What is Myki?
Myki is a community card for unlimited free travel in Melbourne’s public transport network.
Myki is a smart ticketing system for Melbourne’s public transport. With Myki you can catch a local train, tram or bus with ease and show your Myki pass on the Go Card readers to board. It’s simple, safe and easy
Myki is a smartcard ticketing system that allows you to pay your fare with ease. It protects your privacy while making travel on public transport easier and more convenient.
Paying for your public transport is easier and more intuitive than ever. Through Myki, you can touch on and off at peak times automatically, check your tap balance online and make fare options available to you wherever you are.
History of MyKi
Myki is a public transport ticketing system introduced in Melbourne and South Australia as part of Public Transport Victoria’s fully integrated ticketing system. Myki began as a trial project by the Government of Victoria in July 2010, before being officially launched at Melbourne Airport on 19 September 2010, allowing passengers to pre-purchase tickets using the Opal Card.
More than 5 million smartcards have been installed since Myki was introduced, with 86% of all journeys on public transport being completed off-peak.
Myki is the world’s first contactless smartcard ticketing system, that enables customers to board a train simply by tapping their Myki card against an automatic reader. The clever design means that fares are calculated from the start of each journey and no more time is wasted standing in long lines at ticket vending machines (TVMs) or on platforms. However, there hasn’t been any convenient way for visitors travelling to Melbourne for major sporting events such as tennis, cricket and football games to use their Myki card.
Myki is a convenient, smart card that you can use to travel on public transport anywhere in the country. Myki was launched in April 2014 following a successful trial period. It replaced the historical ticketing system operated by Citipower, which had a range of problems to solve regarding reliability and convenience.
How to register my Myki card?
Registering your Myki card is easy: simply go to a Ticketek Shop or Visit the online Myki Registration page for any registered e-ticketed event and your Myki will be ready for you to use. Register Myki card by downloading the application and filling in some details. After registering the Myki card, you can use it for travelling around Melbourne.
If your Myki card was issued: register now. If you are registering a new Myki card, you can download an application form, if you don’t already have one. (Note: large format paper forms will not be accepted from 1 January 2019). You must register your Myki account within 14 days of getting your card.
You can register your Myki card at any Australia Post registered outlet in your local area or online. It is easy, convenient, and secure – just go to the myki website or call 1300 795 909. You’ll need a piece of a photo ID and one payment from a bank account that has been verified by the Commonwealth Bank.#ENDWRITE
Registering your Myki card is easy. Simply call 13 11 20 and connect to a dedicated team member who will help you through the process. If you have any questions about Myki please call 13 13 12 or contact the Customer Contact Centre on 1800 991 811. Otherwise, register online now.
It is easy to register Myki cards online. Simply visit the registration website at www.myki.vic.gov.au, enter your registration details and create a new account or log on to an existing one. In just a few minutes you’ll have all your details ready to go.
Conclusion
Your Myki card is not just a piece of plastic – it’s an essential part of your travel experience. Register to receive your free Myki money balance, and keep track of the money you’ve spent so far.
Once registered, Myki cards and the Myki app will provide you with benefits. Keep your Myki card safe to avoid having it stolen or lost.
By registering your Myki card, you will be able to purchase a Presto newspaper or enter more than 60 public transport services stations across Sydney Metro’s five lines. Register online today!
Congratulations! You’ve successfully registered your Myki card. You’ll be prompted to top up your account shortly to access Zone 1 trains and trams on weekends, evenings and public holidays until further notice.
