Cockatoo Run By Night - Saturday 13th December 2025
13/12/2025 (2:00 PM - 11:30 PM AEDT)
Seat Prices
Location
- Organiser:
- 3801 Limited, trading as East Coast Heritage Rail
- Venue:
- Central Station, Sydney
- Address:
- Eddy Avenue, Haymarket NSW, Australia
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Event Information
Cockatoo Run by Night
Saturday 13 December 2025
The Cockatoo Run by Night offers a truly unforgettable summer evening escape from the city — a magical twilight train journey through some of New South Wales’ most scenic coastal landscapes.
Departing Sydney – 2:00 PM
Step aboard our heritage diesel-hauled train at Sydney Central Station and enjoy a refreshing ride with open windows as we travel south through the stunning Royal National Park. The route reveals spectacular views of the Illawarra coastline, with sweeping vistas over Stanwell Tops, Wollongong, and Unanderra.
Dinner in Robertson – 6:20 PM
Arrive in the charming village of Robertson, nestled in the Southern Highlands. You’ll have 2.5 hours to enjoy the local atmosphere at your own pace.
Choose from cosy restaurants, historic pubs, and country eateries – all serving up warm hospitality and delicious fare.
Dinner is at your own expense, giving you the freedom to dine your way.
👉 Tip: We recommend making a reservation in advance, as local venues may fill up quickly.
Explore options: www.robertsondiscovermore.com/food
The Night Journey Home
Departing Robertson at 8:30 PM, the train begins a breathtaking descent through the escarpment under the stars. We’ll make a special stop at Summit Tank, where you can step off the train to enjoy sweeping evening views over Lake Illawarra, lit by the glow of the coastline.
The journey concludes with a late-night arrival back in Sydney, around midnight, leaving you with memories of a truly unique rail adventure.
Fares & Tickets
Boarding locations:
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Sydney Region: Central, Wolli Creek, Sutherland
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Illawarra Region: Thirroul, Wollongong, Unanderra (Discounted fares may apply)
Fare Categories:
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Adult
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Senior (valid card may be requested)
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Child (4–16 years)
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Family Bundle (2 Adults + 2 Children)
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Infant (under 4 – free on lap, must be added by phone)
Group Bookings (20+):
Call 1300 65 3801 for special pricing and arrangements.
Seating Options
Choose your preferred experience:
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Interurban (MFS): Four facing seats with a table
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Tourist (SFN): Booth-style seating for four
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Premier (SBN): Spacious, individual seating for four
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Group Compartment (XFS): Private booth for up to 8 guests (ideal for 6)
👉 View layouts and photos on our Seating Page
Proposed Timetable(To Be Confirmed)
Outbound – Central to Robertson
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Central – 2:33 PM
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Wolli Creek – 2:46 PM
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Sutherland – 3:14 PM
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Thirroul – 4:09 PM
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Wollongong – 4:26 PM
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Unanderra – 4:34 PM
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Robertson (arrive) – 6:20 PM
Return – Robertson to Central
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Robertson – 8:30 PM
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Summit Tank Lookout – 9:15 PM
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Unanderra – 10:10 PM
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Wollongong – 10:23 PM
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Thirroul – 10:36 PM
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Sutherland – 11:40 PM
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Wolli Creek – 12:05 AM
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Central – 12:20 AM
Travel & Boarding Info
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Trains typically depart from Platform 1 at Sydney Central – check station screens on the day.
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Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure.
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Tickets do not include Sydney Trains or NSW TrainLink travel.
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Pre-allocated seating – please sit in your assigned seat.
Onboard Experience
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Licensed buffet car with hot/cold refreshments and bar service
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Souvenirs available for purchase
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EFTPOS may be limited – we recommend bringing small notes or gold coins
Accessibility & Mobility
Due to the heritage nature of our carriages, please note:
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Not wheelchair accessible
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Narrow doors and aisles – strollers and walkers must be foldable
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Items must not block aisles or exits
If you or someone in your group has mobility concerns, please contact us before booking:
📧 trains@3801limited.com.au
Ready for a night like no other?
Book your seat on The Cockatoo Run by Night and enjoy a rare rail adventure under the stars,
Terms & Conditions
When booking your ticket, you must confirm that you will withdraw yourself and your immediate contacts from the tour before the tour date if you are unwell. A full refund will be provided to any passenger who withdraws due to coronavirus precautions.
Whilst you are able to select your seat, for operational reasons we unfortunately can't guarantee whether any individual seat will be facing forward for the duration of the trip, or whether a given seat will have particular views.
We reserve the right to change seat allocations if required for operational reasons (within the same fare type), and will endeavour to contact you if these changes are significant.
For operational reasons we cannot guarantee that particular locomotives or carriages will be used on this trip, and substitutes may be required on occasion. ECHR reserves the right to make changes to motive power and consists without notice.
We welcome bookings for disabled passengers, and ask that you please contact us to discuss your needs before booking. Due to the limitations of our heritage carriages we unfortunately cannot accept bookings for some disabilities, but we will make every effort to accomodate you where we can.
ECHR reserves the right to cancel any of its services where sufficient bookings are not received to cover operating costs.
Tickets are non refundable. However a credit for a future tour may be granted at the discretion of ECHR.
Refund policy
Please contact the organiser for full Terms & Conditions and refund policy
