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Kuranda Scenic Railway

Kuranda, Queensland

History

A 37 km line from Cairns to Kuranda, opened in 1891, climbing 328 m through 15 hand-dug tunnels and over 37 bridges in the Barron Gorge. A chance to see the range without driving; many travellers combine it with Skyrail.

Nearest town
Kuranda, Queensland
Category
History & culture
GPS
-16.8183, 145.6388

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–May and October–November. Hot in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Kuranda and the Atherton Tablelands Loop – a train travels down the tracksPhoto by Tyler Mower on Unsplash
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Scenic byways

Kuranda and the Atherton Tablelands Loop

177 km11 stops3 days

Nearby

Nature

Barron Falls

Kuranda, Queensland
Views

Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns

Cairns, Queensland
Nature

Green Island

Cairns, Queensland
Nature

Four Mile Beach

Port Douglas, Queensland

FAQs

Where is Kuranda Scenic Railway?

Kuranda Scenic Railway is in Kuranda, Queensland, at GPS -16.8183, 145.6388.

Which road trips pass Kuranda Scenic Railway?

Kuranda Scenic Railway is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kuranda and the Atherton Tablelands Loop.

What is there to see near Kuranda Scenic Railway?

Places worth a stop nearby: Barron Falls (3 km), Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns (19 km), Green Island (36 km) and Four Mile Beach (42 km).

When is the best time to visit Kuranda Scenic Railway?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–May and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)