Zig Zag Railway Timetables
Trains leave Clarence Every Day at 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm. (except Christmas Day)
On Sundays and during Special Event Days additional services also run.

Steam Trains Run Every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday and Every Day During the NSW School Holidays.
Diesel Rail Motors run on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Oustide of NSW School Holidays.
The Zig Zag Railway has a number of different train experiences available, including rides on the charming steam train or a vintage railmotor service. Climb aboard and enjoy the fun of one of our tours today!
Download the 2008 timetable details
Steam Tour
Our lively Steam Train makes the steep descent from Clarence to Bottom Points Station, through the historic tunnel and over the impressive viaducts, showcasing the engineering genius of the Zig Zag and the impressive Blue Mountains scenery.
The Return journey takes about 1.5hours.
Steam Services operate on Weekends, Public Holidays, Wednesdays and NSW School Holidays. Trains depart Bottom points (near SRA platform ) approx 40 mins later.
| Clarence Departures | Clarence Returns | Bottom point Departures | Bottom Point returns | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | 11:00am | 12:20pm | 9:50am | 11:35am |
| Steam | 1:00pm | 2:20pm | 11:50am | 1:35pm |
| Steam | 3:00pm | 4:20pm | 1:50pm | 3:35pm |
| Steam | - | - | 3:50pm | 5:35pm |
Vintage Railmotor Tour
This is a quiet tour, offering live commentary on the railway’s history and construction. The tour also includes photo stops, a walk over the historic Top Points locomotive Depot and the maintenance faciltites.
Our Vintage Railmotors operate midweek, except Wednesdays, NSW School Holidays and Public Holidays. The minimum return journey takes about 1.5 hours. Trains depart Bottom points approx 40 mins later.
| Clarence Departures | Clarence Returns | Bottom point Departures | Bottom Point returns | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railmotor | 11:00am | 12:35pm | 10:10am | 11:45am |
| Railmotor | 1:00pm | 2:35pm | 12:15pm | 1:45pm |
| Railmotor | 3:00pm | 4:35pm | 2:15pm | 3:45pm |
| Railmotor | - | - | 4:15pm | 5:35pm |
Sunday Steam & Vintage Railmotor Tour
Those wanting to know more about the history and enjoy a Steam Train ride may combine the two services on Sundays.(This service will not be available on special event days - Check detail Timetable)
Travel down the escarpment on a Vintage Railmotor from Clarence Station and hear the live commentary on the railway's history and construction. There is a photo stop at No. 1 Viaduct to watch the Steam Train climb the steep grade to Top Points. The Railmotor continues to Bottom Points, stopping again for photos below No. 1 Viaduct as the Steam Train passes above. At Bottom Points there is a conducted tour of the locomotive repair depot.
The shop at Bottom Points is open for light refreshments while waiting for the Steam Train to take you back to Clarence.
The return journey takes about 2.5 hours
| Clarence Departures | Clarence Returns | Bottom point Departures | Bottom Point returns | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railmotor | 9:40am | 11:35am | 8:50am | 10:15am |
| Steam | 11:00am | 12:20pm | 9:50am | 11:35am |
| Railmotor | 11:40am | 1:35pm | 10:50pm | 12:15pm |
| Steam | 1:00pm | 2:20pm | 11:50pm | 1:35pm |
| Railmotor | 1:40pm | 3:35pm | 12:50pm | 2:15pm |
| Steam | 3:00pm | 4:20pm | 1:50pm | 3:35pm |
| Railmotor | - | - | 2:50pm | 4:35pm |
Two Steam Trains
On some weekends two steam hauled trains operate, or a steam train and a rail motor, or a steam train and a diesel train. Services depart from Clarence at hourly intervals from 10.00 to 3.00.
Short Train Ride
Those with limited time to experience the Zig Zag Railway may make a short return journey to Top Points. This service operates when there are two passenger trains running (every Sunday and two train service days) and takes about 45 minutes.
Walk & Ride
For those looking for chance to combine fitness and fun, it is possible to bushwalk and ride the train. By purchasing a single ticket, visitors may walk from Clarence Station to Bottom Points Station, enjoying amazing scenery, unique Blue Mountain Flora and Fauna, and encountering many great photo opportunities. This walk changes with the seasons and allows you to appreciate the blue Mountain Heritage Listed Wilderness and the engineering feats and architecture of the Zig Zag’s construction. Check with our ticket officer for times of the return rides. The walk is mainly downhill and takes approximately 45 minutes. Walkers may relax by catching a train uphill from Bottom Points back to Clarence.
While the first part of the walk out of Clarence is reasonable going, the lower part is steep with many steps and definitely not suitable for those of impaired mobility.
School Tours
The railway offers special tours for schools, at special rates - with teachers and parents free of charge. Special times can be arranged - both earlier and later departures than the standard times. Lunch can be provided - or bring your own and share with the Zig Zag Kangaroos. Zig Zag Packages are available for classroom follow up with History, Photographs, Crosswords and Games.
Contact Debbie at (02) 6355 2955 (Business hours weekdays) or email Zig Zag Railway
DISCLAIMER
The Zig Zag Railway makes every effort to maintain services and facilities shown, but cannot guarantee trains will arrive or depart at the times stated, and reserves the right to cancel, alter, substitute or suspend any train, service or facility without notice and will accept no responsibility for any loss incurred or delay caused. The Zig Zag Railway cannot be held responsible for missed connections.
Zig Zag Railway Fares
| Adult | Child | Senior/Concession | Family | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | $19.00 | $9.50 | $15.00 | |
| Return | $25.00 | $12.50 | $20.00 | $62.50 |
Children under 5 years old (not at school) - free with fare paying adult. These children are carried free, but must have complimentary tickets for insurance reasons. All children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult.
Group rates on application.
All day tickets are available.
Special events have different fares, see Friends of Thomas, Wizards Express.
Bookings are essential for special events.
Gift Vouchers are available for regular services and special events.