Victorian Goldfields Railway

ONLINE BOOKING


PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS PAGE BEFORE CLICKING ON THE TICKET BUTTONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE


SUMMER RUNNING All regular services from 9th January through till the end of February will be hauled by a heritage diesel locomotive - View our Summer Running Policy
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU INTEND TRAVELING TO CASTLEMAINE ON A V/LINE TRAIN Busses will be replacing trains on V/line Southern Cross to Bendigo from 12 to 27 January 2019 inc. There are multiple busses for each departure time.

Weekdays catch 9.14 bus from Southern Cross but ensure you catch the bus running express to Woodend.

Sundays catch 9.02 from Southern Cross but make sure you catch the bus running express to Woodend.

Saturdays catch the 9.02 from Southern Cross but make sure you catch one of 2 busses. Express to Woodend or express to Malmsbury.

We cannot guarantee our 12noon departure will connect with the 9.02 or 9.14 stopping all stations buses from Southern Cross.

Return to Melbourne. Expect possible longer journey times.
SUMMER SPECIAL Book online during summer and you can obtain a 10% discount. Only available until the 24th February 2019.
(Does not include group fares, Cab Rides, or special event trains) Use Promo code SUMMER10 during online booking to receive discount.
GROUP SPECIALS
10-19 passengers 		A substantial discount applies to groups of 10 or more booking online. Receive a 15% when booking online. Note: this special is only available if you book 10 or more passengers in one transaction. Family tickets are not available as they are already heavily discounted.
20 or more passengers Receive a 25% when booking online in one transaction. Note: this special is only available if you book 20 or more passengers in one transaction. Family tickets are not available as they are already heavily discounted. If you have a large group that would like to be seated together, or if you wish to reserve a carriage, please contact our office (03 5470 6658 or info@vgr.com.au) and we will be happy to make the booking for you.
WHEELCHAIRS / DISABLED ACCESS Yes, we have a special Excursion class carriage available for wheelchairs. Please contact our office to check availability: (03) 5470 6658 or info@vgr.com.au

Disabled parking and especially access is limited at Castlemaine Station. Passengers with mobility issues and who are travelling to us by car are advised to drive to Maldon station where there is convenient parking available and easy access to the platform.

HOW TO BOOK ONLINE
  • - Select if you would like to travel First or Excursion class and the Promotion (if applicable).
  • - You will be taken to the booking page. Select the departure and return times and finally the number of passengers and fare type. Select “Add to Cart” and complete the details on the last page.
  • - Please print your voucher (or have it ready on your mobile device) and present it at the station booking office on the day of travel.
  • - Please not that we cannot accept AMEX.
  • - Please ensure you arrive 20-30 minutes prior to departure time.
  • - You can book online up until two hours before travel and you need only show your smartphone receipt at booking window.
TYPES OF FARES
  • - Family fares are available for Excursion class only and are valid for one adult and up to four children or two adults and up to three children.
  • - Child fares apply to ages 4 to 16 years inclusive.
  • - Children under the age of 4 travel free in excursion class only.
  • - Concession fares are available to holders of the following cards: Australian Health Care, Student, Seniors (all states), Companion and Pensioner. The cards will need to be presented before travel.
  • - We are unable to accommodate any infants 3 years and under in our First Class carriages for safety reasons. These age restrictions have been carefully considered in the interests of health and safety and the heritage design as well as our licence obligations. Due to the heritage nature and design of the carriages, we cannot accommodate high chairs, prams or wheelchairs in our First Class carriages.
BOOKING USING A GIFT CERTIFICATE If you hold a gift certificate bookings can be made by clicking the 'BOOK GIFT CERTIFICATES' button at the bottom of this page. You will receive a confirmation of your booking within 48 hours.



BICYCLES There is room for bicycles on our regular trains. They are carried at no charge and are safely stored in the guards van or other carriage vestibule as specified by the conductor.
Any Questions?
 Our FAQ page will answer most of your queries: Visit Page

Still unsure or have a question or a problem? Please contact our office email: info@vgr.com.au
or phone 03 5470 6658

FARES

$ Including gst. - Fares effective from 1st January 2018
 
Adult
Concession
Child
4-16 yrs
Family
2 Adults
&
3 Childn

 
RETURN - Castlemaine & Maldon
Excursion †
50.00
45.00
20.00
110.00

First §
70.00
65.00
65.00
N/A

 
SINGLE - Castlemaine & Maldon
Excursion †
35.00
30.00
15.00
85.00

First §
50.00
45.00
45.00
N/A

 
  § -- our superbly refurbished lounge and parlour cars with bar and airconditioning. First Class is available on all trains.
  † excursion Class travel is available on all VGR trains.




Book Tickets Here - Please click on the 'Ticket' appropriate to your booking


BOOK RETURN TICKETS HERE
FIRST CLASS               



EXCURSION CLASS               



BOOK ONE WAY TICKETS HERE       



BOOK GIFT CERTFICATES HERE       



BOOK SPECIAL EXCURSION TRAINS HERE During 2019 we have several Special Excursion trains, these are on some Saturdays during the year as well as Melbourne Cup Day - these run to a unique timetable. This option is ONLY available on the dates listed. Tickets can be booked by following the links below.


23rd March, 27th April, 25th May, 15th June, 24th July, 17th August, 14th September, 12th October, 5th November & 23rd November ONLY