Train journeys

The outback town that changed Australia forever

Decisions made a century ago in the Trades Hall in Broken Hill continue to influence our working lives – for the better.

• by Brian Johnston

Thailand’s most unusual train ride is chaotic and surreal

Thailand’s Mae Klong Railway Market is one to watch out for. Quite literally.

• by Julia D'Orazio

Forget beach resorts – no other holiday is as relaxing as this

If you want to remove yourself from life’s troubles, there’s no better escape than a long-distance journey across outback Australia.

• by Brian Johnston

Views from this train are so spectacular, it doesn’t matter where you sit

On this New Zealand train route the dramatic scenery is matched by engineering masterpieces.

• by Kerry van der Jagt

Why you have to see Australia by train

SPONSORED Australia is a vast, sprawling landscape and the perfect way to see it is by train.

Do I like this train station? I could happily live in it

Most of Japan’s train stations are great, but if this was like that movie The Terminal, and I was stuck living my entire life here – honestly, I’d be pretty happy.

• by Ben Groundwater

This heritage sleeper train will take you from Melbourne to wine time

It makes sense to have a designated driver while you’re exploring wineries, but on this journey we have a designated train driver.

• by Tim Richards

The Blue Mountains’ historic train is steaming again

After being mothballed for 11 years, the return of the historic Zig Zag Railway last year has been met with packed carriages and waving fans.

• by Caroline Gladstone

This is not the smooth, modern rail experience you expect in Europe

The train leaves half an hour late, arrives an hour late, and is jam-packed and uncomfortable. It’s also very expensive.

• by Ben Groundwater

New airlines, airports and Qantas’ new plane: What’s flying in 2024

A new Airbus is on the way and the Paris Olympics will see two-person, electric powered air taxis. Here’s how we’ll be travelling next year.

• by Michael Gebicki