 The Zig Zag Railway is a prime preserved tourist railway in the Blue Mountains, 150km west of Sydney. Trains run daily (except Christmas Day) at 11am, 1pm, 3pm from Clarence Station.
The railway lies on the western side of the Blue Mountains and runs between Clarence Station at the higher point and Bottom Points Station at the lower point.
Clarence Station has no main line railway connection, and is the access point for passengers arriving by road. Passengers arriving by main line train alight at the Zig Zag platform beside the Zig Zag Railway depot.
Special events include the Wizard Express train and the Friends of Thomas train.
The Zig Zag Railway was built between 1866 and 1869, and acclaimed a major engineering feat of its time. It was constructed to enable produce to be taken to Sydney from the prosperous farming areas beyond the Blue Mountains and to develop the coal and iron ore deposits found in the Lithgow Valley.
The Zig Zag consists of a series of sloping tracks forming the letter "Z" with reversing stations at Top and Bottom Points. The Top part of the 'Z' is Top Road, the middle part is Middle Road. Bottom Road is now only a short section leading to the Depot; the rest remains part of NSW State Rail network.
The track passes over three magnificent sandstone viaducts, through two tunnels. There are striking views over the surrounding countryside.
Souvenirs, coffee, tea, soft drinks, pies, sausage rolls, sandwiches, confectionery and ice-creams are available from Clarence and Bottom Points stations.
Visitors may walk from Clarence station to Bottom Points station. Along the way can be seen the unique flora that abounds in this part of the Blue Mountains; displaying a beauty that varies with the seasons.
Rates: Adult - $20.00, Child - $10.00, Seniors/Concession - $16.00. Family (two adults and up to three children, or one adult and up to four children) - $50.00.
Special events have different fares, see Friends of Thomas, Dining Train, Wizard Express
Bookings are essential for special events.
Child policy: Under 5 years old - free with fare paying adult. Children under 5 are carried free, but must have complimentary tickets for insurance reasons. All children must be accompanied by a fare paying adult.
Facilities
Picnic stops with BBQ facilities
Toilets (including disabled) at Clarence, Top Points & Bottom Points Stations.
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