World First Solar Train
Journey along the scenic 3km coastal track between the Byron town centre and burgeoning North Beach precinct on this immaculately restored 1949 era two carriage train.
This is net carbon positive travel, Byron style. The service generates enough power over and above what is needed to run the operation to power thirteen average three person homes for a year. All thanks to a 4.6 billion year old power source.
Relax on vintage lounge seats in the first class carriage or chat to fellow passengers in coach class as you travel past littoral rainforest, endangered coastal wetlands and over the stunning tea tree Belongil Creek, part of the Cape Byron Marine Park. Original interiors come complete with fresh air from open windows, bringing delight to old and young on the ten minute one way experience. Or enjoy a return 25 minute experience departing from North Beach Station.
The Byron Solar Train has capacity for 92 seated passengers, additional standing passengers and luggage room for bikes, prams and surfboards, carried free of charge. The service operates every day of the year except Christmas Day.
North Beach Station
On Bayshore Drive serving Sunrise Beach, Elements of Byron Resort, The Sun Bistro and the Byron Arts Estate including Habitat and Stone & Wood Brewery. There is a a disabled access toilet and plenty of free parking.
Byron Beach Station
Next to the Shirley Street level crossing in Byron Bay township between the First Sun Caravan Park and Simmos Caltex Service Station.
Fares
0 – 3 Years – free
4 – 13 Years – $5 one way – $8 return
14+ Years – $7 one way – $12 return
Adult 10 trip saver – $45
Ride in Style package $35
Return adult train ticket and lunch at the North Byron Hotel
Ride in Elevated Style package $140
Enjoy a seafood platter for two and two drinks hosted at Azure Bar and Grill, with two return adult train tickets included.
Awards
Engineering Excellence Award 2018 Engineers Association Australia National Awards
Rail Sustainability Award 2018 Australasian Rail Association
Good Design Award Gold Winner 2018 Good Design Awards, Product Design Category
Good Design Award Winner 2018 Good Design Awards, Engineering Category
Judges Honorable Mention 2018 Clean Energy Council Solar Design and Installation Awards
Byron Solar Train is a not for profit company and are also an accredited heritage rail operator.
Contact Details
Phone: 02 8123 2130
mail: [email protected]
Website: byronbaytrain.com.au
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