Where does the Gulflander train go?
Where does the Gulflander train go?
Croydon line
The Gulflander is a passenger train operated by Queensland Rail on the isolated Normanton to Croydon line in the Gulf Country of northern Queensland, Australia.
Where does the Gulflander travel to and from?
Normanton to Croydon From wetlands and grasslands to arid Savannah territory, the Gulflander travels through countryside that most people will never see. This nostalgic rail journey is the perfect way to discover an area steeped in pioneering history and heritage.
How long does it take the Gulflander to travel from Normanton to Croydon?
five hour
Gulflander packages. To discover all that the Gulflander has to offer, take your pick of these great package experiences. View our Gulflander brochure (PDF, 5.3MB)! Take the Classic Experience across the Savannah with a relaxed five hour journey from Normanton to Croydon and/or return.
How old is the Gulflander train?
One of a kind With an innovative sleeper design, seasonal flood waters flow over the line to lessen flood damage. A testament to the ingenuity of this design, today much of the original rail and sleepers laid between 1888 and 1891 still remain.
What days does the Gulflander train run?
The Gulflander runs weekly:
- Departs Normanton on Wednesday 8.30am.
- Departs Croydon on Thursday 8.30am.
Is the Gulflander running?
The Gulflander is currently running on a limited service, visit their website for more information as services resume.
Is the road from Normanton to Burketown sealed?
The Burketown Normanton Road is an unsealed road in Queensland. The Burketown Normanton Road’s highest elevation along its length is 47.2m (highlight point | zoom to point) and the lowest point is at 2.75m (highlight point | zoom to point).
Where does the Savannah train go?
The Savannahlander travels the 850 km return trip between Cairns and Forsayth once a week between March and November. The train stops at three different outback towns for the night (Almaden, Forsayth and Mt Surprise) giving passengers the opportunity to enjoy the sights and visit some interesting places.
Do you need 4WD for Savannah Way?
Between Normanton and Borroloola, the Savannah Way is unsealed and suitable for 4WD vehicles only. Today, you will take on this section of the route, stopping overnight at Hell’s Gate Roadhouse. On the road, make a stop at Burketown, especially if you fancy throwing a line in.
Are there crocs in Burketown?
If you’re lucky you might get to see crocs sunning themselves below on the rocks. Just around the corner, quite literally is Leichhardt Falls, 70km from Burketown. These seasonal falls provide the perfect spot for camping, which is FREE!
What is a Gulflander rail journey?
From wetlands and grasslands to arid Savannah territory, the Gulflander travels through countryside that most people will never see. This nostalgic rail journey is the perfect way to discover an area steeped in pioneering history and heritage.
How long does it take to travel the Gulflander Savannah?
View our Gulflander brochure (PDF, 5.3MB)! Take the Classic Experience across the Savannah with a relaxed five hour journey from Normanton to Croydon and/or return. From May to September (excluding Wednesday & Thursday) the Gulflander operates a series of two hour tours from Normanton to Critters Camp.
How long are the Gulflander tours?
From May to September (excluding Wednesday & Thursday) the Gulflander operates a series of two hour tours from Normanton to Critters Camp. These tours operate most other days according to demand and departure times do vary.
What makes the Gulflander a tourism icon?
Originally built to connect the once bustling river port of Normanton with the rich gold fields of Croydon, today the Gulflander is a tourism icon. From wetlands and grasslands to the arid Savannah, the 1950 railmotor, also known as the ‘Tin Hare’, ventures through countryside that most people would never see.
