Toowoomba to Roma by Train and return to Toowoomba by bus – 3 Day/2 nights
Toowoomba to Roma by Train and return to Toowoomba by bus – 3 Day/2 nights
Adult ( TwinShare/Double) $ 1100.00
Adult Single $1150.00
Toowoomba to Roma return by bus
Join us for an exciting adventure from Toowoomba to Roma and back! Get ready to explore the beautiful countryside of Roma, QLD, Australia. Hop on our train and return to Toowoomba on comfortable buses and enjoy a scenic ride through stunning landscapes.
Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, history buff, this event is perfect for you! Discover the hidden gems of Roma, from its charming local markets to its rich cultural heritage.
See parking options below in the details…
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DAY 1 Toowoomba – Chinchilla – Friday 13th June 2025
0830 Arrive at Toowoomba Railway Station Railway Street Toowoomba QLD. Parking is available. (Wilsons Parking – Toowoomba Bus Interchange, 27 Neil Street Toowoomba 1800 727 546). Ensure your luggage is labelled with your name and mobile phone number. You will be allocated a railway carriage and seat. Toilets are available on the platform.
0930 Depart Toowoomba Railway Station.
1145 Arrive Dalby Railway Station – lunch available on the platform (included in ticket price)
1300 Depart Dalby.
1630 Arrive Chinchilla Railway Station
1645 Bus to motels
1700 Book into motel
1900 Dinner in Chinchilla (included in ticket price)
2130 Bus back to your motel
DAY 2 Chinchilla – Miles – Roma —- Saturday 14th June 2025
0730 Bus pickup to go to breakfast in Chinchilla
0745 Breakfast (included in ticket price)
0900 Bus to Railway Station
0930 Train to Miles
1100 Arrive at Miles (Loco takes on water)
1145 Train Departs for Roma
1230 Lunch on train (Boxed Lunch)
1630 Bus from station to Motel(s) in Roma
1800 Dinner
1915 Bus to Big Rig Tourist park for night show
1930 Show at Big Rig Tourist Park
2030 Bus pick up to take back to Motel if dinner not at Motel
2115 Back to Motel for night
DAY 3 Roma – Toowoomba Via Chinchilla (Bus) Sunday 15th June 25
0700 Bus to your breakfast in Roma or at Motel
0715 – 0830 Breakfast (included in ticket price)
0830 Bus to collect passengers and take to Big Rig for Big Rig guided tour then bus tour of Roma CBD
1030 – 1200 Have a look at the township of Roma and have lunch (own care)
1215 Leave Roma for Toowoomba via Chinchilla by Bus from railway station
1430 Arrive Chinchilla (set down pax)
1445 Depart Chinchilla for Toowoomba
1715 Arrive Toowoomba
Our friendly and knowledgeable guides will be there to provide interesting insights and answer any questions you may have along the way to Roma. So sit back, relax, and let us take care of the transportation while you focus on making unforgettable memories.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore Roma and its surroundings. Book your spot now and get ready for a memorable journey!
Why the return trip by bus? – Time and Expense.
A 3 day tour keeps the price reasonable for most rail enthusiasts. There is a return by train 4 day option . (Refer to our events page)
Parking Suggestions
$8.00/day undercover parking is available at the Neil Street Toowoomba Bus Terminal Wilson Carpark. This can be prebooked. There are closer Wilson Carparks but they are not undercover.
We recommend you drop your baggage at the station and passengers, travel to the carpark and walk back. Its 2 city blocks away (approx. 10 minute walk).
Wilson can be contacted on 1800727546.
Email us at events@downsexplorer.org.au if you have food allergies or wish to sit with friend. Please provide details (please do not phone).
Please note…
Please plan to arrive at the Toowoomba Railway Station, Raiway Street, Toowoomba at least 30 minutes before departure.
Relevant Travel Details:
• A kiosk selling tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages and snacks is available on the train. Although we have eftpos available, we do pass through some black spots. Please have cash available for this if necessary.
We make every endeavor to ensure that the tour will operate as advertised. Unfortunately, this may not always be possible owing to unforeseen circumstances such as total fire bans or mechanical failures. In such events we reserve the right to make whatever changes are necessary, without compensation. However, any changes made will only be after we have exhausted all reasonable efforts to provide the tour as advertised.
• Where steam is unavailable, SDSR will replace it with the Heritage Diesel Locomotive.
• Some services may cancel at short notice. You will be notified by email and refunded automatically (in most cases).
• If you would like to sit in a carriage with friends that have booked tickets separately from you, email events@downsexplorer.org.au at least a week prior to your tour to let us know the name the tickets were booked in, trip details and order number. If you do not let us know, you may be seated in separate carriages.
• Times shown on brochures are subject to approval of the relevant authorities and could differ on the day. Correct times will be advised on your tickets or by special email.
• We appreciate all feedback, good or bad. Make contact via: “email to: events@downsexplorer.org.au”
Membership:
We are a not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers. Consider becoming a member to keep up to date on events, progress and general news. Membership is $30 and can be arranged via our website: “www.downsexplorer.org.au/membership”.
If you have any further questions, Email us bookings@downsexplorer.org.au