Kuranda Scenic Railway |
This famous railway winds its way on a journey from Cairns to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest, with Freshwater situated along the line with views of the surrounding mountains.
Rising from sea level to 328m, the journey to Kuranda passes spectacular waterfalls and into the stunning Barron Gorge.
The journey includes an English commentary and all passengers receive a commentary companion which includes information on the history of the railways construction, a trip map and a map of Kuranda.
Upon reaching the village of Kuranda a rich assortment of interesting attractions and unique shopping experiences awaits you.
The Kuranda Scenic Railway operates daily all year, except Christmas Day. Schedules may occasionally vary due to climatic or track maintenance demands.
EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE RAIL JOURNEYS IN AUSTRALIA. DISCOVERING THE LIVING COLOUR AND NATURAL BEAUTY OF A WORLD HERITAGE-LISTED RAINFOREST THAT'S MILLIONS OF YEARS OLD.
Far North Queensland's World Heritage-Listed rainforest, The Wet Tropics, are amongst the oldest on earth and home to an incredible array of plants and animals.
Timetables
To Kuranda (daily)
Station Service times
Cairns 8.30am (departure) 9.30am (departure)
Freshwater 8.55am (departure) 9.55 am (departure)
Kuranda 10.25am (arrival) 11.25am (arrival)
From Kuranda (daily)
Station Service times
Kuranda 2.00pm (departure) 3.30pm (departure)
Freshwater 3.32pm (arrival) 5.02pm (arrival)
Cairns 3.55pm (arrival) 5.25pm (arrival)
The Queensland Rail Group including Queensland Rail and Queensland Rail Limited
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ Kuranda Scenic Railway
❊ Also See.. ❊
➼ Cairns Railway Station
➼ Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
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