
STEAM TO
SURF
PREMIUM HERITAGE EXPERIENCE
WITH LOCOMOTIVE 3526
26 & 27 JULY 2025
Step aboard one of Transport Heritage NSW's premium heritage train experiences from Sydney's Central Station to Kiama and return.
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Steam your way to the South Coast!

Experience the golden era of rail travel on this special day out by heritage train to the South Coast town of Kiama.
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Join the train at your choice of Central or Sutherland Stations, before enjoying the scenic views through the Royal National Park, down the Illawarra Escarpment and along the beautiful NSW South Coast.
ONBOARD THE TRAIN
Sit back and relax inside one of our beautifully restored former NSW Government Railway carriages and take in the scenery, as we huff and puff our way to the South Coast.
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Enjoy light snacks and refreshments, brought to your seat straight from our buffet car, throughout the journey using our online buffet ordering system.
Fares and classes of travel
From the moment you step aboard, you'll be transported into the past. Choose from THREE different seating and on-board service options as follows:
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Enjoy free time in Wollongong or Kiama

OPTION 1 - ALIGHT AT WOLLONGONG
Upon arrival into Wollongong, you will have around 5 hours of free time to enjoy all Wollongong has to offer! Head to the lighthouse and take in the incredible ocean views, or head to Crown street for trendy places to eat and shop!
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OPTION 2 - ALIGHT AT KIAMA
Alternatively, alight at Kiama where you have just over 3 hours to explore one of Australia's most picturesque beachside towns! Enjoy one of the many beaches close to the town centre, make your way to the renowned Kiama Blowhole, or explore the historic terrace houses on Collins Street.
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For more information on things to do and see in Wollongong or Kiama, visit the Visit Wollongong or Kiama websites.
Timetable
You can join the train at either Central or Sutherland and alight at either Wollongong or Kiama.
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The below timetable will be confirmed one week prior:
FORWARD JOURNEY
CENTRAL
SUTHERLAND
WOLLONONG
KIAMA
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10.25am
11.00am
12.10pm
1.10pm
RETURN JOURNEY
KIAMA
WOLLONGONG
SUTHERLAND
CENTRAL
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4.20pm
5.15pm
6.40pm
7.25pm
Terms and conditions
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Please be sure of your availability before you book as there are NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES offered.
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Times are subject to change and will be confirmed one week prior.
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If you are a Transport Heritage NSW member, you will need to login to access member discounted fares.
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See full Terms and Conditions