The Overland Journey
Choose to travel between Melbourne and Adelaide in comfort on board The Overland train. Enjoy the high…
Melbourne to Adelaide by Train
1 day Rail Journey – from £88
Travel from Melbourne to Adelaide (or reverse) aboard the Overland. An affordable and convenient way to travel, the journey offers spectacular scenery as you go.
- Experience luxury rail travel from the team behind the iconic Ghan
- Relax in comfortable reclining seats in Red or Red Premium Service
- Take in spectacular, ever-changing views throughout the journey
- Discover the history of this Australian railway, operating for over a century
- Enjoy warm hospitality and a range of delicious on board dining options
Your Itinerary
Expand AllYou can incorporate a rail journey aboard the Overland into a longer Australia holiday. Just let us know what you would like to do.
Choose to travel between Melbourne and Adelaide in comfort on board The Overland train. Enjoy the high level of service that has become synonymous with The Ghan and the Indian Pacific, but with the convenience of a 10 hour daytime service.
Whichever direction you travel, both depart during daylight hours meaning that you get to soak in the diverse scenery, from city skylines to rolling fields of green and gold.
The Overland Journey
Choose to travel between Melbourne and Adelaide in comfort on board The Overland train. Enjoy the high level of service that has become synonymous with The Ghan and the Indian Pacific, but with the convenience of a 10 hour daytime service.
Whichever direction you travel, both depart during daylight hours meaning that you get to soak in the diverse scenery, from city skylines to rolling fields of green and gold.
The Overland Train Service Levels
There are two service levels to choose from on board the Overland.
Red Service
Embrace the comfort and romance of a rail journey in Red Service aboard the Overland, ideal…
Embrace the comfort and romance of a rail journey in Red Service aboard the Overland, ideal for travellers looking for affordable travel. Enjoy:
- Comfortable reclining seats with generous legroom in a two by two configuration
- Meals and refreshments are available from the licensed Café 828
- Luggage allowance of 2 x 20kg per person checked bags
Red Service
Embrace the comfort and romance of a rail journey in Red Service aboard the Overland, ideal for travellers looking for affordable travel. Enjoy:
- Comfortable reclining seats with generous legroom in a two by two configuration
- Meals and refreshments are available from the licensed Café 828
- Luggage allowance of 2 x 20kg per person checked bags
Red Premium Service
Take your rail experience to the next level and enjoy additional perks with Red Premium Service….
Take your rail experience to the next level and enjoy additional perks with Red Premium Service. You will receive:
- All-inclusive breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea
- Comfortable reclining seats with additional legroom, in a two and one configuration
- Access to the licenced Café 828 Carriage
- In-seat dining and trolley service
- Luggage allowance of 2 x 30kgs checked bags
Red Premium Service
Take your rail experience to the next level and enjoy additional perks with Red Premium Service. You will receive:
- All-inclusive breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea
- Comfortable reclining seats with additional legroom, in a two and one configuration
- Access to the licenced Café 828 Carriage
- In-seat dining and trolley service
- Luggage allowance of 2 x 30kgs checked bags
The Overland Timetable
The Melbourne to Adelaide train runs twice a week in either direction.
Melbourne to Adelaide
The Melbourne to Adelaide train departs Monday and Friday, year round.
Departs: 08:05
Arrives: 17:55
The Melbourne to Adelaide train departs Monday and Friday, year round.
Departs: 08:05
Arrives: 17:55
Melbourne to Adelaide
The Melbourne to Adelaide train departs Monday and Friday, year round.
Departs: 08:05
Arrives: 17:55
Adelaide to Melbourne
The Adelaide to Melbourne train departs Sunday and Thursday, year round.
Departs: 07:45
Arrives: 18:50
The Adelaide to Melbourne train departs Sunday and Thursday, year round.
Departs: 07:45
Arrives: 18:50
Adelaide to Melbourne
The Adelaide to Melbourne train departs Sunday and Thursday, year round.
Departs: 07:45
Arrives: 18:50
Flights & More Options
With FREEDOM, you can book everything you need for your Australia rail holiday in one place; the Overland rail journey, flights, hotels, tours and more.
Next Step
Please get in touch with our Australia Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Melbourne to Adelaide by Train
1 day Rail Journey – from £88
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