website to learn more about attending matches at the stadium.