New bus service for Donnybrook

From 16 March 2025, we’re introducing a new bus service in Donnybrook, Olivine and Peppercorn Hill.

Route 524 will run in a one-way loop to Donnybrook Station 7 days a week, making it easier for residents to reach the train station and schools.

At Donnybrook Station, passengers can change to the Route 501 shuttle for a direct trip to Craigieburn Station or catch a V/Line service.

Route 524 map

Download the Route 524 – Donnybrook Station Loop via Olivine and Peppercorn Hill (Clockwise) map (PDF) 264 KB .

To plan your journey:

• Download the PTV app
• Use the journey planner
• Check the  Route 524 timetable (PDF) 281 KB
• or call 1800 800 007.

Service details:

• On weekdays the bus will run between 5.30am and 9pm, with buses running every 30 minutes from 7am to 9am and from 3pm to 8pm, and 40 minutes at other times.
• On weekends the bus will run between 6.30am to 7pm, with buses running every 40 minutes.
• Route 524 will provide convenient connections to important destinations, including Donnybrook Station, and local schools such as Hume Anglican Grammar School and Donnybrook Primary School.
• For Donnybrae residents, Route 524 will stop on Donnybrook Road, east of Willaroy Boulevard, making it easier to travel towards Peppercorn Hill. To get to Donnybrook Station, residents will need to catch the bus from the same stop and complete the full route loop, which takes about 20 minutes.
• Route 524 will extend to Kalkallo. More information will be available on this page closer to the service commencing.