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  1. Best train journeys to take in Australia

    3. The Ghan. Where: Darwin to Adelaide, Adelaide to Alice Springs or Darwin to Alice Springs (routes are also available in reverse) No distractions, no complications - just you and the monumental Australian outback. Traversing almost 3,000km (1,864mi) across some of the most hard-to-reach and jaw-dropping pockets of Australia, the Ghan ...

  2. 7 incredible overnight sleeper train journeys to take in Australia

    The Ghan Expedition, a four-day all-inclusive trip running from Adelaide to Darwin, is the train's signature line and counts itself among the world's greatest rail journeys. All up, it costs ...

  3. Top 10 Best Train Journeys in Australia

    Puffing Billy is known as Australia's favourite steam train. 10. Spirit of the Outback. The Spirit of the Outback traverses the heartland of Queensland's outback from Brisbane to Longreach. Delve into the history and culture of the state via towns like Bundaberg and Emerald.

  4. The Best Australian Train Trips

    Train Passes for NSW. Countrylink - The NSW intercity train service offers a pass valid for 14 days up to 6 months. The Discovery Pass 14 days $232, 30 days $275, 3 months $298, 6 months $420. The East Coast Train Pass offers a one-way economy between Melbourne and Cairns. You can travel in either direction and get on and off the trains ...

  5. Best Train Tours & Packages in Australia

    Embark on a stunning rail journey through Australia. Journey through Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, exploring historic landmarks, picturesque towns, and scenic landscapes. ... Sleeper Trains Sleepers trains can be a great way to travel long distances overnight as you rest up in comfort, arriving ... Sustainability Taking the train is not only ...

  6. 11 More Incredible Australian Train Trips To Experience

    The long and the short of it; Australia has some remarkable train trips. There are long haul train journeys such as The Ghan — the longest passenger train in the world — slicing Australia from top to bottom through the Red Centre. Each state has historic railways with short runs. These are in scenic places and showcase Australia's unique ...

  7. 8 best train journeys in Australia

    From historic railway day trips to trans-continental tracks, we reveal the best train journeys in Australia James Draven Tuesday February 07 2023, 5.45pm , The Times

  8. 10 Of The Best Train Journeys To Take Around Australia

    Read on for the best train trips around Australia. The Indian Pacific. Spanning 4352 kilometres between Perth and Sydney, the Indian Pacific is one of Australia's most epic train trips. You'll journey through deserts, mountains, goldfields, savannahs and rocky valleys on the four-day expedition, including the longest straight stretch of ...

  9. Handpicked: Here Are 10 Of The Best Train Trips In Australia

    6. Spirit Of Queensland - Budget. Take the Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns to experience the many desirable destinations on the way. Stop by the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays, Townsville or anywhere else in between! This train sprawls over 1681 kilometres of pure scenic views.

  10. Official Site of The Ghan, Indian Pacific & Great Southern

    Great Southern Rail Journeys are only available in January and December. Book Now See available options. Or Call 1800 703 357. To book this package please call or email [email protected]. Call 1800 703 357. It's Australia by Train. On The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern & The Overland. Book your all inclusive journey today.

  11. Luxury Australian Train Journeys

    Ride the rails of history aboard The Ghan, as you take the unforgettable luxury Australian train journey through the outback heartland. Whether you travel up to the tropical Top End of Darwin, or south to the wine capital of Adelaide, your time experiencing one of the world's great rail journeys will deliver a unique holiday beyond expectations.

  12. A guide to train travel in Australia

    You'll normally get a quote within 24 hours. International Rail can also sort tickets for other Australian train services, such as NSW TrainLink from Sydney to Melbourne or Brisbane. To buy Australian train tickets in the UK by phone, call International Rail on 0844 248 248 3, lines open 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday.

  13. 9 of The Best Train Trips in Australia

    9 of The Best Train Trips in Australia. A starter's list of nine of the best train journeys in Australia. ... In all a twenty-four our rail trip Brisbane to Cairns (or in reverse) and is 1681 kilometres long. Or, take the option to travel the journey in part with stops including Rockhampton, Mackay, Proserpine (Whitsundays access), Townsville ...

  14. Australian Rail Maps

    Follow Australian Rail Maps online. For daily updates, information and discussion, follow us on social media. Plan your Australian train, tram, bus and ferry travel with our easy-to-use maps and online timetables. Every train in Australia from suburban trips to luxury trans-continental journeys of a lifetime.

  15. 10 most scenic train trips in Australia

    Pichi Richi Railway, SA. The Ghan is one of Australia's most celebrated rail journeys, but, for many, a three-day journey from Adelaide to Darwin is too long and too expensive. But on the Pichi Richi Railway you can get a taste of the original Ghan route, used from 1923 to 1956, with half- and full-day journeys between Port Augusta and Quorn ...

  16. Official Site of The Ghan

    Or Call 1800 703 357. To book this package please call or email [email protected]. Call 1800 703 357. The Ghan offers more than transit between Adelaide to Darwin and vice versa. Onboard you will find sumptuous dining, elegant private cabins, attentive service, and the camaraderie of your fellow travellers.

  17. 7+ Best Australian Train Journeys In 2024 [Top Rated]

    These are the best Australian train trips to suit every traveller. From a few hours to a few days! ... In terms of the worlds longest train journeys, Australia's Indian Pacific is the 21st longest in the world with most of the previous 20 being located in Russia and China. The only Western route that is longer is the The Canadian, from Toronto ...

  18. Spirit of the Outback

    Spirit of the Outback. Head to the heartland of Queensland's outback aboard the Spirit of the Outback. The journey between Brisbane and Longreach offers a unique insight into the history and cultures of Australia. Wonder at the ever-changing landscape - as the train makes its way to and from the very heart of the Queensland Outback.

  19. The best train journeys in Australia for slow travel

    The journey continues along the bottom of Australia, crossing the mindboggling vista of the Nullarbor (meaning no trees) - where the train traverses the world's longest straight stretch of ...

  20. Australia Trains

    Find your train and book train tickets with Rail.Ninja - a global independent online reservation service agency for train tickets. Australia Trains is an unofficial website with verified information about Australian rail network. This website offers comprehensive details on schedules, routes, fares, and more, helping you easily plan your journey.

  21. Luxury train holidays in Australia

    26 hours and 1,300-odd km (808mi) - that's all it takes to see the soul of western Queensland. As the Spirit of the Outback sleeper train chugs inland from Brisbane, lush greenery gives way to a land tinted gold and bronze by the sun. Between the Australiana-themed dining cars serving Queensland produce and the cattle stations stretching to ...