Galston Mini Trains

Galston Mini Trains has an extensive 5″ gauge miniature railway, with a main-line length about 1 km. The trains run through a natural bush setting.

There is a mix of steam and “diesel” (i.e. petrol or electric) locomotives and the trains run continually throughout the day. But, on days of a Total Fire Ban this will be limited to “diesel”.

There is also a large G1 layout which is being developed with scale buildings.

Galston Mini Trains are on the 2nd Sunday each month.

The mini trains run every 2nd Sunday even on Mother’s Day and long weekends.

Gates open at 9:30 but the rides operate from 10 am to 3 pm. They may finish earlier if there are very few people left or the weather turns bad.

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Galston Mini Trains

All the information you need to visit

Age Requirements

Rides for toddlers are available only if the child is old enough to sit on a seat, self supported.

Babes in arms, or in kapoochis, may not be carried on trains

Wet Weather

The running day will only be cancelled if there is steady rain at Galston in the morning.

They will usually run if the weather is showery.

A decision will be made by about 9:30 am. If you want to get the latest information on the day, please call them on 9653 1630 after 9:30 am.

Hot Weather

The running day will also be cancelled if the forecast (for Parramatta) indicates that the day will be 40 °C or more.

If we have cancelled, this web site will have a note at the top of each page. You can also call them on 9653 1630 to check.

What to wear

Please note that all train passengers must wear fully enclosed footware – not sandals or thongs!

It is suggested that you wear older clothes when visiting.

Parking

The parking is on Mid Dural Road, on the left as you come from Galston.

You’ll see a dirt slip road which leads to our gate.

Off-street parking is available at the Galston end of this slip road.

The entrance is just after the 80km/h sign.

Accessibility

Please note that the site has steps. If you bring a pram or stroller you will have to carry it up and down the stairs.

There are also no facilities for disabled visitors. It is possible to get a wheelchair into the viewing areas, but only by having some gates unlocked especially. Please ask the Galston Mini Trains people are on site for help. Unfortunately, there are also not disabled toilet facilities.