Level 2 Operations
We are operating from 27 October under Level 2 operations.
Depart Waihi
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 11:30am
Friday: 11:30am
Saturday & Sunday: 9:45am, 11:30am
Depart Waikino
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 1:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10:45am, 1:00pm
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE 1:00pm TRAIN DURING THE WEEK AND WEEKEND IS THE LAST TRIP FROM WAIKINO.
PASSENGERS: Please be aware that there is a lot of privet out at the moment. Please take necessary precautions if you have allergies.
The public SHOULD be wearing masks when they cannot social distance. Children under 12 do not have to wear masks. ALL GOLDFIELDS STAFF ON THE TRAIN SHOULD WEAR A MASK. Everyone should be using the signing in app (QR), or signing in manually if on Goldfields Railway premises.
AS FROM 3rd DECEMBER 2021 GOLDFIELDS RAILWAY WILL ONLY ACCEPT DOUBLE VACCINATED PASSENGERS OR PASSENGERS THAT HAVE A VALID AND APPROVED MEDICAL EXCEPTION. CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS ARE EXEMPT.
Please help us fight the spread of COVID-19.
Train Fare
| Adults | $20 return $15 one way |
| Children 5 to 16 yrs | $12 return $10 one way |
| Children 2 - 4 yrs | $2 return $1 one way |
| Children under 2 yrs | FREE |
| Super Goldcard Holders | $15 return $12 one way |
| Family concession of 2 adults and 2 children: | $55 return $35 one way |
| Bikes | $3 return $2 one way |
- Eftpos available at the station.
- For group bookings of 20 or more, please call 07 863 9020 to discuss.
- Education group concessions are available.
- Wheelchair facilities are available at both stations, with a special passenger car available with at least two days' notice.
- All our passenger cars and facilities are smoke free.
- Dogs welcome; must be on a lead.
Family Passes
Surprise your family and friends with a pre-paid Goldfields Railway Family Pass.
Ideal as a holiday-time, birthday or anniversary gift, it is a great way for those you love to enjoy a unique and pleasant journey, riding on one of New Zealand’s historic railways.
$55 provides a round-trip ticket for two adults and two children, which offers great value for families and friends. With delicious food available at the Waikino Station Café, and with the nearby Hauraki Rail Trail and Victoria Stamper Battery to be explored, the Family Pass gives its recipients a full day of fun and excitement.
Goldfields Railway Family Passes are available with our online booking system or at the ticket counter. Please ask one of our station attendants to purchase, or for more information.
Options are available to suit your particular needs.
