Indian Pacific Railway Journey

Itinerary

As the name implies, the Indian Pacific gives you two oceans on one of the world’s longest and greatest train journeys.

But most of your cruising will be across the vast continent of Australia. At the Nullarbor, where the train travels the world’s longest straight stretch of railway track (478 kilometres), you will see unique landscapes unfold and spot a fascinating array of wildlife from the comfort of the lounge or your cabin.

During the journey from Adelaide to Perth you’ll have two nights aboard the great train. There are many things to see along the way as you cross this vast continent. And you can get up close and see many of them when you enjoy an optional off-train sightseeing tour. The great train offers these tours during scheduled stops at gold rich Kalgoorlie, a remote outpost on the Nullarbor Plain called Cook, population 2, presents a further opportunity to stretch your legs.

Taking Your Car

Overview

Vehicle Types Carried:
Cars *
Campervans and Camper Trailers (subject to approval)*
4WDs (Adelaide to Perth & v.v) *
Trailers *

* height/width and wheel track restrictions apply

Vehicle Check-in / Collection points

Sydney, Adelaide, Perth (see Motorail Loading Guide, PDF 360kb)

Enjoy the convenience of having your own vehicle with you at the end of the line for touring and discovering new places. With our $99 Motorail offer, taking your car with you is easy and affordable - offer valid with purchase of 2 Gold Kangaroo Service tickets or holiday packages. Conditions apply.

Fares (valid to 31.3.07)

$569 - Up to 5.5m length
$699 - 5.5m to 7m length

Note: Rates for unaccompanied vehicles available on request. Maximum width 2.2m. Maximum height Sydney - Adelaide 1.57m/ Adelaide - Perth 1.94m. Roof racks, wind deflectors, louvers etc must be removed before loading. The length of any towbar should be included. Caravans, including pop tops and boats are not able to be conveyed by Motorail. Vehicles must be roadworthy at time of loading and capable of being driven onto carrier. Motorail conditions of carriage

Check-in Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Further Information

Concession Fares

To receive concession travel fares, Great Southern Railway is required to confirm your eligibility for the concession electronically with Centerlink. If you do not want this to happen you will need to contact Centerlink or the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) to obtain a Pension Concession Letter as proof of your eligibility for the concession and provide this directly to Great Southern Railway before the concession can be given.

Rail Saver payment is required at time of booking. No changes permitted. Non refundable (100% cancellation fee). Subject to availability.

Child fares are available to children aged 4 - 15 years inclusive or where a child occupies a seat of berth.

Student fares full time students aged 16 years and over must hold a current ID card from a recognised institution.

Luggage

40 kilograms of luggage may be conveyed free of charge in the luggage car. This allows 2 items not exceeding 20 kg each and not exceeding 180 linear centimetres. Excess luggage prices on application. Due to space constraints, guests should only take on board hand luggage required for their journey. Remaining luggage should be checked in up to 30 minutes before departure. Unchecked luggage is carried at owner’s risk. Cardboard, plastic or wooden boxes, garbage bags or tea chests will not be accepted as baggage. Bags should be secured and carry the owner’s name, destination and contact phone number both inside and outside the bag. Explosive, combustible and inflammable materials are prohibited. Items such as foodstuffs, plants, animals and furniture cannot be accepted as personal luggage.