Pichi Richi Explorer

Experience train travel as it was a century ago in the South Australian countryside on the Pichi Richi Explorer, a half-day steam-hauled train journey from Quorn.

As the track winds its way into the picturesque Pichi Richi Pass, you'll get a close-up view of the ancient Flinders Ranges geology in the deep rock cuttings built in the 1870s.

The carriages, some dating back to the 19th century, were used on narrow-gauge trains such as the Great Northern Express, the Ghan, the Broken Hill Express and  East-West Express and narrow-gauge services in the south-east of South Australia.

• Half-day steam train ride from Quorn
• 2.5 to 3 hours Quorn to Woolshed Flat and return (32 km)
• Light refreshments available at Woolshed Flat
• Morning services depart Quorn at 10.00 am and return at 12.30 pm
• Afternoon services depart Quorn at 2.00 pm and return at 5.00 pm
• Route map

Timetable

2026

2027

Current year fares

Bookings

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