Gulflander
Multiple Locations

Indicative Rate* $107.00 to $107.00 Return

07 4745 1391
gulflander@qr.com.au
www.gulflander.com.au

Description

The Gulflander is the historic rail experience that is famous for going from ""nowhere to nowhere"". Venturing from Normanton on the remote Gulf of Carpentaria the train travels to Croydon 140 kilometres away each week. This is old gold territory with a history to match the incredible terrain. The railway is heritage listed and the only line in Queensland still measured in miles.

Opened in 1891 to join Normanton to the teeming goldfields, the line has never been linked to the main Queensland Rail network. But these minor oddities don't concern the hundreds of passionate advocates of the Gulflander, they only add to the appeal as the ""Tin Hare"" rattles its way across the Savannah country. Today the Gulflander is a tourism icon and working tribute to the early pioneers of the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Old RM93 is the longest serving railmotor the line has seen and one of only a few still running in Australia. Built in 1950 it provides a unique experience where you can sit up with the driver and take in his view of this rugged lane. With abundant wildlife and distinctive geography to observe this is much more than a rail journey.

Property Details

Facilities

• Car park
• Checkin Desk
• Public Telephone
• Public Toilet
• Public Transport
• Waiting Area

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome. Children are classified as between four and 14 years of age.

Disabled:
Guests with a disability are catered for please contact Normanton Station for further details.

Cancellation Information:
Cancellation policy applies to any confirmed ticket. Please contact Normanton Station to discuss your requirements.
Schedules may vary due to climatic or track maintenance.

Further Details:
Normanton is home for the Gulflander and the prominent station building is a grand structure and well worth a visit for its little museum and assortment of interesting artefacts.

Tariff Information:
Gulflander pension/senior rates available for Australian residents only, student rate available for Australian students with current identification.

Gulflander

Drivers of the Gulflander are accredited Savannah Guides. During your journey you will learn about the diverse Gulf landscape and its rich past. Fascinating trivia, species identification, amusing stories and colourful characters, staff aboard the Gulflander will keep you entertained throughout. The man behind the train, Ken Fairburn who as well as driving the Gulflander, fulfils the roles of Officer in Charge, Normanton and Croydon Station Master Ticket Clerk, Gardener as well as providing a trackside commentary on each departure!

Transport Service Departs From

• Croydon
  
• Normanton
  

Transport Service Travels To

• Normanton
  
• Croydon
  

Indicative Rates *

From	To	Inclusions
$107.00	$107.00	Return Derived from 1 person rate.