Melbourne Central railway station facts for kids
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| Station information | |
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| Code | MCE |
| Distance from Flinders St |
3.2 km (via Sthn Cross) 2.4 km (via Parliament) |
| Line | All lines |
| # Platforms | 4 |
| # Tracks | 4 |
| Status | Premium station |
| Opened | January 24, 1981 |
| Google map | Link |
| GPS Coordinates | 37°48'36.15'S 144°57'45.58"E |
| Zone | 1 |
Melbourne Central is a busy train station in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is one of three stations that are completely underground. These stations are part of the Melbourne Underground Rail Loop, often called the City Loop. This special train line goes around the city center. Melbourne Central Station is located right under the big Melbourne Central Shopping Center.
About Melbourne Central Station
This station is a very important place for people traveling around Melbourne. It has four platforms where trains stop. It also has four tracks for trains to run on. Melbourne Central is known as a Premium Station. This means it has extra services and facilities for passengers.
History of the Station
Melbourne Central Station opened a long time ago. It started operating on January 24, 1981. When it first opened, it was known by a different name: Museum Station. This was because the Melbourne Museum used to be located across the street from the station, at the State Library of Victoria. When the museum moved to a new location, the station's name was changed to Melbourne Central.
Images for kids
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Entry gates to the Swanston Street concourse and platforms in August 2017
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Swanston Street concourse in August 2017
