When you know Adam is reviewing a train service, you know the video will be top quality with interesting, useful information accompanied by carefully selected, attractive footage to ensure the best digital travel experience for us at home! Very much appreciated!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
That is very kind of you to say. Thank you!
@jeffstryker1454
Жыл бұрын
Australia is so far behind the rest of the world when it comes to trains , if it was a lot quicker more people would catch them.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it’s not a political priority.
@alankohn6709
2 жыл бұрын
I used to drive Taxies in Canberra, due to the Federal government you would get a lot of people making day or short trips plus people who live in Sydney and work in Canberra during the week . I would chat with my fares and more of them were using the Railway if their schedule permitted the reasons boiled down to 'It was cheap', 'It was less stressful than flying', 'They arrived rested which you wouldn't do driving' and 'they could get work done on the trip' many of them also liked being able to get up and walk around and you'd arrive in central Sydney. You may be able to drive to Sydney in 3 hours but there is no way your getting into central Sydney parking in three hours plus it will end up costing you as much to park as it does to take they train so it looks like a good deal to me.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, you make a lot of good points there. 👍
@DandamanV
2 жыл бұрын
Further evidence that we need a high speed rail option from Sydney to Melbourne via Canberra! Rail has not been properly integrated into Canberra, so a light rail link from the station to Civic is sorely needed.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, definitely. Sadly, I don’t see it happening.
@HAL-bo5lr
2 жыл бұрын
Right, and it’ll only cost an extra $150-200 AU per ticket.
@carisi2k11
2 жыл бұрын
@@HAL-bo5lr try $500-$1000.
@HAL-bo5lr
2 жыл бұрын
@@carisi2k11 Yeah that should do it.
@peterbreis5407
2 жыл бұрын
We need a train station in Civic NOT a light rail to the current middle of nowhere. So you train from Sydney City to Canberra City directly. Canberra needs a central transport hub, possibly under City hill which could be transformed int the real heart of Canberra. ACT "Planning" having failed with sad, sad Civic.
@walover165
3 жыл бұрын
As a Canberran, I like the train. Takes you right into Central, with more legroom, better toilets, and of course food, than on the bus. If they had power sockets and wifi they'd easily make it more popular.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it was a really enjoyable trip. Hopefully the new trains that the NSW Government is buying will have at-seat power and wifi. :)
@MitchellBPYao
2 жыл бұрын
Who's going to enjoy of the view of the country side
@drpeppaerdrpeppaer5434
2 жыл бұрын
Just drive
@thesatisfiedcustomer4869
2 жыл бұрын
@@drpeppaerdrpeppaer5434 bog off
@uncletiggermclaren7592
2 жыл бұрын
? I was sure you guys were call Canbears.
@jasonmaccoul9424
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam. The background music and history given are super professional. I like the speed ups and slowdowns. Your channel should have more subscribers as it is most enjoyable, in my opinion.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Awww - thank you so much! Appreciate that!
@creativebubble.7836
Жыл бұрын
Mate.....in my humble opinion your music is far too loud for the relaxing journey and also,,,,,,and too long......however i have subby''d to your channel and hope i don't get blasted away in my binge viewing...lol..............Thank you.....
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with that. 🙉😜 I think that I was still getting used to audio levels then … so hopefully you find my newer videos are better balanced. 🤔
@peterbreis5407
2 жыл бұрын
Prime candidate for HST. Millions of trips between Canberra and Sydney per year, most by car and plane over a relatively short 275km. Car takes about 3.5 hrs with time wasted mostly in getting in and out of both cities and parking. particularly at the Sydney end. Planes take about 2.5 to 3 hours with waiting and boarding times plus transfers from airports and often flights to Canberra bumped for other flights. With only minor improvements to the track and a station actually in Civic in Canberra it would be possible to do the trip faster than both car and plane, much cheaper and using far less fossil fuels and pollution. Half a million people live in Canberra and another half a million live along the route, all potential customers. Unfortunately the NSW government is not interested as it does not see the potential, only the current sad state of the track and equipment. So it is replacing the current very old trains with almost identical trains, to repeat the same bad transport experience. Proigress seemingly impossible. We do not need a bullet train, Just a faster more convenient train that beats cars and planes.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. There’s lots of potential to improve passenger comfort and convenience while also helping the environment.
@yuriwu2372
2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. They should improve or add a new rail, buy new trains to add services and expand the capacity of single services, and keep the ticket price reasonable. The Chinese/European high speed trains cost too much. The scenary along railway is really beautiful.
@mrbillhilly343
Жыл бұрын
HST is useless, the rails can't take freight. HST relies on charging $350 for a one-way ticket to go 600kph from one city to another. Australian railway systems make their money moving freight, coal & grain. HST tracks can't handle containers & coal wagons. We can make the train services faster by upgrading the tracks & duplicating or quadrupiling tracks to allow passing/overtaking & allowing trains to do 160kph between Sydney to Canberra instead of 80kph between Sydney to Canberra. Putting Canberra on Opal Card Network would encourage more train use, rather than booking a seat online.
@Daviesng007
Жыл бұрын
@@mrbillhilly343 One of the greatest practical options of building a HST in Aus is that unlike how trainline were upgraded by section in Europe, for Australia they would have to construct an entirely new passenger line start to finish which means it is a financially all or nothing approach. On completion there would there be a set of lines dedicated to freight and a set dedicated to passenger transportation. I say that is the greatest practical obstacle because the ideological "there would not be enough demand to make the plan financially viable" is what is thrown around the most. Australia is not interested in people opting for trains over cars. The lack of effective express trains within the Greater Sydney Area is enough proof of that. That it is more time efficient to drive from Wollongong, Campbelltown, Newcastle and Katomba rather than take the train for example.
@qjtvaddict
8 ай бұрын
Nice cope
@unknowntraveller8633
3 жыл бұрын
These trips should really have been changed to High Speed Rail which our "esteemed" Government keeps dithering over.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Hopefully one day - though I fear it's likely to be in the very distant future.
@Creees
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree.
@gwm_john
3 жыл бұрын
Oh is that the Bullet train Sydney to Canberra politicians keep promising 😂😂😂
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Yep! Haha!
@artistjoh
Жыл бұрын
The prettiest country is between Goulburn and Canberra, especially in the Lake George region. However, the location of Canberra Station is part of why it is not a popular service. The station is essentially in the middle of nowhere, and a long way from anywhere a visitor might want to go such as art gallery, city center, etc. Canberra has to be the worst designed city on the planet, and the station location is further evidence of how the city is not public transport friendly for visitors. It is a city designed for private cars, and those who use the train are definitely disadvantaged.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, fair points. Hopefully the light rail expansions will improve things.
@EdwardZia
2 жыл бұрын
Love it! I travel to Canberra monthly from Sydney and take Murray's. About 3.5 hours and goes via Sydney Airport. Train looks good, but pity it doesn't terminate on the CBD. Top video and thank you!
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, hopefully they’ll build a tram extension to the train station in Kingston one day. 🤞
@joemoores1847
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat It may be coming eventually but the priority after the current stage to Woden needs to be to Canberra’s extreme south as the area is open and doesn’t need major roadworks to implement. Specifically from Woden, to Erindale, Tuggeranong, Lanyon (Including an end of the line stop as far as Banks/Gordon). Not implementing that line will cause long term problems as people living that far south are not only driving further using more petrol, but also paying up to $30 or more in parking per day to park their cars in the city. Currently rapid bus services are not being utilised effectively as suburban bus services are not run frequently enough to connect to them, people who can drive save easily an hour or more per day by taking their cars instead of waiting 20-40 minutes between busses in the cold. After connecting the southern line it will likely be City to Belconnen direct, then possibly a direct service Belconnen to Gungahlin. After the major town centres are connected I admit will likely be City to Airport via Russell Offices as the airport and the city do need to be connected. Then there are still three more tram lines that should be prioritised before connecting Kingston. Tuggeranong to Airport via Calwell, Fyshwick. Belconnen to Woden via Denman Prospect and Weston Creek. Belconnen to Gungahlin via Strathnairn and Crace. Finally the Kingston line could connect to Fyshwick, Airport, and into the City/Woden Line. At the rate they are building, I give it about 60-90 years..
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
@@joemoores1847 Wow. Yes, sounds like a lot to do. Thanks for the context.
@EdwardZia
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat hey nice! On the Murray's now x
@patriciamurray6176
2 жыл бұрын
I can remember catching the steam train to Goulburn from Sydney and then getting another steam train to Crookwell ( which no longer has a station ) it seemed to take forever especially in winter.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. That would have been quite the experience!
@deanpd3402
2 жыл бұрын
Love Crookwell, a great part of the world.
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Patricia I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@ArielCruzPizarro
3 жыл бұрын
Nice train trip, I did not know about the trains in Australia and I found them very nice (especially those double-decker units that crossed every so often hahaha). Many greetings from Chile!
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Hola! Yes, Sydney’s double decker trains are great. Thank you for watching!
@katiemartin487
Жыл бұрын
I used to live near the Canberra region, so whenever we could afford it, we would go up to Sydney by taking this train and this train wasn’t really that bad, if it had Wifi and charging sockets, it might be more popular. Also, 2:00, I had no idea that they were replacing the regional trains with those ones shown, they look really nice! 😮
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, some modern amenities would certainly improve things. Unfortunately the replacement trains are severely delayed so the Xplorers will be running for a while yet. 🤔
@donoakes85
Жыл бұрын
That pic of the new Regional fleet is old and the mock train looks nothing like that and high chances the mock train that we have is going to change again.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
@@donoakes85 Ok 🤔
@donoakes85
Жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat the whole project has come to a grinding halt for the new regional fleet.
@katiemartin487
Жыл бұрын
@@DerickNeal-dj3te Um, ok?
@sector5514
Жыл бұрын
I caught that train down and back from Canberra on Friday it's a pretty good service I also enjoyed the ride and the countryside
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. Cheers!
@aussiebloke51
2 жыл бұрын
In 1994 or 1995 I travelled from Central to Canberra on a faster tilt-train. (Queensland at the same time electrified the line to Rockhampton and introduced tilt-trains) Unfortunately the powers-to-be in NSW decided to stick with the older slower option and as this videos points keep railway passengers at 1% of travellers between Syd and Can. Perhaps the looming climate catastrophe will finally cause a re-think of transport options in Australia.
@thesatisfiedcustomer4869
2 жыл бұрын
There is no climate catastrophe Only someone who blindly believes the authorities would think that. Think for yourself. Stop believing everything you get told.
@aussiebloke51
2 жыл бұрын
@@thesatisfiedcustomer4869 Thanks, I needed a good laugh. The irony was wonderful. Cheers
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
We can certainly hope that governments will see the many benefits of investing in better public transport. 🙏
@jimcrawford5039
2 жыл бұрын
Tilt train in NSW? Never.
@aussiebloke51
2 жыл бұрын
@@jimcrawford5039 I know it was a Tilt train. I was on it in April 1995 as I working with the Navy In Sydney and travelled to Canberra for weekend leave. It was trialled for a few months but the option was not followed up. From memory carriages were on loan from somewhere else and pulled by a NSW engine.
@hughrothwell7522
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. FYI Chatswood is on the north shore, rather than in the north west.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Oops - thanks! Being from Adelaide, I know roughly where things are but not always the specifics. ;)
@raildoestravel
4 ай бұрын
Even if only 1% of people travel to canberra, the trains still have so many customers! I wasn't able to book a trip recently because it was fully booked😂
@FromtheWindowSeat
4 ай бұрын
Good to know! Another reason, to improve the service.
@bosankatuzlanka5211
3 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
@aniketanand2888
3 ай бұрын
Your train is too short comparing to Indian trains. Nice video from India
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 ай бұрын
Yes, they are rather short. Thanks for watching!
@rosannathomson5282
Жыл бұрын
I took the train in Feb this year. Not being one to be able to sit for long periods, I was very feverish. The toilets messy, the food wasn't tasty and very dry. Generally, while it is convenient, I think I'd prefer to drive or fly. Disappointing if you're accustomed to the European version.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Yes, you can’t really compare Australian trains with Europe. A fairer comparison would be the US (sadly), where railways are also mostly about freight. 🤔
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Rosanna I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@peterkwiatkowskiNZ
Жыл бұрын
Informative video, but the fisheye lens use spoilt it
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Yes, I’ve switched to a linear view on my more recent videos.
@zagika
3 жыл бұрын
I've been watching a few Aussie train travel videos, and I must say production and information wise yours has been the best. Very wonderful job. You have a new subscriber!
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow - thank you so much! Really appreciate that and plan to make more videos. 🥰
@Pipsaus410
Жыл бұрын
I am enjoying these videos very much. I am a huge fan of television rail journey shows, this is refreshing! Very well presented also. This area is familiar to me, as I have family in the Southern Highlands and have travelled Adelaide/Canberra/Bowral/Sydney by road many times. I love the idea of the train journey! Many years ago, when working as a flight attendant with TAA, pilot industrial action caused two of us to return Sydney to Melbourne on the Southern Aurora, much to the delight of the train crew who found it very funny that we were ‘grounded’! From memory it was a lovely trip!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
That’s so good to hear. Thank you!
@jonathonshanecrawford1840
Жыл бұрын
Considering, Each XPLORER carriage can carry 1600 litres of fuel, enough for a 1600km trip. And the distance between Sydney and Melbourne is around 866 Kilometres! may be they could replace the XPT (of season)? As to Sydney to Brisbane is around 988 Kilometres! Of course they would have to refuel!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, quite big differences on these routes. 🤔
@smartrockcoolguy
5 күн бұрын
leaving to canberra on 20th oct 2024, cant wait, thank you for such an informative video
@FromtheWindowSeat
4 күн бұрын
Thank you. Hope you enjoy it!
@paulhall170
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful, just enough 'geek' to provide good background to the trip, and good camera work. I XPT'd to Melbourne some years ago, but only in economy, and I was nursing some broken ribs, so it was a less than fabulous trip. Also it was in the middle of a terrible drought and the dead sheep piled up against the fences and grey paddocks was pretty depressing! Your trip was done through some lovely green countryside.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. That sounds like quite the experience! Thank you for your kind words. Cheers!
@arfabarmcake2776
3 жыл бұрын
The aussie trains look ancient 🤣
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, these trains are showing their age ... but they'll be replaced by a new fleet in a few years.
@ginapafitis1966
Жыл бұрын
Well I won't be Catching trains if you need to wear these Stupid face mask through the Whole Journey Noway they make you even more sicker You Carnt breath wearing those dirty masks.. thankyou I will drive..🚘
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
That was filmed in 2021. There are no mask requirements anymore.
@David_P132
Жыл бұрын
Lived in Canberra 50 years, never seen kangaroos at the train station like that!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Oh right, well there you go. I got lucky! 🦘
@alexmcwhirter6611
3 жыл бұрын
Viewing this video from Europe my impression was of a charming rail journey. However one fact you never mentioned was how the line becomes downgraded (single track ?) for the final leg to Canberra and that the capital city has that small one platform station. It feels like the capital lies at the end of a branch line ! Yes I realise there are few rail travellers (compared to air and road) but nevertheless I would have though for reasons of prestige the line ought to be double track for the final section.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Alex. Yes, you're quite right - the last section from Goulburn to Canberra is essentially a single-track branch line. Unfortunately it just doesn't have the traffic to warrant duplication. Interestingly, even the main line between Sydney and Melbourne (Australia's two most populated cities) has sections that are single track. Generally speaking, Australians (a bit like Americans) value cars and consequently roads, more than rail - so the rail network is nowhere near as good as it could be. :(
@alexmcwhirter6611
3 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Thanks for the reply. I never realised there would be single track sections on SYD-MEL. To be honest if would be better if the government spent money on upgrading the existing SYD-MEL rail route to a higher standard rather than discuss building a brand new high-speed line. Not only would it cost far less but the time scale would be faster.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
@@alexmcwhirter6611 True.
@morganhitchcock
2 жыл бұрын
Canberra as a city didn’t really get going until the 1950s when the golden age of rail had already finished 30 years before. Canberra is a branch of the Goulburn to Bombala branch. The branch begins at Queanbeyan. The line south from Queanbeyan to Bombala is effectively closed.
@alexmcwhirter6611
2 жыл бұрын
@@morganhitchcock Thanks for the comments. Here in the UK the golden age of rail ended in the 1970s ... it wasn't until the mid-1990s that it started to recover and in the following 20 years or so the number of passengers doubled. However ridership drastically declined during our pandemic and it has not yet fully receovered.
@jezzathenugget
Ай бұрын
Making the trip to Canberra by train over the weekend to visit a girl and used your video for an idea of why the trip will be like I am very excited
@FromtheWindowSeat
Ай бұрын
Oh cool - happy to hear that. Let me know what it’s like and whether much has changed from when I filmed this. 😊
@iiigraghu
2 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this presentation. Excellent Enterprising Endeavor. Hearty Greetings from Hyderabad, India 🇮🇳
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@martinstauce1946
2 жыл бұрын
Actually I had to stop watching what otherwise would have been an interesting journey because of your appalling music.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback but music is very subjective. I also receive comments from people who like the music. Hard to win.
@laoweek4047
Жыл бұрын
Very nice video! I travel between Sydney and Canberra at least a couple of times a year and I always take the train if I can help it (with air as second option). Much better legroom, easy access to toilet, smoother ride, no congestion to worry about (Traffic accidents between two regional towns usually means hours of being stationary and they unfortunately happen too often). One more hour is totally worth it. The only complaint I have is the tray table is of a funny shape so it's hard to put a laptop or ipad flat, hopefully the new trains will rectify that.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, good points.
@n.p.a1466
2 жыл бұрын
High speed rail in Australia needs to be built encompassing the interior population centres. Regional New South Wales, Queensland and western Australia, promoting population grow in these areas would be immensely beneficial to Australia, as well as forcing the BS political policies of the past 90 years to be adjusted and well, forced to represent we the people, not a handful of rich industrialists. Stop pandering to the weak, and mollycolling the rest of us who aren't at all represented. Turn out our natural resources to the benefit of the people, not into the pockets of those handful that payoff the political in order to continue their practises. We're a wealthy resource rich land, but it's being squandered and corralled into the control of those that haven't got a clue but to maintain their exploitation for their own financial gain..
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see investment in high speed rail but I don't seem it happening anytime soon, sadly.
@XtremeTrainz
2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the eventual connection via Light Rail to the CBD - then this could be a real winner to get to Canberra (although getting around without a car or bike is still a challenge).
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that would be great!
@JarvisDevonDariel-nv3io
Жыл бұрын
such an amazing video. The narration voice is interesting to listen, and the videos is not boring too. I think you do have a good voices as a youtuber. Keep up the hard work mate💪
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Lovely to get that feedback. 😊
@carolsalter9002
5 ай бұрын
i have travelled from sydney to canberra, it is a great trip. they need powerpoints in each carriage so that you can charge your phone etc.
@FromtheWindowSeat
4 ай бұрын
Agreed.
@alexanderjames6020
Жыл бұрын
Icl for the distance, the trains do look lacklustre in comparison to other developed countries
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
True and not really surprising given their age.
@Jyetravels
Ай бұрын
Great Video Adam, I Quite love these trains as old & outdated they are.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Yes, will be interesting to see how their replacements go when introduced. I don’t think most people are very optimistic. 🤔
@DwightWalker
9 күн бұрын
Don't like the fisheye lens view. OK otherwise.
@FromtheWindowSeat
7 күн бұрын
Thank you. You’ll be pleased to know my newer videos don’t have that anymore. ☺️
@skiddledat108
2 жыл бұрын
Complete joke that Australia has no high speed rail system.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
It’s disappointing, yes.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
@lwf51 I think the eastern seaboard (Melbourne to Sydney) could justify high speed rail if there was the political imperative. It’s the world’s second busiest flight route. But I doubt it will happen.
@daveduffy1755
Ай бұрын
Times and frequency not useful to most travellers
@FromtheWindowSeat
Ай бұрын
Fair call.
@Subh8081
2 жыл бұрын
Full electrification and line upgrade could cut the 4:10hr journey to 3 hrs. That'll make the route competitive with driving. This is the most cost effective and practical option to increase ridership. The Government lack the vision for a semi high speed/tilting train let alone a true high speed connection. A true high speed rail connection extending the Sydney airport will be better than taking the flight.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
That would be great.
@chrisadam2925
2 жыл бұрын
It needs to be STAGE 1 of the VFT as per the Leighton’s Study waaaaaay back in 1989. Which was the TGV. 2nd was the German Maglev. Don’t stuff around with even a tilt train! Let’s future proof this route all the way to Brisbane. Also ONE stop up the coast at Coffs Harbour. City style trains can do the Grafton run north and port mac south.
@buda3d2007
2 жыл бұрын
Their menu is the same since 1994, but i think since the M5 opened it was faster to get a bus, grayhound to Eddy Ave
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Ha! True but I still prefer the train. :)
@steveosshenanigans
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s slow but, so relaxing and it goes straight into the CBD of Sydney No fuss, no parking So take a book And let the Train take the strain
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! 😊
@JuliansTrainsandGames
4 ай бұрын
5:00 Will you ever do the Broken Hill Xplorer for a video?
@FromtheWindowSeat
4 ай бұрын
I’d really like to. Just have to find the time (fit these videos around a full time job). 😊
@gwm_john
3 жыл бұрын
i love watching Trains around the world , japan has beautiful trains. I find long range trains in Australia very embarrassing compared to Asian trains. 🙈
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
I think the issue is that Australia doesn’t have the population density to justify the networks of Asia and Europe. But we could certainly do a lot better.
@MitchellBPYao
2 жыл бұрын
They can't even fit that many people in a bus in my suburb, had to witness that
@rhettcorbett3346
2 жыл бұрын
Like the review. I have used XPT quite a few times travelling to Cootamundra & Albury. Mostly day trips. Went Economy for a few. Then changed to 1st Class. No difference. Only more leg room. And no crying babies & kids running up & down the aisle. But no real difference to Economy. Same Interior, seats, food etc. But they definitely need an upgrade. Even though there were a few slow areas (below 80kms) on way down & back. Didn't effect time arrival that much. I suppose it will be the same on my trip to Dubbo in September. Will definitely be different scenery. Can't wait.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it’s worth paying the extra just to escape the crying babies and running kids. 🙊 I doubt they’ll upgrade the interiors given the new regional trains are meant to be introduced from 2023. Enjoy your trip to Dubbo!
@rhettcorbett3346
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Will do. Will be good to see some different scenery. Being a old school car person. I play Spotto what's in people's yards or farms. Thats the reason I go 1st Class. Had enough of screaming babies & kids running up the aisle.
@rjclue2630
2 жыл бұрын
Australia has a worst transport system in the world. And you have to sell your house buy a ticket. What a scam
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
I doubt it's the worst in the world but I take your point.
@rjclue2630
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat bro nothing comes in time here 😂 they take their own time and complain not enough pay and all in the road.
@MattKay77
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the review. Personally, I had a terrible experience - bought the VIP ticket, lesson learnt, get the standard ticket...the VIP cabin was so noisy I had to shield my ears but that didn't work because the chalkboard-like screeching and squeaking with every movement up & down of the suspension penetrated your soul for hours and hours. I asked train staff if I had any other option other than to absorb the endless screeching, they said "this is it". Transport NSW needs to sort that out. The view however was outstanding.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Yes, the suspension on these units can be grating (I think some sets are worse than others). Thankfully the new regional trains should start to be introduced from 2023, so that should be a big improvement. 🤞
@chrisadam2925
2 жыл бұрын
It’s not better than paint drying.
@willpugh-calotte2199
Жыл бұрын
I recently took an Explorer train for the first time, travelling between Canberra and Goulburn as part of a both-ways daytime return trip to Melbourne - a journey that I have to repeat starting tomorrow morning and again in another three weeks. My first impressions were (a) the leisurely speed (at least along that section of track); (b) the constant squeaking of the suspension; and (c) the roar of the airconditioning. My understanding is that each carriage is fitted with two engines (one for traction and one for power generation), and yet the engines were almost inaudible for the suspension and the airconditioning.
@emilykennedywu
2 жыл бұрын
How and where to buy train tickets from Wagga Wagga to Sydney, if possible, I like to travel with first class. Could you please give me some direction?
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
You can buy them online from NSW TrainLink. You’ll need to catch the Melbourne to Sydney XPT (which stops in Wagga Wagga). transportnsw.info/regional-bookings/
@AgentBasil
2 жыл бұрын
Whilst enjoying the images and your commentary, the music reminded me of my visit to the dentist this morning - dreadful. Still, a thumbs up !
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Oh dear! Unfortunately I've found with any music choice, some people love it, others hate it. But thank you for the thumbs up!
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Kim I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@JerryLaw
3 жыл бұрын
The broken hills service during summer is more like 15hrs
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting - is that because of the heat, so the trains have to travel slower?
@PCLoadLetter
2 жыл бұрын
I used to do a round trip to Sydney on these services every weekend. The trick is you pay $550 for an unlimited 6 month pass. Make a seat reservation for free, specify what suburban station you want to travel to, and it costs nothing more. Or it’s $420 for 6 months if you don’t mind screaming kids class, err, Economy.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds great!
@richardcaldwell9160
6 ай бұрын
I am slowly getting through your videos. I worked right next door to Central Station in the1990's. I thought the train announcer a bit gruff. But a great clip. Thanks Adam
@FromtheWindowSeat
6 ай бұрын
Great to hear. Cheers!
@HenryMidfields
2 жыл бұрын
I do prefer riding the train to save the stress of the driving, though it would be ideal if the train service was at least just as fast as driving/bus.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's a pity that most of our railways haven't been upgraded from old alignments so that travel times can be more competitive.
@suave-rider
2 жыл бұрын
go by Murrays coaches.
@Rusty_Gold85
2 жыл бұрын
Its a good save on Carbon fuels of at least a 100 cars and 4 planes(each way and for each company ) worth of fuel . I dont know we have anything running to Country centres in South Australia ,like they used to but would be a good idea
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I’d love for regional trains to be reintroduce in SA.
@friendship9904
2 жыл бұрын
I went to Melbourne from Sydney by train it was the worst trip ever uncomfortable the seats was very hard to sit on
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Oh right. Was that on the XPT?
@friendship9904
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat yeah and took me a couple of days for my back to get better
@drbruh3567
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! But $10.50 for a small meal sounds slightly overpriced.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I guess the cost is relative. 🤔
@fluffgirl1000
2 жыл бұрын
Took 4 hours 50 years ago Sydney to Canberra wow what a progrès lol
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Lol
@xr6lad
2 жыл бұрын
The meal certainly didn’t look too bad. Maybe a gravy or a sachet of apple sauce would have helped the pork.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, quite possibly. 👍
@VideoVidYT
5 ай бұрын
490th comment
@FromtheWindowSeat
5 ай бұрын
🙌
@suzyq8134
Жыл бұрын
You’ve done an amazing job on this video! So much information provided, educational and thoroughly enjoyable to watch! Thank you!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Thank you - really appreciate hearing that! 🙏
@Leo-hv9mm
3 ай бұрын
I'm in favour of train travel, but will NEVER use that train between Canberra and Sydney again. The ride quality was utterly awfu along with noise. Murrays bus or a flight next time.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 ай бұрын
Fair enough. Hopefully the new regional trains are much better.
@Edu.tv_videoessays
8 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@FromtheWindowSeat
8 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@JustKindComeng
2 жыл бұрын
The train kinda looks like an X'Trapolis 100 that is holding its breath.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Ha!
@maryfifita7400
2 жыл бұрын
Can you go on a train from Sydney to Melbourne??? How long and how much?
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the XPT. Takes just under 11 hours and an economy fare is about $80.
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Mary I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@ajay_pn
3 жыл бұрын
very expensive food prices.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
$10.50 for a hot meal? That's very reasonable by Australian standards. :)
@xr6lad
2 жыл бұрын
No it isn’t. You wouldn’t get a sandwich in many shops for that price.
@ethans-dk4bk
Жыл бұрын
Central Station in Sydney Opened 5th of August 1906 to Allow Trains going into the CBD.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Good to know. Cheers!
@nidhulek
2 жыл бұрын
The train journey is good when the trains are running.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
True!
@ulrikezachmann7596
Жыл бұрын
I wish the Govt would wake up and realise since Covid things have changed and people are more likely to travel in their own back yard to discover what is there and use public transport rather than go interstate or over seas. Instead they just make it hard and lose money in the process. For example lots of people were going to Newcastle for a day or short stay, a beautiful place and what does Sydney rail do? Only puts 4 carriages on the train so it is outrageously over crowded and uncomfortable. More people are prepared to go out there and visit places and spend money and they treat people like cattle. No wonder people just give up.The Govt’s have no idea how people live or move around and live in their own little bubble hobnobbing with developers and other people living in bubbles.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, underinvestment in rail is frustrating.
@ethans-dk4bk
Жыл бұрын
The New Regional Trains are the Caf Civity made by Spanish Company Caf. Well trains need to test before entering revenue Service.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, will be interesting to see what they’re like.
@lisabudd5979
2 жыл бұрын
Australian transport is still way behind england and Japan.. Alcohol i just think a separate cart for that would be appropriate.. Good vlog for ppl needng to know what our transport is like .
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, unfortunately it’s not a priority (or vote winner) for governments here. Thank you for you comments. 🙏
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Lisa I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@suave-rider
2 жыл бұрын
Great commentary and extra information about trains and services. I am waiting for the bi-mode CAFs to arrive before making the trip, although even now it makes far more economic sense than flying
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Yes, I’m looking forward to checking out the new trains too.
@philipbirzulis5099
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have fond memories of taking the train from Sydney to Griffith for a primary school exchange week way back in 1982. Maybe you could do that one? That would be awesome!
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes, will definitely consider Griffith. 🤔
@philipbirzulis5099
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Thank you!
@jamesleane6480
2 жыл бұрын
You missed Tarago
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
I did. Oops!
@ajay_pn
3 жыл бұрын
Heaven on earth that is Australia🇦🇺
@adz2k22
9 ай бұрын
great video thanks for showing this train journey
@FromtheWindowSeat
9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@stephanedajtlich
Жыл бұрын
a fast Train would make sense between the nations' biggest city and the Capital City (maxi 1,5 hour city centre to city centre...). But the governments prefer air travels....
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes, a fast train would be ideal but as you say, it’s not a political priority.
@stephanedajtlich
Жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat the Greenies don't want the koalas to be distributed by the noise of the fast train. I'm French and my wife is from Canberra
@gregkloot4402
Жыл бұрын
Are there toilets on the train?
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Yes there are.
@gregkloot4402
Жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat thanks
@donotwantahandle1111
Жыл бұрын
With bad road surfaces and roadworks everywhere, this train trip is more appealing!
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Good point. Cheers!
@qjtvaddict
8 ай бұрын
That’s bad
@coralbyrnes8897
Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy the ride to Canberra.
@FromtheWindowSeat
11 ай бұрын
Yes, it’s a pleasant trip.
@ahmedawan3370
Жыл бұрын
i was there but could not travel through train from canberra to sydney
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Oh right. Why is that?
@rajivmurkejee7498
3 жыл бұрын
A rail station befitting the capital city of a great country
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Canberra train station isn’t too bad. But certainly not as impressive as Sydney. 😉
@neilcox7879
2 жыл бұрын
No this isn’t the third world. This the rail line between Australia’s main state city and it capital. Go figure? What a joke!
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately most Australian governments don’t place too much value on regional rail. And Australians love their cars. Sad but true. 😔
@neilcox7879
2 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Too true. Such a shame. I feel there is a lot of lost opportunity with that mind set of our governments. I thing well run regional railways would have a lot to offer.
@ajay_pn
3 жыл бұрын
Are you a Australian or British?
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. I'm Australian.
@maureen8966
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Adam loved ur video my 2 sons travelled to Canberra on Tuesday in the train they loved it. Can't wait to go myself
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it! Yes, you should go too! :)
@DerickNeal-dj3te
Жыл бұрын
Hey Maureen I am so sorry if my message got you upset. I am also for invading your privacy. I was watching the beautiful video, then I came across your comment, and I was wondering if we can share ideas together 🙏🙏🥀
@anthonylubka5333
2 жыл бұрын
Australia is so behind when comes to trains
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, unfortunately compared to a lot of countries, it is.
@Andrew-jh5uv
2 ай бұрын
Dont bother the XPT is 3rd world!!! NSW Govt honestly 1% of people use it is that surprising ...a long slow depressing ride 3 weeks ago I was appalled
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that. 😢
@Andrew-jh5uv
2 ай бұрын
What do you mean?🧐🧐 I mean you were on the same train, so you think its acceptable 😳🙄🙄?
@Andrew-jh5uv
2 ай бұрын
This guy ... OMG ignore this pap the XPT is a decaying piece of mediocrity
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 ай бұрын
@@Andrew-jh5uv This video is about the Xplorer not the XPT and was filmed three years ago so things may have changed in the time since.
@aliciarobertson4979
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Enjoyed your journey. I wasn’t keen on the fisheye view or distracting music. (Not complaining; just my opinion.) I really liked your commentary. You explained it well for anyone who hasn’t made the trip yet. This subscriber used to travel from Sydney to Canberra by steam train 40+ years ago. Then 30 years ago moved to Canberra so would travel to Sydney and return a couple of times a year. Haven’t done the trip in about 20 months now. I usually travelled first class but, when no seats available there, I have travelled second class. Still a comfortable trip. While the high speed rail would be good for business folk going straight through I like the slower pace of a normal train and time to enjoy the scenery and, depending at which time your journey is, a meal or coffee and a snack.
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching - appreciate it!
@aliciarobertson4979
3 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat No, again, thank you! 😊
@Dhavroch
2 жыл бұрын
It’s slow, but a nice trip.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
True!
@lukei6255
2 жыл бұрын
I must say this part of Australia looks so untidy and boring. But if you consider it is just a colony to be exploited that makes sense.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
It’s all relative I think. 🤔
@kookymonsta6566
Жыл бұрын
When did this service start. I lived in Canberra up from 1970 until 1992 and I never knew there was a train service.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
December 1993 according to Wikipedia but before that the service was loco hauled.
@kookymonsta6566
Жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat From my memory I remember a station around Manuka or kingston or somewhere. Canberra has never had a local train service and I cannot remember an interstate service. Mind you the drive is literally an hour quicker.
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
@@kookymonsta6566 yes, Canberra railway station is in Kingston.
@goingforadds
2 жыл бұрын
The good old Canberra pass - SP3* Crosses just after Golburn via Joppa Junction into UGL/ old John Holland country lol. You probably had a PN garbage train following you after the you left Golburn 122*.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
You know your train movements! 👌
@jhead9065
2 жыл бұрын
I live in Texas USA. Landscape looks very familiar. Since this is June 2021. shouldn't it be winter there.
@FromtheWindowSeat
2 жыл бұрын
This was filmed in February 2021 … so towards the end of summer. 😉
@shahinbadsha8509
3 жыл бұрын
Very well captured and explained the entire journey and other small details. Thanks for sharing looking forward to Perth to Sydney travel if there is one via rail line
@FromtheWindowSeat
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Yes, there is a train from Perth to Sydney called the Indian Pacific. Hopefully one day I'll be able to travel on it for the full length. :)
@shahinbadsha8509
3 жыл бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat thanks a lot happy travels to you
@Cinderdragmire666
Жыл бұрын
You went through Mittagong which is my home town
@FromtheWindowSeat
Жыл бұрын
Oh cool. 👑
@eriktreptow827
2 жыл бұрын
Once a night out at the pubs in Sydney ended in me accidentally getting a Country train to Canberra. Cant understand how I did that as I didnt have a booking or ticket. Just drunk, wanted to get home, my express train home always leaves from the Terminal end of Central, the XPT was there just jumped on. My logic might have been that the XPT would stop at Blacktown and I'd get off. Wrong line lol. Obviously it wasn't fully booked and no one checked tickets luckily or I'd have copped a fine for fare evasion, no matter how unintended. Woke up as the train was going through Queanbeyan, the name of the place didnt ring any bells. But train then pulled into Canberra. Uh oh hahahahaha But the bonus was I just explored Canberra and got the evening train back to Sydney. Was 21 at the time, my parents thought it was hilarious, 15 yrs later I still havent lived that down
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