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The Taranaki Mountaineer

Hop on board our beautifully restored heritage carriages, hauled by our classic diesel locomotive DBR1254, for an unforgettable journey along a usually freight-only rail line. Experience the stunning views as we glide past Mt. Taranaki, travelling to Hawera and over viaducts and bridges to the coast at Patea.
 

Jump on board with the Glenbrook Vintage Railway for another easy day out by train! 
Hauled by classic diesel locomotive DBR1254 - our train will make its way through the Taranaki heartland, navigating around the beautiful Mt Taranaki towards Hawera and Patea. 

You'll be treated to stunning views of rivers, viaducts, bridges and of course, the mighty Mt Taranaki throughout the journey. So hop on board this truly unique rail adventure, as we step back in time – to how travel used to be – and experience the romance of travelling by rail!

 



 

The Taranaki Mountaineer | New Plymouth to Patea & Return + Hawera to Patea & Return. 

Sit back and relax aboard The Taranaki Mountaineer as we travel from New Plymouth to Hawera and Patea and return. This lovely journey is a great day out, starting as we depart New Plymouth along the rockwall coastline before heading into the Taranaki heartland - renowed for producing some of the best dairy in New Zealand! Travelling throught he rich fertile farmlands, Mt Taranaki guides our way south. Passing through country towns like Inglewood, Stratford and Eltham before shortly arriving into Hawera for a short stop at 10.35am.

We will wave goodbye (for now) to some of our passengers here, and pick up some Hawera locals. Departing Hawera, we soon pass by the impressive Whareroa Dairy Factory - on of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, processing over 14 million litres of milk daily in the peak period! From Whareroa, we traverse over several short and sharp descents and ascents, crossing viaducts over the Tangahoe and Manawapou rivers, before ultimately meeting the coast again as we descend into Patea. 

At Patea, our locomotives will shunt from one of the train to the other in order to pull us back towards Hawera and New Plymouth. Enjoy the afternoon views, sip on a drink from our bar and savour the open-air views as you relax on your journey home with us. 

For those travelling back to New Plymouth, there will be a 90-minute stop over at Hawera on the way back to stretch your legs or grab a bite to eat.

This is a rare opportunity to ride the rails in Taranaki - so why not make a full day of it?

Book now and avoid missing this truly amazing rail adventure. 

  
 


 


 

Option 1  | New Plymouth to Patea & Return!

Take the full adventure from New Plymouth to Patea, travelling around the mountain, and over rivers and viaducts. 

Fares

Return Ex New Plymouth - Wind Wand Pedestrian Crossing

Adult: $85

Child (Ages 2 - 14): $65

One child under 2 may sit on each adult's knee. Children under 2 seated in the manner do not require a ticket.

Timetable

Outward
New Plymouth - Wind Wand Pedestrain Crossing dep. 8.55am
Hawera dep. 10.40am
Patea arr. 11.45am
Inward
Patea dep. 12.05pm
Hawera arr. 1.00pm
Hawera dep. 2.30pm
New Plymouth - Wind Wand Pedestrain Crossing arr. 4.05pm


 

 

Option 2  | Hawera to Patea and Return!

Calling all Hawera locals!! Join us on this truly rare opportunity to travel by train from Hawera to Patea and return. 

Fares

Return Ex Hawera

General Admission (Ages 2+): $35

One child under 2 may sit on each adult's knee. Children under 2 seated in the manner do not require a ticket.

Timetable

Outward
Hawera dep. 10.40am
Patea arr. 11.45am
Inward
Patea dep. 12.05pm
Hawera arr. 1.00pm

 

Station Information

New Plymouth Station
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WUNRWEPHats8YU226

Access is next to the Wind Wand Carpark, off St Aubyn Street and opposite Egmont Street. 
Parking is limited.

Hawera Station 
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hmAiQyebRYiBRa1f7

Access is via Glover Road.
Limited roadside parking is available. 


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We aim to seat passengers from the same booking together. You will be allocated at least one window seat for bookings of 2 or more (subject to availability). Where possible, seats will be turned to face the direction of travel (pairs and singles) or to face each other (groups). If you are traveling with people on a different booking or have another specific request then please email us as soon as possible at [email protected] and we will try and accommodate your request the best we can. Your allocated seat and carriage details will be on your boarding pass which will be emailed to you at least 2-3 days before your departure date.

Onboard Information

  • Smoking or the consumption of Alcohol (not served by your train crew) is prohibited anywhere onboard our trains, including on any viewing platform, this includes the use or charging of e-cigarettes.
  • Due to the heritage nature of our carriages there is limited accessibility for people traveling with Wheelchairs. Please contact us in advance to discuss your requirements.
  • Animals apart from seeing and hearing guide dogs may not travel onboard our trains.
  • Only the named passengers on your booking will be allocated seats. One child under 2 may sit on each adult's knee. Children under 2 seated in the manner do not require a ticket.
  • There are toilets onboard our train which can be used throughout the journey.
  • Cold food or drink may be brought and consumed onboard the train provided that this does not disturb our passengers and that you take all rubbish and food scraps with you. 

Refund Information

  • Refunds of fares paid, net of any payments made by GVR from those fares, requested and received by GVR up to and including fourteen clear days before the commencement of the trip or tour will be made without deduction other than a $30 administration charge per person booked. However no administration charge will apply where refunds arise as a consequence of the trip or tour being fully booked, cancelled prior to commencing, or postponed to a later date and the refund application is received within four days of the original trip or tour date.
  • No refunds will be given in the event of breakdown en route or unavailability of the advertised means of conveyance.
  • No refunds will be made if after departure, for whatever reason, passengers do not utilise the included trip or tour arrangements. Travel insurance may provide some degree of relief in limited cases.
  • No refunds of fares paid or any other form on recompense will be given as a result of any person missing any aircraft, train, bus or ferry in connection with this trip or tour for whatever reason.
  • No refunds will be given for cancellations unless the request is notified in writing to the GVR at least fourteen clear days before commencement of the trip or tour. Each such cancellation will be subject to the $30 administration charge per person booked.

Book now for The Taranaki Mountaineer - Thursday 7th November 2024

Your ticket includes return train travel.  

Option 1 - New Plymouth to Patea & Return - Dep. 8.55am

Adult:
@ $85.00 each
Child (2-14):
@ $65.00 each

Option 2 - Hawera to Patea & Return - Dep. 10.40am

General Admission (Ages 2+):
@ $35.00 each