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Swanbank Collier Train Ride

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Updated: Sep 18, 2025

All aboard the vintage diesel train of the Swanbank Collier Train Ride for a nostalgic return train ride departing from historic Swanbank's charming refurbished station.

Interior of vintage train carriage Swanbank Collier Train Ride

Passengers will travel in heritage timber carriages dating back to the early 1900s hauled by a diesel locomotive for the historic journey, which passes through bushland and relics of mining scenery, including the Box Flat mining disaster site.

Swanbank Collier train travelling past lake on the Swanbank Collier Train Ride

On arrival at Racecourse, there's a quick turnaround before trundling back to Swanbank past paddocks of horses and quaint miners cottages at the base of Castle Hill. 

Back at Swanbank Station, you can grab a bite to eat from visiting food truck Yomigo's Kitchen and take time to browse the shop.

Good to know - The service runs twice monthly on Saturdays. Check the QPSR website for upcoming dates. 

Need to know - The journey takes 75 mins return. Concession holders must bring valid concession card. Infants aged 2 and under travel for free,

Swanbank Collier Train Ride

Departing Swanbank Station 

Swanbank Coal Rd

Swanbank

Saturdays twice monthly 9am, 11am, 1pm

A$26.50

Conc, Child (3-15) $16.50

Family (2A + 2C) $63.27

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