1. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a popular tourist attraction located in Cairns, Australia. It is a historic railway that runs from Cairns to Kuranda, providing stunning views of the tropical rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. The railway was built between 1886 and 1891, and it has been in operation since then. Along the railway, there are several stops where visitors can disembark to explore the rainforest and waterfalls. The journey takes approximately 1.5 hours each way.
2. The railway operates daily, with departures from Cairns at 8:30 am, 9:30 am, 10:30 am, and 2:00 pm. Return trips from Kuranda depart at 9:50 am, 11:00 am, 3:30 pm, and 5:00 pm. The contact phone number for the Kuranda Scenic Railway is +61 7 4053 1888.
3. Ticket prices vary depending on the type of ticket and the time of year. As of 2021, the one-way adult fare between Cairns and Kuranda is $52.50 AUD, and the round-trip fare is $105 AUD. Children’s tickets are available at a discounted rate. There are also several ticket packages available that include other attractions in the area, such as the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Visitors can purchase tickets online or at the Kuranda Scenic Railway station in Cairns. Transportation to and from the station is not provided, but there are several public transportation options available, including buses and taxis.
