Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers – Spring Bluff shuttle
19 to 27 September 2026
Travel to the iconic Spring Bluff railway station during the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers aboard a heritage diesel-hauled train.
Operating daily from 19 to 27 September 2026, the Spring Bluff Shuttle takes visitors on a scenic 35-minute journey in heritage style wooden carriages through the Darling Downs to one of Queensland's most picturesque heritage railway stations, renowned for its spectacular spring gardens.
Return tickets for Adults are $22; Children aged 4 to 15 years are $11. Infants are free but require a seat booking. One-way journeys are not available.
With only 318 seats available per departure, bookings are essential.
Dating back to the 1860s, Spring Bluff railway station features over 160 years of history and beautifully landscaped gardens. Bring along a packed picnic to enjoy.
Please note: Light refreshments, coffee and snacks will be available for purchase from vendors at Spring Bluff. Cash is recommended as mobile and internet coverage can be limited.
Timetable schedule
Two return daily departures from Saturday 19 September to Sunday 27 September 2026.
Morning return trip shuttle (3603)
- Departs Toowoomba at 9:00am, arrives Spring Bluff at 9:35am
- Departs Spring Bluff at 11:00am, arrives in Toowoomba at 11:35am
Afternoon return trip shuttle (3605)
- Departs Toowoomba at 1:00pm, arrives Spring Bluff at 1:35pm
- Departs Spring Bluff at 3:00pm, arrives in Toowoomba at 3:35pm
Details on Spring Bluff Shuttle fares, how to book and terms and conditions, are available in the tabs below.
Bookings close: 1 hour prior to departure.
Looking for information on Carnival events, entertainment and activities? Visit the official
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers website.
Book your Spring Bluff shuttle train tickets
Seating availability
Please check the seating availability table on this page daily, as seats may become available due to cancellations. For real time availability, please use the Rail Search.
Seats are limited and advanced booking is strongly recommended.
This table is a guide only and will be updated regularly but due to popular demand seats sell quickly.
Date
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Morning return trip shuttle (3603) |
Afternoon return trip shuttle (3605)
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Saturday, 19 September 2026
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Available
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Available
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Sunday, 20 September 2026
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Available |
Available
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Monday, 21 September 2026
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Available |
Available |
Tuesday, 22 September 2026
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Available |
Available
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Wednesday, 23 September 2026
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Available
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Available |
Thursday, 24 September 2026
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Available
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Available |
Friday, 25 September 2026
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Available
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Available |
Saturday, 26 September 2026
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Available
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Available |
Sunday, 27 September 2026
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Available
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Available |