Train commuters poised for lengthy delays for the evening peak

There are major delays on a number of lines this evening after track faults at Flinders Street Station.

Commuters on the Hurstbridge and Mernda lines are advised to seek alternative transport.

UPDATE Hurstbridge/Mernda lines: Major Delays due to track faults at Flinders Street.

Passengers are advised to board the 86 tram route from Parliament for stations between Jolimont and Clifton Hill. pic.twitter.com/kVxdDqwnDk

— Metro Trains (@metrotrains) October 24, 2018

A S Cross platform 9 holiday for these lost souls as #hurstbridgeline ⁦@metrotrains⁩ cancelled until further notice due to fault at Flinders St. Pax told to find other transport 🙁 ⁦@3AW693⁩ pic.twitter.com/FoTY5xHrCR

— Jane Holmes (@Missjaneradio) October 24, 2018