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Walhalla Goldfields Railway: A Ride Through History
Journey through Stringers Creek Gorge on a historic narrow-gauge railway, experiencing Walhalla's gold mining past and scenic beauty.
Experience a scenic journey through Stringers Creek Gorge on the Walhalla Goldfields Railway, a 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow-gauge railway near the historic gold-mining town of Walhalla, Victoria. Travel along the restored line, crossing trestle bridges and enjoying the natural beauty that captivated travelers since 1910.
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A brief summary to Walhalla Goldfields Railway
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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Wednesday
11 am-1 pm
Saturday
11 am-1 pm
Sunday
11 am-1 pm
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Getting There
Car
From Moe, travel approximately 45 minutes north on the Princes Freeway. From Traralgon, follow the signs to Walhalla. Note that there is no fuel available in Walhalla. Parking is available in the South car park. Parking is limited during long weekends and busy periods. Consider parking further south and walking to the town center.
Public Transport
Take a V/Line train from Melbourne Southern Cross to Moe or Traralgon Station. From Moe Station, a bus service connects to Walhalla, but services may be infrequent, so check the schedule in advance. From the Walhalla township bus stop, it is a short walk to the railway station. V/Line tickets from Melbourne to Moe cost approximately $15 - $25.
Local tips
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Check the train schedule in advance, as services operate on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and daily during school holidays.
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Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure to collect your tickets and select a seat.
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Parking is available at the South car park in Walhalla.
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Consider combining your train ride with a visit to the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine or a walk along the Walhalla Goldfields Rail Trail.
Discover more about Walhalla Goldfields Railway
The Walhalla Goldfields Railway offers a unique journey into Victoria's gold mining past. The railway operates on a restored section of the historic Moe-Walhalla line, which was originally constructed between 1904 and 1910. The line was intended to revitalize Walhalla, which was in decline as gold mining became less profitable.
Today, the railway provides a scenic 4-km ride from Walhalla to Thomson Station, traversing the Stringers Creek Gorge. The journey involves crossing six large trestle bridges that criss-cross Stringers Creek, offering passengers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The train then passes through Happy Creek and crosses the Thomson River Bridge before arriving at Thomson Station.
At Thomson Station, visitors can explore the area before reboarding for the return trip to Walhalla. The Walhalla Goldfields Railway is operated and maintained by volunteers, and has been operating as a tourist railway since it reopened in 1994. The railway is a not-for-profit group.
A brief summary to Walhalla Goldfields Railway
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