Departure times and prices
Following an exceptionally wet season, essential repairs are still in progress along the Normanton to Croydon line. We are anticipating the regular Gulflander timetabled services between Normanton and Croydon to commence from Wednesday 3 June 2026.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Interim Gulflander experience
While track repairs are underway, we are offering a short Gulflander journey between Normanton and 4-Mile from 6 May 2026.
May 2026
|
6, 13, 20, 22, 27 |
9:00am
|
Interim Gulflander experience fares
Fare type
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$26.00
|
Child
|
$13.00
|
Concession
|
$20.80 |
Gulflander Classic Experience 2026 timetable
The Gulflander Classic Experience timetable runs until 29 October 2026.
Normanton to Croydon (5U02)
Departs Normanton railway station on Wednesdays at 8:30am, arriving in Croydon at 1:30pm.
Croydon to Normanton (5D01)
Departs Croydon railway station on Thursdays at 8:30am, arriving in Normanton at 1:30pm.
Gulflander Classic Experience 2026 fares
Rail and morning tea
Fare type
|
One-way fare
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$94.00 |
$154.00
|
Child
|
$54.50
|
$88.00
|
Concession
|
$78.20
|
$127.60 |
Rail only
Fare type
|
One-way fare
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$79.00 |
$132.00
|
Child
|
$39.50
|
$66.00
|
Concession
|
$63.20
|
$105.60 |
Self-drive and share journey option
Fare from
$109 for two adults one-way, sharing the ride and self-drive, includes morning tea at Blackbull. Concession fare also available.
Critters Camp Excursion 2026 timetable
Departs Normanton at 9:00am on selected days.
May 2026
| 25 |
June 2026
| 1, 8, 12, 15, 22, 23, 29
|
July 2026
|
6, 13, 20, 27, 28, 31
|
August 2026
|
3, 10, 14, 17, 24, 25, 31
|
September 2026
|
1, 4, 7, 14, 15, 21, 28
|
October 2026
|
5, 6, 12, 19
|
Critters Camp Excursion 2026 fares
Fare type
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$56.00
|
Child
|
$28.00
|
Concession
|
$44.80 |
Croydon Golden Sunset Tour 2026 timetable
Departs Croydon 5:00pm every Wednesday from July to August 2026.
Croydon Golden Sunset Tour 2026 fares
Fare type
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$61.50
|
Child
|
$31.00
|
Concession
|
$55.30 |
Croydon Forever Golden Tour timetable
Departs Croydon 8:30am every Thursday from season commencement to October 2026.
Croydon Forever Golden Tour fares
Fare type
|
Return fare
|
|---|
Adult
|
$70.00
|
Child
|
$40.00
|
Concession
|
$60.00 |
Find out more about these journeys, visit Gulflander Experiences.
The Gulflander operates seasonally. Schedules dates may vary due to climatic conditions or track maintenance demands.
Prices are per person and quoted in AUD (Australian Dollars), subject to availability. Child fare is available for travellers 4 to 14 years of age (inclusive). Infants aged 0 to 3 years travel free of charge. Discounts available for Australian State Government or Territory Pensioner Concession Card or Seniors Card holders. Other discounts available, eligibility conditions apply. If you cannot find the fare you need, please contact reservations for a quote. Cancellation and rebook fees will continue to be waived if you need to change your booking. Queensland Rail Travel reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Fares are valid to 29 October 2026.
