Bendigo Steam Train Rides - 6th - 9th June 2025

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• Steamrail Victoria invites you to ride on our historical steam train shuttles from Bendigo for a journey behind steam locomotive R711 and vintage diesel locomotive S301.
  Alternatively travel on a one-way day transfer from Melbourne to Bendigo or Bendigo to Melbourne. 

Bendigo Steam Train Rides - Sunday 8th & MONday 9th June
Join us for our Bendigo Steam Train Shuttles for a 55 minute return steam train ride from Bendigo Railway Station.
Wave to the Bendigo locals and the lineside photographers while we take you back in time aboard The Vintage Train. Our shuttle trips run 20km north to the country hamlet of Woodvale, known for its gold mining activities since 1852. Stopping in the centre of the area's lush farming plains, our steam locomotive will then return us to Bendigo Station at high speed. 
Take a seat in our heritage compartment style carriages with beautiful wood veneer panelling, pressed tin ceilings and opening windows to fully experience the steam era!
Come along for a ride on The Vintage Train for a fun family day out through Northern Victoria.

• Melbourne - Bendigo Transfer Trains - Friday 6th June and MONday 9th June
  Board our transfer train for the journey from Melbourne to Bendigo on Friday, or returning to Melbourne on Monday. Both transfer trains will pick up and set down at Southern Cross Station for connections with V/Line and Metro Trains services. R711 will be accompanied by S301 to haul our 700 tonne train out of Melbourne and up the almost 160 year old line to Bendigo. Take in the sights and sounds of the locomotives working hard through the forests as we climb the Great Dividing Range and through the tunnels at Elphinstone and Big Hill. Admire stunning views of central Victoria as the train traverses the 120 foot high viaduct above the town of Taradale, constructed in 1862. Arriving in Bendigo at approximately 3:33pm, our volunteer crew will stable the train as you enjoy what Bendigo has to offer for the afternoon. Make your way home via a V/Line train at your leisure, or make a long weekend of it, returning with us via steam on Monday afternoon after a busy long weekend in Bendigo. Tickets are available for either one way travel to, or from Bendigo, or for return travel at a reduced fare.
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• Our on-train facilities include a kiosk which stocks a range of light refreshments, snacks and hot and cold drinks. A licensed bar will also be operating, serving a range of beers, wines and spirits. A range of souvenirs will also be able for purchase from our on-board store.
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TIMETABLE
You should ensure you are at the departure station at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised departure time. Please double check departure times the day prior to travelling as they can be subject to minor change.

Melbourne to Bendigo Transfer - Friday 6th JuneSouthern Cross Departure, 11:32am
Bendigo Arrival, 3:33pm

Bendigo Steam Train Rides - Sunday 8th June
Bendigo Departure, 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm (Platform 2)
Bendigo Arrival, 11:20am, 12:20pm, 1:20pm, 3:20pm, 4:20pm

Bendigo Steam Train Rides -  Monday 9th June
Bendigo Departure, 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm (Platform 2)
Bendigo Arrival, 11:20am, 12:20pm, 1:20pm

Bendigo to Melbourne Transfer - Monday 9th June
Bendigo Departure, 3:40pm (Platform 2)
Southern Cross Arrival, 7:09pm

V/Line Connections are available for Melbourne Passengers to join all Steamrail tours departing Bendigo - please plan ahead using the PTV Journey Planner.

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Explore the goldrush city of Bendigo. With the CBD only a few minutes stroll from the station, there are endless cafes, restaurants and attractions to keep everyone well fed & entertained. The Bendigo Art Gallery, one of Australia's oldest and largest regional galleries can be found in close proximity to the station.

The Bendigo Community Farmers Market is on Saturday, with high quality, freshly harvested produce, in season, in a traditional, market square atmosphere. Located at 227 Breen Street, Golden Square, from 9:00am to 12:30pm.

Fiesta Bendigo is taking place with events in celebration of Frida Kahlo: In her own image, an Australian exclusive exhibition open now at Bendigo Art Gallery.

Bendigo Town Hall Tours are held at 11:00am on Sunday. Restored in 2003, see decorative plaster adorned with 22 carat gold leaf, befitting a European palace, holding the stories of a city built on gold. Your guide will take you on a journey throughout including the opportunity to explore the current city council chambers, which would not be complete without spending a moment at the Mayor's table. Bookings can be made online.

The Bendigo Showgrounds Market will be on Sunday, one of country Victoria’s biggest and best weekly markets. 8.30am to 2.00pm at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds in Holmes Road, Bendigo.

More things to do in the heart of Bendigo can be found at www.bendigoregion.com.au

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  LOCATION
• Melbourne to Bendigo Transfer - Friday 6th June Southern Cross Station (Platform 3)
  Bendigo Steam Train Rides - Sunday 8th June -  Monday 9th June - Bendigo Railway Station (Platform 2)
  Bendigo to Melbourne Transfer - Monday 9th June - Bendigo Railway Station (Platform 2)
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  Don't forget to book our other journeys at Bendigo and Echuca as part of the Bendigo Steam Weekend!
• Melbourne to Bendigo Transfer - Friday 6th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEMO
• Echuca Overlander - Bendigo to Echuca Day Trip - Saturday 7th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEXD
• Echuca Steam Train Rides - Saturday 7th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEXB
• Bendigo Steam Train Rides - Sunday 8th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEMO
• Bendigo Steam Train Rides -  Monday 9th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEMO
• Bendigo to Melbourne Transfer - Monday 9th June
  Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/DBEMO

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• CONTACT DETAILS

  Steamrail Victoria Inc. 03 9397 1953 (Monday to Friday 9am until 3pm) or email info@steamrail.com.au
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• FARES

  Bendigo Steam Train Rides
  Adult $35
  Under 17 $15
  Family $86 (2 adults and 2 children)
  Under 3 $0

  Melbourne - Bendigo and Bendigo - Melbourne Transfers
  Adult One Way $68
  SRV Member One Way $55 - Become a Steamrail Member to save - www.steamrail.com.au/membership
  Under 17 One Way $41
  Under 3 $0

  Adult Return $115
  SRV Member Return $95 - Become a Steamrail Member to save - www.steamrail.com.au/membership
  Under 17 Return $73
  Under 3 $0

   

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