Victorian Goldfields Railway
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Welcome

Running through the Goldfields of Central Victoria, the Victorian Goldfields Railway brings to you the experience of Steam Train Travel. Linking the historic towns of Castlemaine and Maldon, your train takes you through Box-Iron Bark forest in a region that saw some of the richest gold mining in Australia.

Use the links above to find the information you need about the Victorian Goldfields Railway, the operating days, train times and the range of experiences we offer. For further information, please contact our Marketing Office on (03) 5470 6658


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Steam Trains for Kids

All Aboard for Family Fun! - 14th & 15th April

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Steam Trains For Kids is a great family railway event to finish off the school holidays. The youngsters will certainly have something to tell their classmates about when they return to school.
All ages can enjoy this great day with something to interest young and old.
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VGR receives New Engine

D3 619 has arrived at its new home on the VGR after spending many years in various places around Bendigo. D3 619 was moved to Maldon by road along with a Louvre Van (VZVA 247) on Thursday 5th January 2012

D3 619 Touching Down on VGR Metals

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Great Steam Train Experience Gift Packages
- for all occasions

Solve your Gift problems with a great steam train experience for friends, clients, workmates or family.

Something unique and memorable. A range of experiences available. Attractive, personalized Gift Certificates.
Check them out on our Gift ideas page.


VGR First Class Service
- available on all normal services

For additional style, sophistication and ambience, VGR's First Class Service is without peer in today's world of bland travel options.

A world away from your daily commuter train, First Class offers the choice of our finely restored Art Nouveau 1919 Parlor Car Tambo or the cosy 1960s style retro buffet car Lowanna.

Whichever you choose, you will travel in great comfort and enjoy the option of a full licensed beverage and light meal service provided to your seat by uniformed stewards.

If you thought stylish travel was a distant memory and tourist railways are only for children, then prepare to surprise yourself with our First Class experience.


Both Excursion and First Class are available on all VGR Trains

See the fares
First Class Elegance - The choice is yours

V/Line Connection

Contemporary and Heritage Rail Experience in One Day

Catch the fast V/line train service to Castlemaine, then take the VGR Steam Train to Maldon to enjoy two very different railway experiences in the one day.
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