About Bellarine Railway
The Bellarine Railway is a heritage tourist railway operating on 16 kilometres of the former South Geelong to Queenscliff branch line on the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria. Based at Queenscliff station in the Borough of Queenscliffe, it preserves Victorian Railways history with restored steam and diesel locomotives and carriages. Notable for scenic coastal, lake and rural views, historic stations and volunteer operation, it offers heritage train journeys between Queenscliff and Drysdale.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a heritage train journey between Queenscliff and Drysdale through coastal dunes, Swan Bay, Lake Victoria and rural farmland. The experience centres on Queenscliff station with its historic buildings, booking office, museum displays and picnic areas. Rides are in restored heritage carriages hauled by vintage steam or diesel locomotives, with stops at Laker's Siding and Suma Park before reaching Drysdale. The setting is relaxed and family-oriented with opportunities for photography and viewing restored rolling stock.
Key highlights
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16 km heritage railway journey between Queenscliff and Drysdale
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Vintage steam and diesel locomotives with restored heritage carriages
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Historic Queenscliff station precinct and preserved railway buildings
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Scenic views of Swan Bay, Lake Victoria, coastal dunes and Bellarine farmland