Date:

Sunday, 25th May 2025

Join us for a special diesel hauled trip out on our signature Picnic Train journey from Sydney to Kiama and return.

Settle back in your heritage carriage as the train leaves the Sydney suburbs behind and travels through the Royal National Park. Take in the spectacular views of the coastline along the way to the seaside town of Kiama.

Hauling the Kiama Picnic Train™ will be a Heritage diesel locomotive. 

After arrival at Kiama, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the many charms of this picturesque coastal town. Take a walk up to the famous Kiama Blowhole, relax at the surf beach or browse the many stores.

If lunching in Kiama, please book beforehand to avoid disappointment.

Fares:

Please Note: All fares are for same-day return travel.

Private Compartment — $550 per group

Enjoy the benefits of an entire compartment to yourselves — great for families and social groups!

One booking is good for up to a maximum of eight (8) people.

Four Seat Booth — $360 per group

Four seat booth with a table in a heritage saloon carriage.

Group of 4 - Air Conditoned Lounge* — $360 per group

Group of 4 seating in an aircontioned lounge carriage.

Single Tickets — $110 Per Person

Single Ticket at a shared table of 2 or 4

Full Carriage Hire — Call for Quote

*These carriages do not have a picnic table

Timetable*:

Southbound Journey

• Tempe - dep. 09.30am 

• Sutherland - dep. 10.20am 

• Wollongong - dep. 11.40am

• Kiama - arr. 12.35pm

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Northbound Journey

• Kiama - dep. 4.20pm 

• Wollongong - arr. 5.10pm 

• Sutherland - arr. 6.50pm

• Tempe - arr. 7.15pm

*Approximate times only. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. An event update email will be sent to the ticket bookings a couple of days prior to the event with final trip details.

Buffet Car:

Our buffet car will be available for light snacks and drinks. We encourage passengers to bring their own picnic hampers.

BYO alcohol is allowed and can also be purchased from the Buffet Car.

The Picnic Train is now a licensed venue.  We have obligations under our Plan of Management to ensure the safety of passengers.  Whilst the Plan of Management and the liquor license act are available should anyone wish to review, some important conditions are
* Alcohol will not be sold to persons under 18 and our team is trained to request proof of age.
* There are maximum limits in place, our team is trained to deny serving alcohol where appropriate.
* No Alcohol is to be taken or consumed off the train.

BYO alcohol is allowed, however, large eskys will not be permitted

Babies and Toddlers:

Babies in arms and small toddlers may be brought along at no additional cost. Babies and toddlers must be nursed and not occupy a booked seat. 

Toilets:

Toilets are available in all carriages.

Mobile Phones:

There are limited charging points on the heritage equipment. It is recommended that you bring an external battery charger for your mobile devices.

Motive Power:

One of our Heritage Diesels is planned for the journey.

Location:

Tempe, Sutherland & Wollongong Station

Contact Details:

Contact Event Organiser