The Cockatoo Run

East Coast Heritage Rail invites you to join us on the famous Cockatoo Run

One of Australia’s Great Heritage Rail Experiences

Join us for a relaxing day out onthe Cockatoo Run which commences its journey in Sydney and travels via the spectacular Illawarra route to Wollongong.

From there our train tackles the steep grade of the Illawarra escarpment past waterfalls and splendid coastal views, as well as passing through the magnificent rainforest, to the Southern Highlands town of Robertson.

Alight at Robertson to spend time exploring this popular country town. Enjoy lunch at one of the local restaraunts, or bring a picnic lunch to have in the park next to the histric Robertson Railway Station.

CARRIAGES, FARES AND TICKETS

Fares are available ex Sydney (departing Central, Wolli Creek and Sutherland) or ex Illawarra (departing Thirroul, Wollongong or Unanderra). Illawarra discounts are only applicable to some fare types.

Fare Types:

• Compare the different seating options for each carriage on our Seating Page
• Interurban: MFS – sitting carriages with mostly four facing seats and a table
• Tourist: SFN – sitting carriages with booths containing four facing seats and a table
• Premier: SBN and ABN- spacious sitting carriage with four facing individual seats and a table
• Lounge: CAM – a shared social space with lounge seats facing into the aisle, suitable for a large group
• Twinette: ABN – a private compartment for two.
• Private Berth: CAM – a private space suitable for up to 3 standard adults, perfect for two people
• Group Compartment: XFS – a large compartment for up to 8 people to enjoy a private group atmosphere, spacious for 6

Fare Categories:

• Adult
• Senior (Seniors card may be presentable on request at boarding)
• Child (under 16) – Interurban and Tourist Fares only. Infants who do not occupy a seat (and travel on their parent’s lap) do not require a ticket, however you must call us to ensure their name is recorded on the adult ticket.
• Group bookings welcome (minimum 20 passengers).  Discounts available in Interurban and Tourist Classes.

BOARDING INFORMATION

Our trains usually depart from Platform 1 at Sydney Central Station and pick up as shown on our timetable. Please check departure indicators at your joining station in case of platform changes.

If you are using a Sydney Trains or NSW TrainLink service to connect with our train, visit www.transportnsw.info or call 131 500 to plan your journey. Our tickets DO NOT include travel on Sydney Trains or NSW TrainLink services. Seating on our trains is allocated – as a courtesy to passengers joining the train at other stations, please occupy only the seats allocated on your booking unless advised by your Passenger Attendant.

Please ensure you arrive at your boarding station AT LEAST 15 MINUTES before our scheduled departure time. As we share the lines with many other trains, we cannot wait for late passengers. 

BUFFET SERVICE

There is a licensed buffet service available on the train, serving hot and cold light refreshments including tea/coffee, soft drinks, scones and cream, and a selection of cakes and confectionary. Please note, our train is a licensed venue, so there is strictly NO BYO permitted.

We ask that you please bring gold coins and cash in small denominations for all onboard purchases to help our buffet team, as EFTPOS facilities are very intermittent on most trips due to limited reception. You are also welcome to bring your own food on the train!

A wide slection of high quality souvenirs is also available on our trains.

THINGS TO DO IN ROBERTSON

The Village of Robertson things to do website

RESTAURANT INFORMATION IN ROBERTSON

The Village of Robertson Where to Eat website

We recommend that passengers make their own lunch reservations in advance, as the venues are capacity constrained. Book early to avoid disappointment!

INDICATIVE TIMETABLE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Central to Robertson

• Central Station depart 9:06am
• Wolli Creek 9:19am
• Sutherland 9:46am
• Thirroul 10:36am
• Wollongong 10:53am
• Unanderra 11:06am
• Robertson arrive 12:31pm (approximately 3 hours in town)

Robertson to Central

On the day, please follow instruction from your Passenger Attendant for precise departure timings at Robertson for the return journey. Timetabled arrival times for the return journey:

• Unanderra 5:01pm
• Wollongong 5:10pm
• Thirroul 5:22pm
• Sutherland 6:12pm
• Wolli Creek 6:35pm
• Central arrive 6:50pm