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The Queensland Pioneer Luncheon Train

Updated: Nov 08, 2025

All aboard The Queensland Pioneer Luncheon Train for an unforgettable 2-hour fine dining lunch experience in beautifully restored former Sunlander carriages, departing Swanbank Station for the last trip of the year on Saturday November 15. 

Vintage diesel train

Your journey begins at Swanbank Station at 10:45 AM with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, before you step back in time to the golden age of onboard rail dining.

Tables set in dining car

Relax in the air-conditioned comfort of the Sunlander's iconic vintage dining carriages as you savour a three-course, Neo-French-inspired menu, from Haig Road Bistro of Auchenflower.

Duck dish on board The Sunlander

Enjoy full table service as you indulge in the personally curated menu, crafted from bespoke course selections and prepared onboard by Haig Road Bistro’s acclaimed, European-trained chef.

Sundlander dining cars QPSR

All the while, take in the natural beauty of the West Moreton region as your restaurant on rails gently meanders through historic landscapes, offering glimpses of Ipswich’s rich mining heritage.

Scenery from QPSR train

Come along with friends—or make new ones—at a shared table.

Need to know - Tickets start at $159 (plus booking fee), with the option to add a matched boutique wine pairing. A selection of spirits, beer, and soft drinks is also available onboard (EFTPOS accepted).

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The Queensland Pioneer Luncheon Train

Swanbank Station 

111 Swanbank Rd

Swanbank

Oct 18 10.45am-12.45pm

$159* (plus book fee)

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