Ballarat to Melbourne Transfer - Sunday 24th May 2026
Schedule
Sun May 24 2026 at 08:25 am to 12:56 pm
UTC+10:00Location
Ballarat Railway Station | Ballarat, VI
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Steamrail Victoria invites you to travel on a one-way transfer from Ballarat Station to Newport Station via the Golden Plains and Lal Lal Forest.Tickets and more info - www.trybooking.com/DLGJH
On Sunday 24th May 2026, board our evening steam train transfer for the journey to Melbourne. Our steam locomotives will storm Warrenheip Bank and head towards Newport via Gheringhap. Travel via the freight only line from Ballarat to Geelong, featuring the 440 metre Moorabool Viaduct, historic bluestone stations and bridges and changing landscapes from the golden plains to the heavily forested sections near Lal Lal.
Make use V/Line services between Southern Cross and Ballarat to connect with our one way steam hauled transfer train - Note due to infrastructure works coaches will replace V/Line trains between Melbourne and Ballarat & Newport and North Melbourne.
On Train Services
Our on-train facilities include a kiosk which stocks a range of light refreshments, snacks and hot and cold drinks. A licensed bar will also be operating, serving a range of beers, wines and spirits. A range of souvenirs will also be able for purchase from our on-board store.
BALLARAT
Explore the goldrush city of Ballarat. With the CBD only a few minutes stroll from the station, there are endless cafes, restaurants and attractions to keep everyone well fed & entertained. The Art Gallery of Ballarat and historic buildings such as the 1889 Mining Exchange can be found in close proximity to the station. More things to do in the heart of Ballarat can be found at https://www.visitballarat.com.au/
LOCATION
Ballarat to Newport Transfer - Sunday 24th May 2026,
Departing Ballarat Railway Station (Platform 1) at 6:25pm and arriving at Newport Station at 9:56pm.
CONTACT DETAILS
Steamrail Victoria Inc. email: [email protected]
TIMETABLE
Sunday 24th May 2026 Ballarat to Melbourne Transfer
Ballarat Departure, 6:25pm (via Gheringhap)
North Geelong 'C', 8:08pm - 8:40pm (no platform access)
Newport Arrival, 9:56pm
Tickets and more info - www.trybooking.com/DLGJH
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