the information in this presentation has been designed to
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The information in this presentation has been designed to increase your knowledge of
Queensland Rail Travel, and its train journeys. Whether your customers are a first time
train traveller or an experienced train enthusiast, a Queensland Rail journey is the
perfect way to create unforgettable memories.
Overview
Network Map
Step on board and travel in comfort
to a range of destinations. Each
journey will have you discovering
Queensland from the rainforest to the
reef and the city to the outback.
Queensland Rail Travel is Australia’s
most comprehensive rail network with
five long distance services and two
tourist trains.
The perfect Outback Queensland experience begins on board the Spirit of the
Outback, a journey through ever-changing scenery and rugged terrain between
Brisbane and Longreach, with two weekly return services.
The Spirit of the Outback travels across an array of landscapes and the towns rich in
pioneering history. Pass through the heritage towns of Blackwater, Emerald and
Barcaldine, before arriving in the heart of the Queensland Outback, Longreach. From
Longreach, venture further into the outback and delve into the prehistoric age of the
dinosaurs at Winton or discover the vast sunburnt desert surrounding Birdsville.
A RailBus Coach Connection is available from Longreach to Winton.
Frequency and Timetable
Route: Brisbane to Longreach
Distance: 1325kms
Duration: 24hrs
Departs Brisbane:
Tuesday at 6:10pm and Saturday at 1:55pm
Departs Longreach:
Monday and Thursday at 10:00am
Sleeper Accommodation
First Class Sleeper• A private cabin with a seat by day
• Single lower bed at night with pillow, linen, blanket and towel
• Amenity pack with Queensland organic and sustainable products
• Wash basin and vanity unit, reading light, wardrobe and 240 volt power adapter
• Showers and toilets located at the end of each carriage
• Drinking fountains in each carriage
• Personal entertainment tablets with Movies, TV programs, music and commentary
Sleeper by Night
Tuckerbox Restaurant
First Class all-inclusive meals
• Traditional dining car experience
• Chef prepared meals
• Hot or Continental Breakfast
• 2 course lunch
• 3 course dinner
• High Tea
• Gluten free and vegetarian options available
Dining Experience
Sample Dinner Menu
~ Starter ~Home-made damper with a trio of dips
~ Main ~Kilcoy Beef Striploin Roast
Served with roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables
finished with a Sirromet Red Wine Gravy
Pork Tenderloin
Served with a Sweet Potato Mash, seasonal vegetables
and a grain Mustard Sauce
Roast Chicken
Served with roast potato, seasonal Vegetables
and a traditional gravy
Cous Cous
With a Spiced Vegetable & Chick pea casserole
~ Dessert ~
Yandina Brandy Snap
Crunch ginger brandy snap served with a rich Crème Brûlée
Anzac Apple and Blackberry Crumble
Served with a creamy custard
Shearers Rest
Shearers Rest
• An exclusive lounge area for First Class
customers to sit back, relax with a cool beverage
and just watch the scenery go by.
• A range of light refreshments and beverages can
be purchased throughout the journey.
Economy Seat
Economy Seat
• Reclinable travel seat facing the direction of travel
• Double configuration seating
• Reading light, fold down table and foot rest
• Overhead lockers and luggage racks available
▪ Showers and toilets located at the end of each
carriage
▪ Drinking fountain located in each carriage
Shearers Rest Servery
A seasonal menu provides a selection of hot meals,
light refreshments and beverages for Economy
customers to purchase along the way. Gluten free and
vegetarian options available.
Carriage Layout
First Class Sleeper
Carriage6 First Class Twin Sleepers
2 First Class Single Sleepers
Economy Seat Carriage48 Economy Seats
< Direction of Travel
NB. From 13 January 2018 - Carriage E - Economy Single Sleepers will be removed
from aboard the Spirit of the Outback for scheduled maintenance.
Destinations
Longreach
Soak up the history and heritage in the legendary
township of Longreach.
• Visit the local attractions including the Australian
Stockman's Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders
Museum, Powerhouse Museum and a wealth of
entertainment and friendly hospitality.
• Discover unique flora and fauna and marvel at the
diversity of landscapes in all seasons.
• Hop aboard a Cobb & Co. stagecoach for a town
tour
• Take a sunset cruise along the mighty Thomson
River, some of which are on historic paddle steamers
with a camp oven dinner under the stars.
• Visit a historic homestead and enjoy a ‘cuppa’ at one
of the local working sheep or cattle stations.
Destinations
Winton
Winton is the Dinosaur Capital of Australia, home of Waltzing
Matilda and Queensland’s Boulder Opal; abundant in nature,
culture and heritage.
• Tour the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum to see a real dinosaur laboratory in action and meet our prehistoric giants.
• Visit the Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park , the world’s only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede.
• The Waltzing Matilda Centre is the only museum in the world dedicated to a song.
• The historic open-air Royal Theatre offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the movies the old-fashioned way – laid back in canvas seats under the stars.
• Bladensburg National Park offers stunning examples of the landscapes of Winton Shire, from sweeping mitchell grass downs to breath-taking gorges and jump-ups.
• Visit the Qantilda Museum which is dedicated to the pioneering history of Winton.
Destinations
Barcaldine
Filled with history, colour and a strong representation of
aboriginal culture. It is often referred to as the Garden City of
the West, due to its beautiful gardens and wide tree-lined
streets.
The town is well known for the Tree of Knowledge memorial,
located outside the railway station in Barcaldine, a historic
reminder of the 1891 Shearers Strike.
Emerald
Emerald is a large, modern country town that was established
in 1879 as a base for the building of the western railway. It is
the gateway to the Sapphire Gemfields.
Go exploring from Emerald to Carnarvon Gorge, with
spectacular gorge systems of towering white cliffs and lush
forests.
Our Customers
Train travellers are
✓ Wanting to see more of Australia.
✓ Taking the time to relax and explore
✓ Including a rail journey as part of a holiday
to Cairns, Whitsundays, Longreach and
Fraser Coast.
✓ Travelling to see family, friends or to an
event across Queensland.
Rail travellers include:
• Adults
• Groups
• Families
• Seniors
• Students
• International Travellers
Fare Types
Adult 16 years and over
Child 4-15 years
Infant Under 4 years
Senior State or Territory Government Senior Card Holder
Queensland
PensionerQueensland Pension Card Holder utilising state entitlements
Australian Pensioner Interstate Pension Concession cards accepted.
Students16 years and over enrolled in accredited secondary or tertiary education
with approved identification.
International
BackpackerInternational Passport and Backpacker entitlement card
For further information please refer to
Concessions Quick Link on the Trade Toolbox
Accessibility
Due to narrow doors and aisle ways the
service has limited accessible provisions.
A small wheelchair is available for
onboard use.
For more information please contact our
team or visit queenslandrailtravel.com.au
Luggage
• Checked luggage up to 20 kilograms (max)
• Must measure 180 linear centimetres (max)
• Plus one (1) small hand held luggage per
customer (7 kilograms max.)
• Checked luggage closes 30 minutes prior to
departure.
• At unattended stations, onboard staff will check
luggage in.
Spirit of the Outback Luggage allowed per person
Sleeper Two (2) 20 kilogram items
Economy Seat One (1) 20 kilogram item
How to book
✓ Via your preferred Wholesaler | Inbound
operator
✓ Direct with Queensland Rail Travel
Domestic Travel Agents
phone 1800 806 468
International Agents
phone +61 (7) 3606 6630
Sales and Marketing Department
phone + 61 (7) 3072 0790
Visit us at www.queenslandrailtravel.com.au