Puffing Billy Railway resumes daily services for first time since pre-COVID

Following months of COVID lockdowns for many attractions and tourist destinations in Victoria, one of the State’s most popular tourist attractions - Puffing Billy Railway –  has resumed daily train services - the first daily train service since April 2021, and in perfect time for school holidays. 

Not only can visitors ride the Puffing Billy Railway, but they will also be able to pay a visit to the recently opened $24-million-dollar Lakeside Visitor Centre - offering a gift shop; modern Railway Café; and opportunity to explore a collection of expertly curated steam artifact displays, including Puffing Billy’s first ever locomotive, 3A, built in 1900.

The railway also offers a range of memorable experiences, including a full day, stand-alone journey to Lakeside or Gembrook complete with pre-purchased picnic or lunch packs, or shorter trips to Menzies Creek, paired with a morning tea and visit to the Menzies Creek Museum. 

The Menzies Creek historic museum houses over 80 exhibits and allows guests to peer into Victoria’s past for a glimpse of more leisurely days, displaying a collection of rare operational steam and diesel locomotives, and railway-related artifacts. 

Large families and groups of friends looking to gather and enjoy Puffing Billy’s unique heritage experience can also book their own exclusive carriage to comfortably embrace the living theatre as they travel along the railway. 

For the daily train schedule with departure times and key information, please visit www.puffingbilly.com.au.