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The Inlander Operated by QR Traveltrain Link to official page See the operator's home page for this service. QROTI recommends you check the operator's page as this summary may sometimes fall out of date. Description From the tropical northern coastal city of Townsville, the Inlander sets out twice a week on an inland journey to the zinc, lead and silver mining capital of Mount Isa. From the palm-fringed coastline, all the way to the outback, you’ll enjoy the rugged, yet beautiful, countryside. This twice weekly service offers both first and economy class sleepers and economy sitters. Passengers can enjoy all the creature comforts of home along the way, as well as a grill buffet car that serves a range of delightful, tasty meals. A restricted liquor service is available. Discover the treasures of Queensland's rich inland landscape. Timetables effective from 1st April, 2004 until 31st March, 2005: Townsville to Mount Isa Sunday Wednesday     Townsville dep 3:30 pm Mingela exp Charters Towers arr 6:23 pm dep 6:33 pm Pentland dep 8:26 pm Torrens Creek dep 9:26 pm Hughenden arr 10:54 pm dep 11:19 pm Monday Thursday Richmond arr 1:36 am dep 1:46 am Maxwelton dep 2:48 am Nonda dep 3:15 am Nelia dep 3:50 am Julia Creek arr 4:56 am dep 5:11 am Oorindi dep 6:30 am Cloncurry arr 8:00 am dep 8:20 am Malbon dep 9:28 am Duchess dep 10:44 am Mount Isa arr 12:35 pm       Mount Isa to Townsville Monday Friday Mount Isa dep 4:30 pm Duchess dep 6:13 pm Malbon dep 7:27 pm Cloncurry arr 8:34 pm dep 8:43 pm Oorindi dep 10:22 pm Julia Creek arr 11:56 pm Tuesday Saturday dep 12:01 am Nelia dep 1:05 am Nonda dep 1:35 am Maxwelton dep 1:59 am Richmond arr 2:58 am dep 3:03 am Hughenden arr 5:22 am dep 5:39 am Torrens Creek dep 7:06 am Pentland dep 8:00 am Charters Towers arr 9:55 am dep 10:02 am Mingela exp Townsville arr 1:10 pm Timetable Notes All times are Australian Eastern Standard Time. Fares effective from 1st April, 2004 until 31st March, 2005: Single First Berth Economy Berth Sitting Car Adult Adult Adult Townsville to: $A $A $A Charters Towers    114.40    75.90    23.10 Torrens Creek 146.30 95.70 42.90 Hughenden 160.60 104.50 51.70 Richmond 181.50 117.70 64.90 Julia Creek 198.00 127.60 74.80 Cloncurry 221.10 143.00 90.20 Mount Isa 254.10 162.80 110.00 Fare Notes The Sunshine Rail Pass can also be used with this service. Concessional fares are applicable to Children four years and under sixteen years of age. Children under four occupying a seat must pay the child's fare. Students in possession of a Queensland Secondary or Tertiary ID Card or International Student's ID Card. Queensland resident Pensioners and Senior Citizens in possession of their respective Concession Cards. Discounts of 25% off the rail fare apply to interstate Pensioners and Senior Citizens. Conditions apply. Cancellation or rebooking fees may apply if travel is cancelled or amended. Fares do not include meals or drinks. Fares include GST (Goods and Services Tax) Travel Facilities and Services Sleeping Berths Are provided for both First and Economy Class travel. First Class Sleeping cars - Roomette: Comprises single berth compartments which contain wardrobes, bedding, washbasin, power point (240 volt AC) and toilet. Note there is no single supplement charge for Roomettes. First Class Sleeping cars - Twinette: Comprises two-berth compartments which contain wardrobes, bedding, washbasin, full length mirror, power point (240 volt AC) and reading lights. Economy Sleeping cars: Comprises three-berth compartments which contain a washbasin, power point (240 volt AC) and reading lights. A blanket, pillow, pillow slip and lower base sheet is provided in Economy Berths. Showers Are provided at the end of all sleeping cars (not sitting cars). Toilets Are provided at the end of all sleeping cars and sitting cars. Sitting Cars Used in Economy Class. They have been constructed as open saloon cars with overhead luggage racks and individual reading lights. Each seat may be reclined to a desired position by pressing a button in the arm rest. Refreshments Light refreshments including takeaway meals, drinks, confectionery and ice cream are available from the Club Car. A liquor service is also available. Passenger's Luggage All passengers may have conveyed free of charge two items of luggage not exceeding 25 kilograms (55 pounds) each, plus one piece of hand luggage. Where "check-in" facilities are available, luggage must be presented at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. The liability for loss or damage is limited to $200. Unchecked luggage is carried at the owner's risk. Identification tags should be affixed to all items including hand luggage. Break of Journey Is permitted for journeys over 120km at any nominated station, but sector fares will apply when the break of journey is more than four (4) hours. Cancellation or Rebooking Fees may apply if travel is cancelled or amended. Reservations May be made up to 325 days in advance. Restrictions do apply for short journeys. Smoking Is not permitted on any QR service. Conditions are subject to change without notice, and other conditions may apply. HOW TO BOOK AND TRAVELTRAIN CONTACT DETAILS