Puffing Billy Belgrave to Lakeside Return Tickets Belgrave to Lakeside return

Embark on a memorable journey through the picturesque Dandenong Ranges aboard the renowned Puffing Billy steam railway. Departing from Belgrave and heading to Lakeside, this experience offers a captivating glimpse into Victorian history. Admire the verdant fern gullies and rainforest vistas from the heritage open carriages, making it an ideal family outing. Traverse four historic timber trestle bridges along the original mountain track, relishing in the scenic beauty year-round.

Puffing Billy Belgrave to Lakeside will be closed on 17, 18, 19 February 2024 due to a severe storm that has impacted the region and caused significant damage to the Puffing Billy Railway track

Puffing Billy Railway is required to record the contact details for all guests to ensure contact tracing can be conducted in the event of a coronavirus case being detected. Records are kept electronically for 28 days, before being destroyed. Please ensure you provide the names and contact details of everyone in your party in the Booking Notes section at checkout
Puffing Billy Railway is required to record the contact details for all guests to ensure contact tracing can be conducted in the event of a coronavirus case being detected. Records are kept electronically for 28 days, before being destroyed. Please ensure you provide the names, contact details of everyone in your party and the date of birth for all Child Fares (0 - 15yrs) in the Booking Notes section at checkout
Sitting on the Sills has made its long-awaited return!
Please note upon arrival at Puffing Billy Railways Belgrave station, you will be asked to confirm your childs age at our booking office. We are required to record the age of any child between the ages of 4-13 years who will be sitting on our sills during their train journey. The purpose of collecting this information is to ensure children are allocated the correct wristband colour for a safe journey.
Children under 4 years of age are not permitted to sit on the carriage sills and will be given a red wristband to indicate ride restriction.
Adult supervision is required for children 4-13 years of age when sitting on the carriage sill this means a maximum of 2 supervised children per adult within arms reach.
Children under 4 years of age are not permitted to sit on the carriage sills and will be given a red wristband to indicate ride restriction.
Supervised children between 4-13 years of age will be given a green wristband to wear. This indicates the childs age and helps our friendly conductors know that all children are being correctly supervised.
All adults travelling with children must maintain the physical ability to monitor and provide supervision at all times.
Appropriate shoes must be worn if any child between the ages of 4-13yrs wishes to sit with their legs over the sills
No person will be allowed to sit on the carriage sill after sunset.
No person will be allowed to sit on the carriage sill during special events (i.e., Day Out with Thomas, Puffing Billy Running Festival)
PLEASE NOTE Sitting on the carriage sill is only permitted from Belgrave Station to Lakeside Station. Passengers travelling Lakeside Station to Gembrook Station cannot sit on the carriage sill at this time
Proof of vaccination status required. All visitors aged 12 years and two months and over must be fully vaccinated to enter all indoor and outdoor areas of Puffing Billy Railway. Before you arrive, please make sure you have added your COVID-19 digital certificate to the Service Victoria app or bring printed proof of your vaccination, or applicable medical exemption, with you. Proof of ID will be required when providing a printed certificate
If you are travelling in a wheelchair, there are limited wheelchair spaces available onboard our heritage carriages. Please call our Customer Service Centre prior to travelling so that we can assist you in accommodating your needs.


Time:



10 am FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 12.30pm. Arrives Belgrave at 1.05 pm.
11am MONDAY TO THURSDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 2 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 2.50 pm.
11:15 am FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and return trip departs Lakeside at 2 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 2.50 pm.
12.45 pm FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 3:15 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 4.10 pm.
2:15 pm FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 4:10 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 5.05 pm.
Timetables are subject to change.
Timetables are subject to seasonal variation and may differ during the Victorian school holidays and on public holidays (please refer to the departure times listed on your booking confirmation).

Validity:

• This ticket is valid from 8 Nov 2023 to 31 Dec 2024

Inclusions:

• Chef’s selection of cheese Camembert or Brie
• Tasty Cheese
• Hommus Dip
• Shaved leg ham
• Mild Hungarian Salami
• Box of Water Crackers
• Semi Sun dried tomatoes.
• Kalamata & Stuffed Green olives

Cancellation Notes:

• No Cancellation and Non-refundable

Operating Hours:

• 10 am FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 12.30pm. Arrives Belgrave at 1.05 pm. 11am MONDAY TO THURSDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 2 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 2.50 pm. 11:15 am FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and return trip departs Lakeside at 2 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 2.50 pm. 12.45 pm FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 3:15 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 4.10 pm. 2:15 pm FRIDAY TO SUNDAY Departure from Belgrave to Lakeside and Return trip departs Lakeside at 4:10 pm. Arrives Belgrave at 5.05 pm. Timetables are subject to change. Timetables are subject to seasonal variation and may differ during the Victorian school holidays and on public holidays (please refer to the departure times listed on your booking confirmation). Timetables are subject to change

Things to Note:

• Restriction: Do not stand, walk, sit or lay on the railway tracks!
• Restriction: Do not open the carriage doors on the non-platform side of the train
• Restriction: Do not open the carriage doors whilst the train is moving
• Restriction: Smoking is not permitted on the train, platforms or under any roofed areas
• Accessibility: Due to carriage design, only folding or narrow prams can be accommodated.
• Accessibility: Only guide/assistant dogs are permitted on the train for accessibility reasons.
• Accessibility: Puffing Billy is now cashless. Please bring your bank card for contactless payments.
• Accessibility: If selected advertised items are unavailable or out of stock, a similar alternative will be offered for accessibility.
• Accessibility: While we aim to honor all bookings, PBR reserves the right to change menus, events, timetables, or locomotives without prior notice.