If you’re travelling around Melbourne, you’ll need a myki card to use trains, trams, and buses. But many people ask the same question: where can I buy a myki card? Here’s a simple guide on what myki is, where to get one, and how to keep it topped up for hassle-free travel.
What is Myki?
Myki is Melbourne’s reusable smartcard ticketing system for public transport. It’s used on:
- Trains across the metropolitan network
- Trams throughout Melbourne’s tram routes
- Buses across Victoria’s regional towns and suburbs
Instead of paper tickets, travellers tap on and off with a myki card. The card stores money (myki Money) or passes (myki Pass), deducting fares automatically.
Where to Buy a Myki Card
You can buy a myki card in Melbourne from multiple locations:
1. 7-Eleven Stores
- Almost all 7-Eleven stores across Melbourne sell myki cards.
- Convenient if you need one quickly while out and about.
2. Retail Outlets with the Myki Sign
- Many newsagents and shops display the green “myki” logo.
- These locations also allow you to top up your card.
3. Myki Machines at Train Stations and Some Tram Stops
- Available at most metro train stations and some tram super stops.
- Accepts both cash and card payments.
4. Staffed Railway Stations & PTV Hubs
- You can buy, replace, or top up your card at Public Transport Victoria (PTV) service hubs or major stations.
5. Online or Over the Phone
- Cards can also be ordered online through the PTV system or by calling their service line.
- Online orders are posted to your address, so it’s better for long-term planning.
How Much Does a Myki Card Cost?
- Standard myki card: $6 (adult)
- Concession myki: $3 (for eligible users like students or seniors)
- You’ll need to add money (myki Money) or a travel pass (myki Pass) before using it.
Topping Up Your Myki
Once you’ve bought a card, you’ll need to load it with credit. Topping up can be done at:
- Myki machines
- 7-Eleven stores and retail outlets
- Online via the PTV website
- Automatic top-up setup through a linked bank account
Conclusion
If you’re wondering where to buy myki, the answer is simple: almost anywhere in Melbourne. From 7-Eleven stores and retail outlets to train stations, tram stops, and online options, getting a card is quick and easy. Once topped up, you’ll have full access to Melbourne’s trains, trams, and buses without worrying about paper tickets.
FAQs
1. Can I buy a myki card at Melbourne Airport?
Yes, myki cards are available at SkyBus booths and some airport outlets.
2. Can I buy a myki card on the tram?
No, you must purchase a myki before boarding.
3. Is myki valid outside Melbourne?
Yes, it can be used on regional buses in cities like Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, and others.
4. How much does a myki card cost?
$6 for adults, $3 for concessions, plus travel credit.
5. Where can I top up myki?
At machines, retail outlets, online, or through auto top-up.
* The information is not intended to be and does not constitute financial advice or any other recommendation of any sort offered or endorsed by Gate.
