About
Ride australia's oldest steam train & dangle your legs out the window!
Why go
- Feels like stepping onto platform nine and three quarters
- A magical steam train experience that feels like being transported to Hogwarts or Narnia
- A scenic steam train ride through the Dandenong Ranges, offering a beautiful escape
Must try
- Dangle your legs out of the train
- Ride the Train of Lights
- Belgrave to Lakeside route
- Sit on the right side for best views
- Watch it cross the Trestle Bridge
Pro tips
- Book tickets at least a month in advance
- Arrive 30-40 minutes before departure
- Choose the journey from Belgrave Station
- Park at Belgrave Station
- Allow 4 hours for the full experience
Good to know
- Tickets sell out quickly
- Wear old clothes as soot can fall in your eyes
- Avoid rainy days for window sitting
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (9599 reviews)
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4:30 PM |
Phone: +61 3 9757 0700