GVR location

GVR Location

We are an easy 50 minute drive from central Auckland. Take the Drury or Pukekohe off ramp from the Southern Motorway and follow the main route towards Waiuku. Turn into Glenbrook Station Road. Unfortunately there is no public transport available to the Glenbrook Station.

GVR location map

Facilities available

Free off road parking, picnic area with tables, a children's play area and wheel chair access toilets.

The train is wheel chair accessible from the Glenbrook Station only.

Map of the GVR

Activities

Available every Operating Day subject to operating requirements.

Food - Souvenirs - Books

At the Glenbrook station a large selection of hot and cold food and drinks are available and a range of railway books and souvenirs, including "Thomas the Tank Engine" merchandise for the younger folk, are also for sale.

Steam Train Rides

Steam locomotive hauled trains of restored vintage carriages travel from Glenbrook Station to Fernleigh and return, stopping at the Pukeoware Workshops to allow viewing of other vintage locomotives and equipment. The return journey of 12 km takes approximately 45 minutes, including the workshop visit of approx. 10 minutes.

Hand & Motorised Jigger Rides

Hand and Motor Jigger rides operate after the steam train has departed from the Glenbrook station. The Hand Jigger within the Glenbrook station yard and the Motor Jigger to Morley Rd and return (4km).

Glenbrook Farm Park

A short walk west of the Glenbrook station, the farm park features an excellent selection of farm and exotic animals and birds. A special enclosure is featured to allow children to have "hands on" (literally) experience with the animals. Well worth a visit. Open only on Railway operating days.

GVR Standard Fares

Adult Fare $14.00
Child Fare (4 to 15 years) $6.00 (child under 4 years - free).
Family Pass (2 adults plus up to 4 school age children) $35.00
Group discounts available for parties with 15 or more fare paying passengers (apply on the day).

Last updated 25 October 2007