Emerald offers shops, cafes, and bakeries. On the second Saturday of every month, a trip aboard the train to Emerald can be combined with a visit to the Emerald Hills Art Market. The history behind Emerald's name is uncertain. Some say it came from the surrounding green hills, others say it came from the emeralds that were claimed to have been found in nearby creeks. Emerald has blossomed in recent decades, with people moving into the hills for a relaxed lifestyle.
Named after the former Nobelius estates, this small wayside station on the right of the train is almost half way between Belgrave and Gembrook. From here, seedlings and plants were dispatched by rail to all parts of Australia and the world. Lakeside is the perfect destination for families! Located within Emerald Lake Park, Lakeside is the half-way point along the line to Gembrook and is a minute ride from Belgrave station.
Visitors may also choose to start their journey here, and take a return trip to Gembrook approx. BBQ facilities and picnic tables make this an ideal place to relax alongside the lake. Passengers can pack a picnic or purchase lunch from our station kiosk Lakeside Tearooms. Playground facilities, a wading pool summer only and paddle boats for hire are available to keep the kids entertained.
The park is also offers several walking tracks, and an array of native and exotic plants and wildlife. Lakeside was the terminus of the line before reopening to Gembrook in Trains usually pause here for the crew to fill the locomotive water tanks.
Lakeside Station was the end of the Puffing Billy line for 23 years, from to In , the final section of the line between Lakeside and Gembrook was reopened to the public. Looking back at the small platform and name board, which were the only station objects when Lakeside was built in , it is safe to say that Lakeside has grown!
Between Wright and Cockatoo Creek, the Railway skirts the northern boundary of the un-spoilt Wright State Forest, with large stands of Stringy Bark and other eucalypt trees. Between Wright and Cockatoo, the Railway crosses three timber bridges. The first, shortly after passing Wright, is of four spans and is The second bridge is much larger, with 10 spans, carrying the line over a deep gully. It is 61m feet long and Further down the valley, the third bridge has 10 straight spans, over Cockatoo Creek.
Cockatoo Creek is the lowest point on the line between Belgrave and Gembrook and marks the start of a steep 1 in 30 uphill climb for 5. Originally named Cockatoo Creek, this station was an important loading place for the timber from sawmills in the region. If we arrive at the railway carpark around , how we plan our trip so as to get the most of it.
How about the lunch arrangement? We will pick up our car after the railway trip. Simply punch them into Google Maps for directions. There is further information on each of these sites on our website.
There are heaps of little towns dotted throughout the Dandenong Ranges where you can stop for a bite to eat. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants. I would recommend booking a table at Sky High for dinner, as it is a popular restaurant, particularly on the weekend. Hello, we are planning to take the Puffing Billy Railway from Belgrave to Menzies Crk on 20 August and then return to pick our car to the next destination.
Is there any car park near the Belgrave railway station? Charge or not? Thanks a lot! Child fares apply to ages 4 to 16 years old. So your 17 year old will fall into the Concession category if a student or has a healthcare card or if not eligible for Concession, will be considered an Adult. How can I go back to Belgrave to get my car and drive to my next destination?
Look forward for your advice. The only alternative is bus or taxi. The Line Bus leaves around every 30 minutes during the week and every hour on weekends. There are two options for purchasing your tickets online: 1. This is the best value option if you intend to attend a number of attractions whilst in Victoria. Click the link here.
If you are just after Puffing Billy return tickets, click the link here. I was wondering what would be the best time to leave in the afternoon or around lunch time to go on the Puffing Billy. We are staying at the Hilton South Wharf. Thanks so much and look forward to hearing back from you. Whether you can do both attractions in one day will really depend on whether you have a car.
Travelling by public transport will add hours to your day and might not work with the Puffing Billy scheduling. However it is achievable with a bit of pre-planning. The Queen Victoria Market opens at 6am for fresh produce and 8am for clothing, bags and other trinkets. Get there early to give yourself a couple of hours to shop here as, depending on your shopping style, some people can browse all day!
Free parking is available to market customers with entry and exit between 6am—10am Sunday to Friday and between 6am—8am on Saturday. There is a This is a good spot to get off and relax for an couple of hours with the fresh produce, bread and deli items you might have purchased from the Queen Victoria Market!
The return train from Lakeside leaves at 2. You can then drive back to Melbourne which will take around 1hr. If you are taking public transport, things get a little harder, as the trip takes much longer 1.
You will have to compare train schedules from Puffing Billy available on our page and train departures on the PTV website. If you want to purchase your Puffing Billy tickets online before you go, you have two options: 1. Hi, We are wanting to visit tomorrow and want to know: if you get a return ticket, can you hop on and off at stops? Also do any stops have restaurants near by? Many Thanks. You can certainly hop off at any station, however note that you will have to wait for the train to make the return trip before getting back on.
The duration of your wait will depend on which section of the railway line you choose to travel: 1. Belgrave to Lakeside — 1 hour each way and one hour at Lakeside min of 3hrs total 2. Belgrave to Gembrook — 1 hour 50 mins each way and 2 hours at Gembrook min of 5. Belgrave to Menzies Creek — 30mins each way.
Lakeside to Gembrook — 40 mins each way and 2hrs at Gembrook min of 3. Please check the full timetable to check the wait times for your planned trip.
There is an image of the timetable on our page. As for restaurants located nearby, Lakeside has a cafeteria where hot and cold food and drinks can be purchased. Most people stop here for lunch for the 1hr before making the return trip. There are also refreshment shops Belgrave, Menzies Creek and Gembrook stations which stock snacks, drinks and ice-creams.
If you want to purchase tickets you have two options: 1. If you are travelling return, then yes — you can purchase your tickets online. You will have to purchase a ticket from Belgrave to Emerald, Menzies Creek is the first stop along the way. One way tickets cannot be purchased online. They provide vegetarian, halal, vegan, gluten-free options as well. Bam Bam Italian is a food stop for those who crave modern Italian flavours. It is a family-friendly restaurant that has a kids play area and a special kids menu.
Just across Belgrave station is Belliful of Bliss Cafe. It is a local favourite serving a wide variety of breakfast and fast food. They offer vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu options. Must try - Spud Firrito, Carnivore. The apartments are set in an acre of gardens. It accommodates 4 people with a private driveway and is a perfect getaway with family or friends. They have two options to choose from - a stylish two-bedroom cottage and a premium private guest suite.
This modest two-bedroom cottage is located at Ferny Creek, just minutes from Puffing Billy Belgrave station. They offer special walking hikes to adventure buffs, making it the perfect escape. Yes, you can buy Puffing Billy tickets in the railway station, however, only a limited number are sold from the Puffing Billy stations on the day of travel.
You can grab them from Booking Office or the Conductor. It is best advised to buy tickets online in advance as they are likely to be sold out on the day of travel. While kids below the age of 3 years do not require Puffing Billy tickets at all, those aged years enjoy reduced prices. If you're buying Puffing Billy tickets online, it is best recommended to arrive atleast 45 minutes prior to your departure time to collect your tickets and board the train.
This could help you avoid last minute hassles. The duration of your train journey depends on the railway line you choose to travel. On the whole, keep aside 5 h-6 hours of your day for a sedate experience.
Unfortunately, single journey tickets cannot be purchased online. They can only be purchased on-site from the booking office or the conductor. Unfortunately, only folding or narrow prams can be accomodated on Puffing Billy due to the heritage carriage doors.
It is advised to carry a foldable pram and stash it under the bench seats the carriage during the ride. Only assistance dogs certified by a registered authority, restrained by a harness or leash at all times are allowed onboard.
No washrooms are available aboard Puffing Billy's carriages, however you can be find them at each main station. The seats on the Puffing Billy Railway are not numbered and reserved.
You can sit in any of the unreserved carriages. Yes, discounts are available for pre-booked group travel 20 or more paying passengers on a return journey only throughout the year, except on Sundays, Public Holidays and School Holidays.
Unfortunately, the Puffing Billy Tickets have a strict cancellation policy and cannot be cancelled or rescheduled once booked. Born to parents bit by the wander bug, Lakshmi calls her love for travel "hereditary and habitual". Perpetually ensconced with a book in her hand and a mug of coffee in the other, she has been to over 15 countries in her 23 years of existence and is currently saving miles and money for her solo trip to Iceland.
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This is the most extensive section of Puffing Billy Railway and takes 1 hour 50 mins both ways — so you get a total of three hours and forty minutes on the heritage train. Plus, you get to spend two hours at Gembrook, stretching the duration of your tour to almost six hours.
Before we share the Puffing Billy schedule, you must know that daily four trains start from Belgrave Station. The first train at Once done, get back to Belgrave on the return train. Or if you want to proceed to Gembrook, wait for the second train to arrive just after 12 noon. The last train to Belgrave from Lakeside is at 4. Midway through you get down and visit a quaint little town called Sassafras, famous for antiques and local crafts.
You get picked up from your hotel in Melbourne, and an air-conditioned coach transfers you to a Puffing Billy station. After your Puffin Billy train journey, you get down for lunch in one of the Yarra Valley wineries. Once the sumptuous lunch, you head to your afternoon venue, the award-winning Healesville Sanctuary.
This is a limited tour, and you can book it only if you are holidaying in Australia from September to April. Philip Island is one of the largest penguin colonies of Australia, and this tour helps you combine it with a trip on Puffing Billy railway train. Your driver and guide picks you up from your Melbourne CBD hotel and helps you experience these popular activities —.
Once you are fully satiated, you get onto your air-conditioned coach for the trip back to Melbourne. However, many tourists who have been on the Puffing Billy train on a rainy day still found it fun.
Check out the TripAdvisor reviews here and here. As part of your Puffing Billy steam train experience, you can also book a three-course meal or Natter Platter.
The Puffing Billy train which serves lunch departs Belgrave station daily excluding Victorian public holidays at The Puffing Billy may not have a full-fledged pub, but they do offer a range of beverages, including internationally acclaimed wines from the Yarra Valley Region. Our recommendation: This three-hour steam train journey is best enjoyed when you take in the beautiful scenery of Dandenong Ranges.
Why would you want to look at your plates when you can look out of the train and create memories forever! Yes, a limited number of tickets are sold from the Puffing Billy stations on the day of travel.
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