Private company

Melbourne Railway Company

Railway company in Melbourne, Victoria

The Melbourne Railway Company was formed in 1859 to construct and run a railway from Melbourne to Windsor, where it connected with the St Kilda and Brighton Railway. Previously, the Brighton line had branched off the end of the St Kilda Railway, requiring a reverse loop.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

The Melbourne Railway Company was formed in 1859 to construct and run a railway from Melbourne to Windsor, where it connected with the St Kilda and Brighton Railway. Previously, the Brighton line had branched off the end of the St Kilda Railway, requiring a reverse loop.2

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