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Puffing Billy Steam Railway

Transport
 
Address
Old Monbulk Rd
Belgrave VIC 3160
Phone
03 9757 0700
Fax
03 9757 0705
Email
info@pbr.org.au
Web
http://www.puffingbilly.com.au

Enjoy a ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's oldest steam railway and one of the finest preserved steam railways in the world. Travel 24 kilometres through the beautiful forests and fern gullies from Belgrave, only one hour east of Melbourne, to Emerald Lake Park and Gembrook.

Recapture the romance and charm of the bygone days of steam on Puffing Billy, which also offers first class travel and dining experiences with the daily 'Steam & Cuisine' luncheon train and 'The Devonshire Journey' afternoon tea train.   Alternatively, travel on our dinner trains available on most Friday and Saturday evenings.

The open-sided carriages are the best way to see the stunning views. You can catch the train at any of the stations along the way or just watch the train go by from one of the station's refreshment rooms.

Puffing Billy is the last of the experimental narrow-gauge railway lines built at the turn of the 20th century. It is easily accessible by public transport from Melbourne. Tours are offered by all major day tour operators.

Opening Hours
Daily
9:00am 5:00pm
Except Christmas Day.
Transport Pricing Information:
Type Valid
From
Valid
To
Price
From
($AUD)
GST
Inc.?
Prices From 26/12/07 6/4/09 $37.00 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Adult to Lakeside Return
Prices To 26/12/07 6/4/09 $75.00 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Family (2Adults, 3Children) to Lakeside and return
Prices From 26/12/07 6/4/09 $32.50 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Adult to Gembrook Return
Prices To 26/12/07 6/4/09 $99.00 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Family (2Adults, 3Children) to Gembrook and return
Bookings are not necessary unless travelling on the Luncehon Special. Good idea to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Adult 26/12/07 6/4/09 $70.50 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
3 course dinner some drinks on Friday evenings
Adult 26/12/07 6/4/09 $81.00 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
3 course dinner some drinks on Saturday evenings
The Night Train is our wine and dine train to the historic Packing Shed at Emerald. Entertainment is included. Complimentary drinks are included on the train but drinks are purchased at the Packing Shed from a good range.

Adult 26/12/07 6/4/09 $49.50 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Travel and devonshire tea
Adult 26/12/07 6/4/09 $60.50 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Travel and hills deli plate or quiche with devonshire tea or wraps or vegetarian lunch
Adult 26/12/07 6/4/09 $70.50 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Travel and gourmet antipasta plate
Child 26/12/07 6/4/09 $35.00 Yes
Transport Type: RETURN
Travel and childrens lunch box meal
The Luncheon Special train departs daily from Belgrave. Travel includes First Class accommodation with soup and tea and coffee. Drinks are available for purchase. Concessions and children are less 10%.

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Payment Methods Accepted
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Activities
  • Train Ride
Property Facilities
Kiosk  Range of take away food and drinks available
Picnic Area  Picnic and barbeque facilities are available at Emerald Lake Park and Gembrook
Public Telephone  Available at Belgrave station
Public Toilet  All main stations have toilet facilities
Sheltered Area  Available at Emerald Lake Park
Affiliations / Chains
  • Yarra Ranges Regional Marketing
Memberships
  • Australian Tourism Commission
  • Inbound Tour Operators Association
  • Tourism Alliance Victoria