Highlands Picnic Train
Date:
Saturday, 15 April 2023
For the first time in history, travel behind ex-Victorian Railways R Class locomotive, R766 double-heading with ex-NSW Railways 59 Class locomotive, 5917. Diesel 42107 will haul our train from Sydney Terminal or Strathfield to Enfield where we will swap it for our 2 steam locomotives. Sit back and relax as our loco's work hard up the beautiful Southern Highlands to Goulburn arriving at Lunch time. You will have 3 hours in Goulburn for lunch and to visit the town before our return Journey to Sydney. This will be the first time R766 as lead a passenger train in the Sydney area.
Fares:
Please Note: All fares are for same-day return travel.
Private Compartment — $550 per group
Enjoy the benefits of an entire compartment to yourselves — great for families and social groups!
One booking is good for up to a maximum of eight (8) people, including children.
Four Seat Booth — $400 per booth
Four seat booth with a table in a heritage saloon carriage.
First Class Duo — $280 for two people
Window seating for two people in a classic heritage carriage
First Class Single — $140 per person
Single seat ticket in a First Class lounge carriage, with access to the buffet and bar service.
Full Carriage Hire — Call for Quote
Timetable*:
Outbound Journey
- Sydney Terminal dep 7.00am
- Strathfield dep 07.10am
- Goulburn arr 12.05pm
Return Journey
- Goulburn dep 3.20pm
- Strathfield arr 7.45pm
- Sydney Terminal arr 8.00pm
*Approximate times only. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. An event update email will be sent to the ticket bookings a couple of days prior to the event with final trip details.
Buffet Car:
A buffet car will be available, With a small selection of Light snacks, Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol is allowed, however, large eskys will not be permitted
Babies and Toddlers:
Babies in arms and small toddlers not requiring a booked seat may be brought along at no additional cost.
Toilets:
Toilets are available in all carriages.
Mobile Phones:
There are limited charging points on the heritage equipment. It is recommended that you bring an external battery charger for your mobile devices.
Motive Power:
Steam locomotives R766 and 5917 are planned to double-head this tour in both directions from Enfield to Goulburn. Diesel 42107 will lead the train from Sydney Terminal to Enfield
Location:
Sydney Central Station
Eddy Avenue , Sydney NSW
Contact Details: