Queensland Rail Travel

Must-have rail passes, for must-see destinations

Queensland Explorer Pass

This rail pass offers international visitor’s unlimited economy travel for three or six months across the Queensland Rail Travel network. See every corner of Queensland – from Brisbane to Cairns, and the beach to the Outback. Travel in an economy seat to Cairns & Tropical North, Townsville & Magnetic Island, the Whitsundays, Capricorn Coast, Hervey Bay & Fraser Island, Noosa & the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Longreach & the Outback. Find out more…

Ausrail Pass

These various rail passes allow international visitors an inexpensive way to travel extensively throughout Australia, with unlimited economy travel over six months across Queensland Rail Travel, CountryLink and Great Southern Rail services. A special off-shore price is available to overseas visitors purchasing passes prior to departure. Explore all corners of Australia - from Perth in the west, to Darwin in the top end and the entire eastern coastline from Cairns in far north Queensland to Melbourne in the south. Also includes travel on CountryLink’s connecting coach services in New South Wales and Traveltrain’s connecting coach services in Queensland. Find out more…

East Coast Discovery Pass

This flexible rail pass offers great value for money, with access to all of Queensland’s major tourist destinations between Brisbane and Cairns. The pass includes unlimited stops in one direction (north or south) over six months, in an economy seat on coastal services only. Great for visiting internationally-renown destinations such as Fraser Island, the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef, it’s a must-have for every backpacker or budget-minded traveller. Find out more…

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Our Trains and Services

The most relaxing way to experience some of the most fascinating places in Australia.

With the destinations matched by the utmost comfort and the friendliest of customer service, it’s bound to be the journey of a lifetime.

The Sunlander

One of the World’s Top 25 Rail Journeys® Brisbane to Cairns, including premier Queenslander Class.

Tilt Train

High speed and comfort combined. Between Brisbane and Cairns, Brisbane and Rockhampton, Brisbane and Bundaberg.

Spirit of the Outback

Go west from Brisbane to Longreach, and a region of epic histories.

The Westlander

From Brisbane to Charleville and mulga country.

The Inlander

A memorable trip from Townsville to Mount Isa.

For more information or to book your unique Queensland Rail journey, go to queenslandrail.com.au