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Where does the Tilt Train leave from in Brisbane?
Roma Street station
The Spirit of the Outback train departs Brisbane, Roma Street station twice a week on Tuesdays and Saturday.
Where does the Tilt Train go?
The Tilt Train travels from Brisbane to Bundaberg and Rockhampton, with RailBus Coach Connections to Hervey Bay. Connecting Queensland the new way. The Spirit of Queensland travels from Brisbane to Cairns five times a week, with RailBus Coach Connections to Hervey Bay and Airlie Beach.
What train goes from Brisbane to Cairns?
The Spirit of Queensland is a modern tilt train that runs the length of the Queensland coast between Brisbane and Cairns. The train makes the 1681km journey five times per week. The Spirit of Queensland has a maximum speed of 160km/h and the entire trip takes 24 hours.
How long is the train from Brisbane to Cairns?
Spirit of Queensland
| Route: Brisbane to Cairns | Network Map: Train Stations |
|---|---|
| Distance: 1681 kms | Timetable Departs Brisbane: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat at 3.45pm |
| Duration: 25 hrs | Timetable Departs Cairns: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun at 8.35am |
Is the tilt train the same as the Spirit of Queensland?
The Spirit of Queensland is a Queensland Rail long distance passenger rail service. It is operated by a diesel powered Tilt Train that runs five times a week on the North Coast line between Brisbane and Cairns, a distance of 1,681 kilometres.
Why is it called the Tilt Train?
Tilting trains are designed to counteract this by tilting the carriages towards the inside of the curve, thus compensating for the g-force. The train may be constructed such that inertial forces cause the tilting (passive tilt), or it may have a computer-controlled powered mechanism (active tilt).
Does the tilt train have sleepers?
Business Seats (Tilt Train only) | RailBeds (Spirit of Queensland only) | Twin and Single Sleepers (Spirit of the Outback only). Travel passes are instant purchase. Bookings made after a pass has been purchased may be placed on hold.
Why is it called the tilt train?
What time does the Tilt Train come out?
Daily at 10.05am. Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat & Sun at 11.00am. Tue & Sun at 4.55pm. The most modern and innovative passenger train in Australia, the Tilt Train can travel at speeds of up to 160km/h and provide an efficient, comfortable standard of travel at a world-class level.
What type of seating is on the Tilt Train?
The electric Tilt Train features 2×2 economy seating, and 1×2 business class seating, mainscreen visual entertainment along with in-seat audio entertainment.
What is included in a meal package on the Tilt Train?
Enjoy one of our delicious meal packages on board the Tilt Train. All meal packages are served with tea or coffee. Our onboard staff will advise you of meal choices and take your order at selected times throughout your journey. A selection of main meals served with a bread roll, juice and your choice of dessert.