VISIT THE NSW RAIL MUSEUM
Open 7 days, with steam train rides every Saturday & Sunday.
Explore Australia's largest collection of heritage rolling stock
Whether it's the stunning Governor General's Carriage or the Rail Pay Bus – used for transporting employees’ wages all over the state's rail system, we have something interesting to see at every corner.
Steam train rides every weekend
Bring your museum experience to life with a 40-minute steam train ride from historic Thirlmere Station to Buxton and return.
Departs Thirlmere Station several times every Saturday & Sunday.
See departure times when booking, please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure.
Heritage train rides EVERY DAY these school holidays
In addition to our usual weekend steam train rides, the NSW Rail Museum will be operating 30-minute rail motor rides every weekday from 28 June — 9 July.
Food and drink options
On weekends, a limited range of pre-made sandwiches, salads and snacks are available, along with tea, hot chocolates and coffee.
On weekdays, we encourage visitors to stop by one of the many local cafes, pubs or restaurants — either before or after your visit to the NSW Rail Museum. For more information on local eateries visit the Visit Wollondilly website.
Picnic areas
With over 10,000 square metres of lawns and sheltered picnic tables, the grounds are the perfect place to have a picnic – don’t forget a rug!
Ticket prices
TICKET TYPE
Adult
Concession
Child (aged 2-17)
Infant (under 2)
Member / Annual Pass holder
MUSEUM ONLY
$15
$10
$5
FREE
FREE
MUSEUM + TRAIN RIDE
$35
$25
$15
FREE
FREE