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The Q Train

2/10 Station St, Drysdale VIC 3222, Australia

Recommended by 80 people

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2/10 Station St, Drysdale VIC 3222, Australia

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+61 3 4238 3930
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Q Train

The Q Train rolls along the Bellarine Peninsula, pairing heritage rail travel with a regional multi-course degustation. Guests take in sweeping views from Drysdale down to the edge of Swan Bay, settled into dining tables or restored private sleeper compartments. The kitchen focuses squarely on local Bellarine and Otways growers—serving courses like corn arancini alongside matched regional wines, local beers, or house mocktails. Scheduled platform stops break up the three-hour journey to let you step outside, stretch your legs, and watch the train run along the tracks before the dessert course arrives.

  • Scenic Heritage Rail Journey: Runs along the Bellarine Peninsula between Drysdale and Queenscliff, featuring scheduled platform pauses to stretch your legs.
  • Multi-Course Regional Degustation: Showcases Bellarine and Otways produce alongside matched regional wines, craft beers, or mocktails.
  • Private First-Class Compartments: Offers converted sleeper train booths with dedicated table service for uninterrupted milestones.
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Why Dine Aboard The Q Train

Discover why guests celebrate milestones aboard Bellarine’s moving heritage restaurant train.

  • Locally Sourced Seasonal Food & Wine

    Savor multi-course dining paired with Bellarine and Otways wines and craft beverages as the heritage train glides between Drysdale and Queenscliff.

    All local produce & wines sourced from around the Bellarine Peninsula & outer Geelong region such as the Otways.

    robert atkinson

  • Attentive Service & Dietary Accommodations

    Dietary requirements are thoughtfully catered for alongside inclusive course-by-course beverage pairings and mocktails.

    The chef catered for our MANY dietary needs. The waiters were top notch and clearly love what they do

    Kathleen McGuire

  • Nostalgic, Relaxed Heritage Romance

    Historic carriages and a gentle travel rhythm evoke nostalgic romance, transporting guests to a slower, elegant era.

    The steady easy movement of the train taking us back to time where things moved a little slower and you engaged in your surroundings.

    Rheana Nation

  • Pampered Milestone Celebrations

    Attentive hospitality and seamless touches create confidence that milestone anniversaries and birthdays feel truly honored.

    We felt truly pampered throughout the entire journey.

    Lou

  • Exclusive First-Class Compartments

    Converted sleeper carriages provide secluded private tables for uninterrupted conversation away from communal dining rooms.

    We traveled in a First Class carriage and had our own private compartment and table.

    Hadas Englender

  • Intimate Occasions & Surprises

    Designed for couples and intimate groups celebrating meaningful occasions together in dedicated private quarters.

    Hubby surprised me for our anniversary and took me on the Q train! I’d never heard of this before and I was pleasantly surprised. We travelled first class, had our own private area.

    Tia Rific

Beyond the menu

Attentive gestures and heritage touches that elevate your rail journey

  • Red Carpet Welcome and Platform Welcome Drinks

    Guests stepping onto the platform are greeted directly with arrival drinks such as bubbly, beer, or mocktails alongside red carpet photography before boarding.

  • Restored Historic Sleeper Details

    Train carriages converted from historic sleeper cabins retain working original bedside lighting, adding authentic nostalgic detail to private dining compartments.

  • Handwritten Celebration Cards

    Waitstaff and culinary teams provide personalised handwritten cards celebrating guest milestone birthdays and anniversaries at their private tables.

  • Curated Station Drive-By Photo Stops

    Platform stops include curated photo opportunities, including a staged train 'drive-by' where the engine maneuvers past station platforms for guest photography.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the trip and what does the journey include?

The journey lasts around three hours between Drysdale and Queenscliff, featuring scheduled station stops along the route where guests can stretch their legs, step onto platforms, and use station facilities. Meals and drinks are served in sync with the train's precise schedule.

What is included in the First Class carriage experience?

First Class carriages feature private converted sleeper compartments with dedicated tables and personalized butler service. In these bookings, the multi-course degustation menu includes paired drinks such as local wines, beer, and mocktails.

Can special dietary requirements be accommodated?

The culinary team accommodates various dietary requirements, offering options like vegetarian menus and customized requests when arranged in advance.

Is parking available at the station?

There is ample parking available at Drysdale station for guests arriving by car.

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