More Vic train strikes could be on the way

Regional Victoria could see more train strikes with workers applying to take industrial action over a new pay deal.

Regional Victoria could see more train strikes with workers applying to take industrial action. (AAP)

Regional train services could be affected after train workers applied to take protected industrial action as part of negotiations with V/Line.

The Rail, Tram and Bus Union has applied to the Fair Work Commission for the ability to hold work stoppages up to 48-hours long.

The union shut down Melbourne's CBD in September with the first train and tram strikes in a generation as part of negotiations with Metro Trains.

Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan said talk of strike action was all speculation and negotiations were continuing.

The union last year won a 17 per cent pay increase over four years for Metro operational staff.