Spirit of Queensland – Brisbane to Cairns
Rail Journey – from £115
Brisbane | Cairns (or reverse)
Designed for comfort and relaxation the Spirit of Queensland is the new way to travel on the classic Queensland journey between Brisbane and Cairns.
Highlights:
- Scenic rail travel along the Queensland coast
- Choose to break up your journey along the way
- Choice of lie-flat Railbed or Economy seating
- On demand entertainment systems
Your Rail Journey
The Spirit of Queensland train allows you to sit back and admire, as well as explore the beauty of the East Coast. From beautiful iconic beaches and the Great Barrier Reef to laid back towns, this long distance modern rail service travels the length of the coast from Brisbane to Cairns with regular stops at some of the most popular touring destinations.
The route meanders along the coast stopping at quaint Queensland towns and cities such as Rockhampton, Mackay and Townsville as well as Proserpine to access the beautiful Whitsundays and Maryborough West for K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) in the south.
Your Seating Options
Choose to travel in the comfort of the lie flat Railbed or economical Economy
Railbed
A spacious and comfortable seat by day that converts in to a lie-flat bed at night, similar to an airline business class seat. Enjoy 35 degrees of recline and a wide flat screen TV with on-demand entertainment options including movies and music. At night sleep well on a thick mattress topper and comfortable linen, all included in your fare.
Features
All meals served to your seat during your journey
Seat back TV with on demand movies & music
Reading light, footrest and USB charging point
Towel, amenity pack and bed linen included
Economy
An economical way to travel along the Queensland coastline and take in the passing scenery from your window is in the comfort of an Economy Seat. Enjoy generous legroom and a wide selection of on-demand movies on your personal widescreen display.
Features
Seat back TV with on demand movies & music
Reading light, footrest and USB charging point
Towel, amenity pack and bed linen included
Food and beverage can be purchased from the dining carriage
Onboard Facilities
Club Car allowing guests to purchase refreshments throughout the journey, showers and toilets situated at the end of each of the passenger carriages and water fountains located on every car. Railbed customers have a power outlet next to their seats.
Timetable
The Spirit of Queensland departs 4 days a week in either direction.
Brisbane to Cairns Timetable
Departs: 15:45 Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat
Arrives: 17:05 Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cairns to Brisbane Timetable
Departs: 07:40 Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun
Arrives: 09:00 Tue, Thu, Sat & Mon
Route Map
Spirit of Queensland – Brisbane to Cairns
Rail Journey – from £115
Include this Rail Journey in an Australia holiday designed for youPrices shown are per person based on travel in a Economy seat.
Timetable shown is valid from September 2024
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