Mary Valley Rattler: Gympie steam train tour prices & timetable

The Mary Valley Rattler from Gympie, Queensland, offers a steam train experience plus a Tasting Train, serving up local Sunshine Coast food.

The Mary Valley Rattler is a heritage steam train operating from Gympie Station in Gympie, Queensland.

There are several tourist train services running along the preserved stretch of Sunshine Coast train line from Gympie to Amamoor. The total journey covers 40km, although it’s much more about the experience of being on the steam train than what you see along the way.

Steam train from Gympie Station

Of the several options for tours on the Mary Valley Rattler, the Classic Rattler Run is the standard option. This steam train tour departs on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9am. The cost for this three hour trip is $69, although you can upgrade with food and drink options.

On Sundays at 9am, the Mary Valley Rattler is an all stations train. In practice, that doesn’t make an awful lot of difference. It just stops at Dagun Station as well, and takes half an hour longer. Tickets still cost the same $69 price.

The departure times and prices were checked on 30 September 2025, but are subject to change in future. Confirm with the operator when booking.