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Puffing Billy, Australia’s favourite steam train is one of the finest preserved steam railways in the world. The railway travels for 25kms through the forests and fern gullies of the magnificent Dandenong Ranges every day, except Christmas Day.

Together with traditional train journeys the railway offers a range of ‘Wine and Dine’ experiences, including the daily Steam & Cuisine Luncheon Train or evening Dinner Special in beautifully restored, fully enclosed, dining carriages.

Trains depart from Belgrave, only 40kms, or 1 hour east of Melbourne by car, coach or electric train. Puffing Billy is included in all major day tour programs from Melbourne.

For enquiries or bookings phone (61 3) 9757 0700 during business hours or fax (61 3) 9757 0705 or email to (info@pbr.org.au). Additional information is also available on the railway’s comprehensive website. 

Belgrave
Melway Ref 75 F10
Ph. 03 9757 0700

Puffing Billy - Steam Railway

Join family, friends, or work colleagues for a unique dining experience.

Enjoy a range of appetizers on the forward journey before departing the train at the historic Nobelius Packing Shed. Here you will enjoy a sumptuous three course meal, including homemade soup, a selection of roast meats from the buffet and various sweet options.

Our musical entertainer adds a pleasant touch of ambience to the evening.

On the return journey, tea or coffee, cheese & greens and dinner chocolates will be served.

A range of drinks can be purchased on board the train and at the Nobelius Packing Shed.

The train departs from Puffing Billy’s Belgrave Station at 7.15pm. Arrival back into Belgrave Station is approximately 11.30pm.


BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Contact our Customer Service Centre, or Book Online.

(Always confirm dates & times prior to booking)

The Dinner Special

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Join us for an intriguing night of murder, mystery and suspense aboard Puffing Billy's evening dinner train special.

Come dressed as your favourite Agatha Christie character. Prizes offered to the best dressed!

Enjoy a range of appetizers on the forward journey before departing the train at the historic Nobelius Packing Shed. Here you will enjoy a sumptuous three course meal, including homemade soup, a selection of roast meats from the buffet and various sweet options.

A range of drinks can be purchased on board the train and at the ‘Nobelius Packing Shed’. This event is supported and acted by the Gemco Players Community Theatre.


BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Contact our Customer Service Centre, or Book Online.

(Always confirm dates & times prior to booking)

Murder on the Puffing Billy Express:

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Share the grandeur and charm of a three hour steam train journey with family and friends with a choice of our first class three course menu or the Natter Platter.

The  Steam & Cuisine Luncheon Train departs daily (except Christmas Day) at 12.30pm and travels to Lakeside Station located in Emerald Lake Park before returning to Belgrave Station at 3.30pm.


Three course menu:

  1. $85.00 Adult Fare per person

  2. $76.50 Concession / Child Fare per person

  3. Includes: Three course meal, tea and coffee and train journey from Belgrave to Lakeside return.


Natter Platter:

  1. $65.00 Adult Fare per person

  2. $58.50 Concession / Child Fare per person

  3. Includes: Natter Platter, dessert, tea and coffee and train journey Belgrave to Lakeside return.


BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by contacting our Customer Service Centre.  (Always confirm dates & times prior to booking).


To view the Steam & Cuisine Luncheon Train Menu, please click here.

Steam & Cuisine - Luncheon Train

See 'Thomas the Tank Engine' in full steam at Puffing Billy's EMERALD town station..... entertainment for the entire family!

Drive to EMERALD town station (Melway ref 127 E5) for:

  1. A 20 minute steam train ride behind Puffing Billy

  2. Thomas and The Fat Controller pantomime

  3. Meet the Fat Controller


Other attractions include:

  1. Animal Nursery

  2. Jumping Castle

  3. Thomas Colouring Marquee

  4. Thomas DVD Show

  5. Face Painting

  6. Photo Opportunities


Refreshment facilities (food and soft drinks) and an extensive range of Thomas merchandise are available for purchase onsite.


BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

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A Day Out with Thomas

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For many more great ways to experience the magic of

Puffing Billy, head to the Puffing Billy website.