DUNGOG PICNIC TRAIN

Maitland to Dungog (return)

Saturday 24th August, 2024
Sunday 25th August, 2024

Fares

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

Private Compartment - $360 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 - $250 per group

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

Group of 4 Seating - Air Conditioned Lounge Car* - $250 per group

Four Seats together in an Air Conditioned Lounge Car

Single Ticket — $85 per person

Travel for a single person in a 'N' type classic non air-conditioned heritage saloon carriage, sharing a table with up to 3 other passengers.

Full Carriage or Full Train Hire — Call for Quote

*These cars do not include picnic tables

Experience the romance of steam on a half day trip from Maitland to Dungog and return.Your journey begins at Maitland Railway Station and travels along the scenic North Coast line.

The town centre in Dungog is a short walk from the railway station and you will have ample time to visit this delightful country town before the return trip to Maitland. The trip is ideal for small and big children alike!

At Dungog you will also have time to see the steam locomotive up close, speak to the drivers and crew and see just what it takes to make it all happen.

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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 Dungog. Your ticket is for the round-trip journey aboard the same train only.

Saturday 24th August 2024

Sunday 25th August 2024

(Maitland to Dungog return)

Morning Journey

Maitland - dep. 08.25am
Dungog - arr. 09.30am
Dungog - dep. 10.50am
Maitland - arr. 12.20pm

Afternoon Journey

Maitland - dep. 12.45pm
Dungog - arr. 1.40pm
Dungog - dep. 3.45pm
Maitland - arr. 5.15pm

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.

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You'll wonder why you've never been!

Location

We suggest calling ahead to local restaurants and cafes to pre-order to save waiting or missing out.

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Buffet Car:

Our buffet car will be available for light snacks and drinks. We encourage passengers to bring their own picnic hampers.

BYO alcohol is allowed and can also be purchased from the Buffet Car.

The Picnic Train is now a licensed venue. We have obligations under our Plan of Management to ensure the safety of passengers. Whilst the Plan of Management and the liquor license act are available should anyone wish to review, some important conditions are
* Alcohol will not be sold to persons under 18 and our team is trained to request proof of age.
* There are maximum limits in place, our team is trained to deny serving alcohol where appropriate.
* No Alcohol is to be taken or consumed off the train.

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.