KATOOMBA STEAM TRAIN RIDES

Lithgow to Katoomba (one way trip)
Katoomba to Mt. Victoria round trip shuttles

Sunday 20 August, 2023

ONE WAY Fare

Please Note: Fare is for Lithgow to Katoomba only.

General seating - $30 per person

Your ticket is for open and general seating in a heritage 'FS' or 'N' type non air-conditioned carriage.

SHUTTLE FareS

Please Note: All shuttle fares are for same-day return travel.

Private Compartment - $150 per group

Enjoy the benefit of an entire compartment to yourselves in a heritage 'FS' type non air-conditioned carriage - great for families and social groups! One booking is good for up to a maximum of eight (8) people, including children. Compartments are fitted with tables.

Four Seater Booth - $85 per group

Spacious four seat booth with table in a 'N' type classic non air-conditioned heritage saloon carriage. Booths are fitted with tables.

First Class Duo Non Air-conditioned — $80 for two people

Spacious seating for two in a four seat booth with table in a 'N' type classic non air-conditioned heritage saloon carriage. Booths are fitted with tables.

Full Carriage or Full Train Hire — Call for Quote

There is nothing like the sights and sounds of a steam train thundering through the spectacular Blue Mountains. This August is your opportunity to experience just that. Board in Lithgow for a one way transfer to Katoomba or join one of our hour long shuttles from Katoomba. Perfect for everyone in the family.

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IMPORTANT NOTE:

Please pay special attention to the number and type of seats you have selected before making your purchase.

CARRIAGE INFO

Indicative

Timetable

PLEASE NOTE: Passengers may disembark at Katoomba only on the one way transfer. On Katoomba shuttles your ticket is for the round-trip journey aboard the train only. Passengers on shuttles do not disembark at Mt. Victoria.

20th August 2023

(Lithgow to Katoomba one way or round trip from Katoomba)

One way trip

Lithgow - dep. 08.05am
Katoomba - arr. 09.04am

Shuttle 1

Katoomba - dep. 09.55am
Katoomba - arr. 10.48am

Shuttle 2

Katoomba - dep. 11.05am
Katoomba - arr. 11.55am

Shuttle 3

Katoomba - dep. 13.00pm
Katoomba - arr. 13.49pm

Shuttle 4

Katoomba - dep. 14.04pm
Katoomba - arr. 14.53pm

Shuttle 5

Katoomba - dep. 15.10pm
Katoomba - arr. 15.59pm

NOTE: The locomotive rostered for each service cannot be guaranteed and is subject to change due to operational reasons with or without notice. Your ticket is for the journey and is not dependent on the locomotive advertised.

*Indicative times only. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. An update email will be sent to the ticket booking a couple of days prior to the event with final details. Train departure and arrival times are subject to change at any time. Should anything change on the day the onboard crew will keep you informed.

Buffet Car:

A limited buffet service will be available on this train. In the spirit of The Picnic Train, we encourage passengers to bring their own picnic hampers.

BYO alcohol is allowed, however, large eskys are not permitted.

Babies and Toddlers:

Babies in arms and small toddlers not requiring a booked seat may be brought along at no additional cost.

Prams, wheelchairs and walkers:

Due to space restrictions and for the safety of all aboard, large prams and mobility equipment cannot be taken aboard the train. You may bring a small collapsible pram that can be stored in overhead luggage racks. The pram must be collapsed and ready to bring aboard when the train arrives at the platform. If in doubt please call us for further information.

Toilets:

Toilets are available in most carriages. These will be locked while in metropolitan areas.

Mobile Phones:

There are no charging points on the heritage carriages. It is recommended that you bring an external battery charger for your mobile devices.