Upcoming Events
Welcome to the Victorian Goldfields Railway; the authentic steam heritage train linking the historic gold mining towns of Castlemaine and Maldon in Central Victoria.
Enjoy a family day out or treat yourself and travel in our elegant first class carriages as you travel through the central Victorian Goldfields.
STEAM IS BACK!! From 17th April 2021
After a slight delay in getting our Steam Locomotive repaired, it'll be back in action from this Saturday - 17th April 2021 - we've still got tickets available on all upcoming trains, book now before you miss out.
Check out this blog for things to do during your visit to Maldon
What's on this Week & Latest News
- We have a revised one train timetable as we return to Covid Normal Operations - Departing from Castlemaine at 11.30am and Maldon from 2.45pm - Giving 2.5hrs in Maldon to enjoy it's many delights. - running on Sundays and Wednesdays
- Bookings are required. - Book Online
You can book online up until 5pm the day before travel and you need only show your smartphone receipt at booking window - please contact us at info@vgr.com.au or 03 5470 6658 if you have any queries
ONE WAY TRAVEL Please contact us via PH: (03) 5470 6658 or email: info@vgr.com.au to book one way fares
| Saturday April 17th | Normal Timetable - STEAM HAULED - Our steam locomotive is back in action! |
| Sunday April 18th | Normal Timetable - STEAM HAULED |
| Wednesday April 21st | Normal Timetable - STEAM HAULED |
| Saturday April 24th | Ales on Rails & Victorian Colonial Express & Excursion Travel - Seats Available |
| Sunday April 25th | Normal Timetable - STEAM HAULED |
| Wednesday April 28th | Normal Timetable - STEAM HAULED |
What Days do Trains Run? Visit Page
- as we return from Covid, from the 29th November our steam train will run on Sundays only.
- we will be only have 1 return trip from Castlemaine to Maldon
- trains connect with V/Line fast trains to and from Melbourne at Castlemaine station. View V/line timetables - PLEASE NOTE: V/LINE HAVE RECENTLY CHANGED TIMETABLES - PLEASE ENSURE YOUR TRAIN WILL ARRIVE AT CASTLEMAINE BEFORE 11.30am
- regular event trains run on many Saturdays. See Upcoming Events panel on this page for links to those. Note most event trains require pre booking.
Which Ticket is Best for Me?
Great Family fun
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- take the kids for a memorable day out
- watch the world go by from your family compartment
- open the windows
- spot the kangaroos
- listen to the engine huff and puff up the hills
- children aged 3 and under travel at no charge
When the journey is as important as the destination
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- step back in time to an era of elegance and decadence
- ride in Edwardian splendour or art deco elegance
- purchase a drink from the fully equipped bar
- end viewing platform on our parlour car
- sorry we are unable to accommodate children aged 3 and under
Ride With the Driver Visit Page - Limited Capacity - please contact info@vgr.com.au to check availability
- get up close and personal in the engine cab
- you can drive one of our heritage steam or diesel locomotives on your own private goods train
- live the dream!
- add to your bucket list
Any Questions?
Our FAQ page will answer most of your queries:
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