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Puffing Billy Railway

4.7 (2341 reviews)35km from Sanctuary House40 minutes drive

Price Range

3-4 hours

Recommended Duration

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Opening Hours

Required

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About

Iconic heritage steam train offering scenic journeys through the Dandenong Ranges.

Puffing Billy is Australia's favorite steam train, operating since 1900.

The Journey

Trains travel through the scenic Dandenong Ranges to Gembrook.

Visit Information

Address

1 Old Monbulk Road, Belgrave VIC 3160

Website

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Distance from Sanctuary House

35km (40 minutes)

Opening Hours

monday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

friday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Amenities

Steam TrainCaféGift ShopMuseum

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