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Regional travel with NSW TrainLink

Planning a trip to visit friends or family? Heading into town for an appointment or event? Sit back, relax and let NSW TrainLink do the driving.

Getting around is easy with NSW TrainLink:

  • Choose from 365+ destinations across NSW, ACT, Victoria and Queensland
  • Stress less about driver fatigue or finding parking when you get there
  • Make the most of your travel time by catching up on reading, podcasts or however you like
  • Some of the biggest and best events in Australia are in our regional areas. Browse upcoming events and get there easily with NSW TrainLink.

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Explore regional NSW

Find out more and see what’s happening in each region across NSW, including North Coast, Central West and Orana, and South East and Tablelands.
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Autumn Colours Heritage Festival

Bathurst

14 March – 9 May 2024

This event celebrates Bathurst’s rich history with a series of guided tours by local experts through some of the region’s most significant historical sites, along with events that preserve traditions and stories that have shaped Bathurst into the beautiful, thriving regional centre it is today. Visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink Station: Bathurst

Tenterfield Autumn Festival

Tenterfield

29 March - 1 April 2024

The community and nature really put on a show during autumn in Tenterfield and there’s fun for the whole family over the Easter long weekend! There’ll be country markets, horse and cart rides, a vintage car display, wine tasting and tours, a colour fun run, Easter egg hunt, Barefoot Bowls, live music and arts and crafts to name just a few of the activities. Visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink Station: Armidale and the TrainLink coach to Tenterfield

Orange F.O.O.D Week

Orange

5 – 14 April 2024

Autumn is a fantastic time to visit Central NSW, with vibrant autumn foliage guaranteed. If you’re a foodie, you also won’t want to go past Orange’s 10-day F.O.O.D (Food of Orange District) Festival which showcases the region’s great food and wine. Indulge your senses as local chefs and restaurants exhibit their skills with farm gate tours, cooking demonstrations and the famous 100-Mile Dinner. Visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink Station: Orange

Armidale Autumn Festival

Armidale

6 April 2024

Armidale’s annual autumn festival celebration transforms the city’s centre into a hub of entertainment. There’ll be pipe bands, food trucks, market stalls, amusement rides a street parade and live entertainment from 1.30pm. Join the community in celebration of Armidale in its autumn splendour.  Visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink station: Armidale

Falling Leaf Festival

Tumut

26 – 28 April 2024

2024 will mark the 70th Anniversary of this much-loved festival which celebrates the arrival of autumn.  Head into Tumut town for live music, local arts and craft, produce markets, workshops, a street parade, live theatre and comedy. Most activities are free, but some require bookings – visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink station: Junee, then TrainLink coach to Tumut

Vivid Sydney

Sydney

24 May – 15 June 2024

An annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology which transforms Sydney for 23 days and nights. Brace yourself for a city illuminated with awe-inspiring art installations and 3D light projections, casting a magical glow upon Sydney’s iconic buildings and urban spaces. Expect live music, dance, pop-up markets and dining experiences that pay homage to the rich diversity of the community. Visit the event website for more information.

Nearest TrainLink station: Central