🇦🇺 QUEENSLAND RAIL ELECTRIC TRAIN: Gympie

🇦🇺 QUEENSLAND RAIL ELECTRIC TRAIN: Gympie - Brisbane

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7 ай бұрын

QUEENSLAND RAIL ELECTRIC TRAIN: Gympie - Brisbane
Queensland Rail (QR) is a railway operator in Queensland, Australia. Owned by the Queensland Government, it operates local and long-distance passenger services, as well as owning and maintaining rolling stock and approximately 6,600 kilometres (4,101 mi) of track and related infrastructure.
One of these lines I am on is the North Coast Line and I board the train in Gympie North Station bound for Brisbane Central Station. Join me on a scenic journey aboard the IMU 105, showcasing breathtaking views of the Australian countryside along the way. The train looked a bit rough around the edges, but this is expected seeing how it was delivered in 1997, and the last of it’s fleet to still retain the original interior.
Whether you're a seasoned commuter or a first-time rider, this video offers a comprehensive guide to riding the Queensland Rail Electric Train, including ticket options, schedule information, and more.
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@debramage739 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Ryan, a lovely part of Australia 😊

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

It really is! Cheers and thanks as always...

@thepunpolice7932 2 ай бұрын

Probably the nicest video of this train route.

@ryansofly 2 ай бұрын

Thanks man for watching! Cheers...

@ph89787 3 ай бұрын

When i was living in Brisbane for Uni. I took this train as far as Nambour

@martinloney6322 7 ай бұрын

I love trains Ryan. I love the rhythm and throb of the Prospector.

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

You dirty dirty man.... 🤣🤣

@thatetgamer4004 Ай бұрын

Well Gympie North is the Northern most end of the suburban network of Brisbane, only about 2-3 services a day head north that far Monday - Friday and Sunday. Given that it is a suburban service in Australia, the railway company wouldn't even consider a cafe bar so it's best to carry your own lunch and snacks. It is also the least used line in Brisbane as you go past Nambour. The government has considered shortening the overall route to Nambour Gympie North as a shuttle service but was turned away.

@ryansofly Ай бұрын

Thanks for the insight. Yeah this journey was a little long to be sitting on those seats 😀

@94vrcommodore 7 ай бұрын

As I’ve commented on your instagram about those trains servicing GC, seeing those seats feels nostalgic. Love the seaside and underwater creatures designs on them. Probably because it’s an urban or intercity train, they think it isn’t necessary to put vending machines in them. I agree with your opinion for an over 2 hour train ride though. I’ve stopped over at that lake in Gympie a few times while driving back from Childers to Gold Coast. As always, good video mate

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Haha yes, my friend insisted on taking me to Lake Alford before the train station. She wanted to feed the ducks. Someone made a comment that the vending machines would most likely be vandalized , I did not think about that. Suppose less items in the cabin means less problems to manage. Yes that seaside pattern is so Y2K, and I was very excited to find out this train is the only one to feature this interior.

@TheHobartAviationFan 7 ай бұрын

Nice one mate!

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@deanmeixner 7 ай бұрын

Great video 🥂 I really do enjoy train/bus travel as opposed to driving, living in Edenhope it's a 4.5 hour drive into Melbourne, sure the bus/train takes a little longer, but so more relaxing.

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

It is a pity Aussie bus travel is very torturous. We don't have any of that luxury coaches seen in other parts of the world. But yes, I agree train travel is extremely relaxing especially when the ride is smooth.

@robertgarland9342 2 ай бұрын

I've never personally been on any of the QR "city" trains as I always travel from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane by car but I have travelled a few times on the Tilt Train from Landsborough to Rockhampton and it is a fantastic service. It only takes 30 to 45 min longer in the train than it takes to drive up the Bruce highway by car. I have been in both business class and economy and I really do recommend Business class but you have to book that well ahead as it fills up fast.

@ryansofly 2 ай бұрын

Yes it's such a pity those long distance trains weren't operating that day. I was really grasping at straws thinking of what I could say for this train! Hahaha.... Thanks for watching though!

@clay9185 7 ай бұрын

Great video Ryan.. Enjoyed the Spirit Of Queensland trip from Brisbane to Cairns with single seat by the window converting to a bed, food which was included was very nice too.. Well recommended.. Enjoy your train travels too as well as the flights Ryan.. Have a great Christmas, would love to say hi when you’re in Melbourne some time.. Safe travels mate…

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Mate! Thanks for popping by, as always. Yeah I actually enjoy trains more than flying, really. Pity our trains in OZ are in such a sorry state. And yes, I do want to do the Spirit of Queensland the entire way at some point.

@electro_sykes 6 ай бұрын

The IMUs and SMUs are undergoing refurbishments expected to be completed over the next few years. Also that refurbished train you showed at 5:33 was actually an unrefurbished later built version of the IMU, the 160 series whereas you were on a 100 series. There is also a 120 series in between.

@ryansofly 6 ай бұрын

That is good information! Man as much as I smiled when I saw the interior, they are in need of a serious makeover.

@electro_sykes 6 ай бұрын

@@ryansofly they are doing them up. The newer ngr train seats are less cosy though. They feel like cardboard

@electro_sykes 6 ай бұрын

@@ryansofly the upgrades will help make them compatible with the new signal system too. The Older EMU trains won't be upgraded though, with the last of them to be phased out later this year. They were meant to be gone years ago, but problems with the NGRS kept some of them in service a little longer. (One decommissioned set also had to be returned to service, embarrassingly)

@LachieVidsTransportVlogs 7 ай бұрын

All of the IMU 100 fleet are getting refurbished so soon IMU 105 will not have the green seats unfortunately, but it really is a needed refurbishment to keep the IMU 100 trains in service for the next 15-20 years or so.

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

I was strangely excited when I found out IMU105 was the only one left with this interior. But yes, it is long overdue for it to be refurbished.

@emmo__93 7 ай бұрын

I used to aim to catch the ICE train pre 2021 going to Brisbane that was always a great experience shame they don't use those anymore from Gympie to Brisbane

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

There was an ICE train? Where are they deployed now?

@rachkate76 7 ай бұрын

ICE train?

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

@@rachkate76 Inter City Express trains. They are a more modern version of these clunky trains you see. In Europe, ICE trains can travel up to 300kmh.

@emmo__93 7 ай бұрын

@@ryansofly Intercity express, was used back on the Brisbane Maryborough route I think, they were retired in 2021

@rachkate76 7 ай бұрын

@@ryansofly oh I see.

@electro_sykes 6 ай бұрын

It was much better when the old ICE trains did the route. Passenger services to Gympie are parliamentary so if could, they wouldn’t send regular trains there at all.

@voltare2amstereo 2 ай бұрын

Eating and drinking is not allowed on QR citytrain, why they don't have facilities like this on these services

@ryansofly 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely... Suppose the youth crime problem in Queensland does not help.

@rachkate76 7 ай бұрын

I remember those seat cover designs from the early 2000s. Lmfaoooo at blueberry pancakes. 😂 Have to agree that the service probably needs some bins and food service, but QR probably can’t justify it because as usual, most people drive. I have to admit as a Brisbaneite I’ve never caught a train to Gympie before. Your videos and Rory Ding’s that I’ve been binge watching in recent months, has really made me want to explore more of Qld by rail. I just wish we could get some transport to next door NT without forking $1000 to fly return to our neighbour as our only option. Thanks for another comprehensive review. 👍🏽

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Domestic airfares to NT and WA are crazy expensive. Just travel within Australia in general is expensive. I remember planning to go to Kangaroo Island in SA. it ended up cheaper to go to NZ with hotels thrown in. 🤷

@rachkate76 7 ай бұрын

@@ryansofly it’s scandalous. One day we’ll start our own domestic airline. No blueberry pancakes will make it to the menu, but there will be bbq chicken, cheese and date and lime chutney toasties, and plenty of boozy ice cream.

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

@@rachkate76 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@debramage739 7 ай бұрын

Darn, notification didn't work.

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Ha no worries! You can still watch it again here!

@JJ-vy2rh 7 ай бұрын

Hi Ryan I love your vlogs but Maroochydore is now where the council is

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Oh is it now? Hahaha... I need to return to MCY in the day time.

@frizzy60 7 ай бұрын

Hi Ryan they won't put vending machines on the trains due to the escalating youth crime in Qld. The machines would be trashed every day

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Gosh, I did NOT think about that! Yes that is a serious problem.

@sendi_sen 2 ай бұрын

Wouldn’t be a problem if we funded education and social services properly. Poverty and youth disaffection are choices made by governments as supported by voters.

@cheryll8008 7 ай бұрын

Pancake in the toilet 😂

@ryansofly 7 ай бұрын

Hahahaha... I'm still mystified till now.

@rachkate76 7 ай бұрын

Lmao

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2 ай бұрын

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