Our special 2 for 1 deal on outback train services is back. Travel online represents a number of different train journeys covering many regions of australia. Australias queensland rail travel services, including the tilt train bundaberg and rockhampton only, spirit of queensland, spirit of the outback, the inlander, the westlander and connecting coach services. Travelonline train info and booking options for the spirit of queensland. Your spirit of queensland rail adventure starts here. Queensland rail supplies bike lockers and bike compounds at many of our stations for our customers. Travelling by train throughout australia is a memorable and enjoyable experience. Using your bicycle is a great way to get around south east queensland. The largest and most comprehensive network of long distance and tourist trains in australia extending along the queensland coastline from brisbane to cairns and west to charleville, longreach and mount isa. The queensland explorer pass allows unlimited travel on most queensland rail services. A scenic rail trip allows you to make the most of your holiday, with every minute of the journey as much a part of the adventure as the destination itself. Trip in august 2014 between innisfail and gladstone. The fastest narrow guage trains in the world, the tilt trains provide an efficient, comfortable and worldclass standard of travel. The most innovative train in australia, the tilt train offers a thoroughly enjoyable travel experience offering stateoftheart onboard facilities, quality dining, the latest in entertainment and, of course, panoramic views of queensland s everchanging.
Queensland railways westlander train is the most comfortable way to travel between brisbane and the towns of southwest queensland. Email address email address used as user name for login. The translink contact centre is open 247 to assist with your train enquiries. Final payment the maps in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Queensland rail travel spirit of queensland railbed class. As of october 2016, a new milestone in qrs history was reached with moreton bay regions newest railway line, the redcliffe peninsula line. Train timetable queensland north coast railway queensland rail. Find and book your highspeed train tickets online with rail. Rail fares rail fares what better way to add to your holiday experience than relaxing and taking in the picturesque scenery of the sunshine state from your comfortable seat, railbed or sleeper cabin aboard a queensland rail journey. Queensland rail we aim to be australias best performing railway. Servicing destinations throughout brisbane, melbourne and new south wales, nsw trainlink express passenger trains offers a comfortable modern coach and rail network to carry passengers economy or first class, in the comfort of air conditioning on day, night and overnight routes. The service adopted its current moniker in december 2014. Travelling between brisbane and rockhampton, sit back, enjoy a smooth and comfortable ride and avoid the traffic onboard the tilt train.
A video trip report of railbed first class on qr travels new spirit of queensland tilting train. Get more out of your holiday with these great value fares for isic card holders and enjoy the journey as much as the destination. So if you need a quick and easy way to move from a to b, one of our staff can help with your group booking enquiry. The electric tilt train is the name for two identical highspeed tilting trains operated by queensland rail on the north coast line from brisbane to bundaberg and rockhampton which entered service in november 1998. The brand new spirit of queensland train takes its passengers on a memorable journey along queenslands east coast, from the city of brisbane to the tropical climes of cairns.
Spirit of queensland rail tours great rail journeys. We have combined the rail fare, flights, hotel, transfers, tours, cruises and more so you can save. Its so easy to travel with queensland rail as a group and its cost effective too. Book spectacular queensland rail tours and holiday packages with railway adventures. Spirit of queensland trains railbeds adventures all around. Escorted savannah rail tour savannahlander tours gulflander.
For train lovers who have yet to experience this great rail journey i say book quickly before its too late. Queensland s favourite coastal destinations are easily accessible by the tilt train, the most modern passenger trains in australia. Compare queensland spirit of queensland packages, everything is included so you get the best value train holiday deal. Alternatively, premier motor service operates a bus from brisbane to howard once daily. Queensland rail travel 40% off queensland rail travel fares. Mar 27, 2020 how to travel with queensland rail all travel on queensland rail trains that run to or from destinations north of gympie north or west of rosewood must be booked and paid in advance. As the coastal scenery rolls by, the spirit of queensland offers a licenced club car and dining options to keep you sated. Browse all queensland train packages and get the best possible deal from the rail holiday specialist. The queensland coastal pass formerly the east coast discovery pass lets you travel by rail in one direction between brisbane and cairns making unlimited stops en route. The queensland rail group including queensland rail abn 68 598 268 528 and queensland rail limited abn 71 2 181 090. Queensland rail holidays 202021 by queensland rail travel. We offer special concessions for travelling groups of ten or more.
All nonessential travel is strongly discouraged at this time, to assist with the governments containment strategy for covid19. Customer feedback at queensland rail travel we strive to provide consistent, worldclass service to our customers. Dont ever travel with queensland rail when the train is off because of track maintenance. The brand new spirit of queensland train takes its passengers on a memorable journey along queensland s east coast, from the city of brisbane to the tropical climes of cairns.
Spirit of queensland spirit of the outback tilt train the westlander. Sep 09, 2014 a video trip report of railbed first class on qr travels new spirit of queensland tilting train. Contact queensland rail travel for transfer options. Melbourne to north queensland 4 ways to travel via train. Select your pass route for one of the directions listed under validities. The spirit of queensland is a modern tilt train that runs the length of the queensland coast between brisbane and cairns. Travelling on the spirit of queensland train from brisbane to. Join a fully escorted ultimate outback queensland adventure tour designed to enhance your holiday experience by taking care of your. The tilt train connects passengers with some of queenslands most iconic tourist destinations along the coastline with a quick and convenient way to access the southern great barrier reef, capricorn coast, bundaberg, burnett, fraser coast and south east queensland regions. Featuring a great range of holiday packages, this brochure combines the iconic train journeys of queensland with accommodation and touring. Queensland coastal pass rail travel in coastal queensland. Rediscover the romance of this historic train journey that follows the spectacular coral sea coast to brisbane and redefines the modern rail travel experience.
General enquiries if you would like to ask any additional questions. Travelling between brisbane and cairns five times a week, the spirit of queensland redefines the modern rail travel experience with a comfortable and convenient way to access spectacular holiday destinations such as the great barrier reef, the whitsundays, townsville and cairns and everywhere in between. The 1681 km journey takes 24 hours and is the only queensland longdistance train with lieflat railbeds. The tilt train offers a modern and comfortable way to access the numerous holiday destinations along queenslands spectacular coastline. Queensland has the best trains in australia and this pass is valid on the fast tilt train that connects brisbane and rockhampton. In general, you areable to book queensland rail travel services up to 325 days in advance. Wishing all of our customers a happy and safe new year from all of us here at queensland rail. Please phone us for bookings within 2 hours of the train departure time. We couldnt think of a better way to experience some of the most incredible sights of the outback than from the comfort of an airconditioned train carriage for half the price. Queensland train packages discover australia holidays.
Nsw trainlink operates regional and intercity train and coach services to more than 365 destinations in nsw, queensland, the act and victoria. Queensland rail travel operates a train from brisbane roma street to howard 6 times a week. Queensland rail travel spirit of queensland railbed. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner. By booking train travel through sunlover holidays you agree to be bound by queensland rail travels conditions of carriage. Call us for more info on our savannahlander and gulflander adventure tours today. Online bookings for a service close 2 hours prior to the departure from the requested station. Please phone us for bookings within 2 hours of the train departure. The most innovative train in australia, the tilt train offers a thoroughly enjoyable travel experience offering stateoftheart onboard facilities, quality dining, the latest in entertainment and, of course, panoramic views of queenslands ever. Instagram access queensland rail travel on instagram.
But i can also understand that a lot of people want to get from a to b faster, and the spirit of queensland can get you from brisbane to cairns in 25 hours, compared to the sunlanders more leisurely 31 hours. How to travel with queensland rail all travel on queensland rail trains that run to or from destinations north of gympie north or west of rosewood must be booked and paid in advance. Queensland rail station bicycle lockers online booking etc read 4698 times ozbob. Contemporary, comfortable and designed for relaxation, the newest addition to the queensland rail travel fleet has two dedicated railbed cars, a shared club car and three premium economy seat cars. Queensland rail travel 40% off queensland rail travel. All, economy seat, business seat, economy twin sleeper. The tilt train offers a modern and comfortable way to access the numerous holiday destinations along queensland s spectacular coastline. There are 5 ways to get from melbourne to north queensland by plane, train, bus or night train. Travel in comfort along queenslands stunning coastline onboard the spirit of queensland. We would like to hear any feedback on any of our long distance or tourist services.
Queensland rail station bicycle lockers online booking etc. Queensland rail tours and holiday packages escorted trips. Queensland rail moreton bay region railway line north brisbane. Queensland gateway to the great barrier reef and the whitsunday islands offers a choice of two rail passes. Queensland rail offer specially discounted tickets for primary and secondary school students travelling to and from school.
Checkout the amazing value queensland rail and sail deals. Queensland rail we aim to be australias best performing. Travel in comfort along queensland s stunning coastline onboard the spirit of queensland. We thank you for your understanding at this difficult time. The fully airconditioned train offers comfortable seating accommodation and complimentary atseat snack packs are delivered at meal times throughout the journey. Travelling on the spirit of queensland train from brisbane. Choose from our escorted trips or experience the route of the legendary sunlander on an exciting journey through wide bay and the tropical north. Spirit of queensland train brisbane to cairns travelonline.
Catching the train in australia expert transport tips on getting around australia by train. Queensland rail travel is committed to supporting queenslanders by preventing the spread of covid19. The 1681 km journey takes 24 hours and is the only queensland longdistance train with lieflat rail beds. Some booking restrictions are in place to ensure people who live in regional new south wales can get seats, but in most cases, youre able to book online up to 6 months in advance. Rail motors, rail cars, emus and tilt trains of queensland book for nearly 100 years, queenslands government railways have provided many of their passenger services with rail motors or their successors, railcars and tilt trains. A guide to train travel in australia train routes, times. Queensland rail runs the highspeed spirit of queensland service between brisbane and cairns. An australian holiday experience with queensland rail offers you the largest and most comprehensive range of holiday options in australia incorporating the most memorable long distance and travel train and tilt train experiences travel in style, make new friends, learn about australias history and kick back and enjoy the scenery in comfort on one of australias iconic. Queensland rail moreton bay region railway line north.
Book an escorted savannah rail tour through queensland savannah country and experience three vastly different, characterfilled, heritage train journeys. Sep 10, 2014 for train lovers who have yet to experience this great rail journey i say book quickly before its too late. For services relating to the travel network, please visit queensland rail travel. Australia is a vast country, where distances between capital cities are lengthy and what better way to see the australian countryside than by train. The route operated under a previous name the sunshine express from its inception until 1953, when it became the sunlander. Australia rail passes book train tickets online in uk. The spirit of queensland has a maximum speed of 160kmh and the entire trip takes 24 hours. Brisbane to howard 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car. Australias queensland rail travel services, including spirit of queensland and tilt train bundaberg and rockhampton only, in one direction only, either north or south, with unlimited stopovers between the locations selected. Queenslands favourite coastal destinations are easily accessible by the tilt train, the most modern passenger trains in australia.
Travelling with your bike find out more about travelling on your bike on the citytrain network, and also how to book a bike locker. These trains are fully reserved seats and berths and you cannot board without an advance booking. Servicing destinations throughout brisbane, melbourne and new south wales, nsw trainlink express passenger trains offers a comfortable modern coach and rail network to carry passengers economy or first class, in the comfort of air. Discover the charm of queensland train travel and the highlights of cairns with this 6 day spirit of queensland rail and cairns touring package. Queensland rail logo trade toolbox icon trade toolbox contact us. Queensland rail travel offers flexible explorer passes for those with time on their side and there are one and two month durations available to book, which allows for unlimited travel on the majority of services throughout queensland. Click to take a look at the rail australia route map and the great southern rail route map. Queensland rail abbreviated as qr is a railway operator in queensland. Australian trains rail and train journeys throughout. Purchase etickets with preferred payment methods for trains worldwide like vienna budapest train tickets, vienna prague trains, lisbon porto, oslo bergen trains.
The new spirit of queensland combines modern seating and entertainment options with the romance of long distance rail travel. If you are found travelling with a bicycle during peak times, you may be asked to leave the train until an appropriate service is available. You can also click on the scrolling boxes at the bottom of the page to see the fantastic range of rail passes, trains, and. The queensland rail qr network is the backbone of our state having played a major role in shaping queenslands history for over 150 years. A scenic rail trip allows you to make the most of your holiday, with every minute of the journey as much a. Queensland rail abbreviated as qr is a railway operator in queensland, australia. New south wales visitors should consider a discovery pass, which allows unlimited train travel within that state, including between sydney, brisbane, melbourne, and canberra, without the need to book train tickets in advance. Owned by the queensland government, it operates suburban and longdistance passenger services, as well as owning and maintaining approximately 6,600 kilometres of track. With a queensland explorer pass travel from cairns in the north, to brisbane in the south.
The train makes the 1681km journey five times per week. Queensland rail travel is committed to supporting queenslanders with their essential travel needs, but the health and safety of our staff and customers and preventing the spread of covid19 is a priority. Severe weather events and natural disasters stop trains, damage our network and. Engineered for high speed the tilt trains offer a quick and convenient way to get your holidays off to. Services for the tilt train have been reduced effective 30 march 2020, until further notice in the interest of avoiding nonessential travel. Queensland is full of hidden surprises just waiting to be discovered, and what better way to experience them than through the magic of rail. Melbourne, and canberra, without the need to book train tickets in advance. Seeing australia by train is an experience to savour, so book an australia train tickets today, and let the adventure begin. For more information or to book your outback journey call queensland rail travel on 1800 2 329 or visit.