Melbourne CBD's "Little" streets could be closed to cars at certain times, at least 30 kilometres of new bike lanes built and more on-street car parks removed, under the council's new 10-year transport plan.

A bridge over the Yarra River linking Collins Street and Fishermans Bend could also be backed in Melbourne City Council's draft transport strategy to be released shortly.

The council wants to ease the pedestrian crowd crush in the CBD. Credit:Daniel Pockett

This would create a direct route for trams, cyclists and pedestrians to Australia's largest urban renewal area, which is currently only accessible by bus or car.

The council’s document will outline how it proposes to boost pedestrian, cycling and tram access through the Hoddle Grid over the next 10 years.