Kingston Flyer
The Kingston Flyer is New Zealand's famous vintage steamtrain, running on two AB Pacific Class steam locomotives. It has a history that spans over 125 years!
History
The original Kingston Flyer was a passenger service that operated between Kingston and the Main South Line at Gore from 1878 through to the mid 1950s. It provided a passageway to Queenstown and the surrounding stations, by meeting up with the lake steamers at Kingston Wharf.
Today
Today, the Kingston Flyer operates of a 14km stretch of track, with two excursions between Kingston and Fairlight daily during October to April.
Operating Schedule
| Departure Kingston 10:00am Fairlight 11:00am Kingston 1:30pm Fairlight 2:30pm |
Arrival Fairlight 10:30am Kingston 11:30am Fairlight 2:00pm Kingston 3:00pm |
You can take a return journey or a one-way trip in either direction.
Charters
The Kingston Flyer is available on a full charter basis for special functions and for groups travelling between Queenstown and Milford Sound or Invercargill. The train has a seating capacity of up to 300 passengers and is a wonderful option for conference and incentive group functions. We are able to cater for a variety of group interests, from weddings to corporate functions to incentive groups.
Fairlight Station Facilities
- Railway station
- Souvenir shop
- Arts and crafts
- Toilets
- Recreational area
- Fishing
- Secure and easy parking
Contact
Kingston Railway Station
Queenstown
New Zealand
Phone: +64-3-248-8848
Fax: +64-3-248-8881
Freephone: 0800 4 FLYER (435 937)
Email:
Website: www.kingstonflyer.co.nz