The Overland

Take the Walk-About

The Overland commenced service in 1887, pioneering intercapital rail travel between Melbourne and Adelaide. The century old name came from the term "Overlander", an adventurer who had travelled across the country. In recognition of its history, The Overland’s emblem is the Kookaburra, symbolic of a new day and new beginnings.

Journey Overview
Route: Adelaide – Melbourne, Melbourne – Adelaide
Duration: Daylight Service in both directions
Distance: 828 kilometres
Frequency: Three times weekly in both directions

To inquire & book  these fantastic rail tours ---- Please call us at +44(0)8700 841 413 and speak to a customer care representative


RulesShow List
  • The Customer must not board a GSR Train without first checking in with the GSR representative/employee at the applicable place of boarding.
  • Gold Kangaroo Service Twin Sleeper Cabin – one travel bag not exceeding 20kgs in weight and no larger than 70 x 60 x 50cm (length x height x width) plus one piece of hand luggage ie. garment bag, cabin bag or briefcase
  • Gold Kangaroo Service Single Sleeper Cabin – one travel bag not exceeding 20kgs in weight and no larger than 50 x 30 x 30cm (length x height x width) plus one piece of hand luggage ie. garment bag, cabin bag or briefcase
  • Red Kangaroo Service Sleeper Cabin – one travel bag not exceeding 20kgs in weight and no larger than 50 x 30 x 30cm (length x height x width) plus one piece of hand luggage ie. garment bag, cabin bag or briefcase
  • Red Kangaroo Service Daynighter Seat – one travel bag not exceeding 20kgs in weight and no larger than 50 x 30 x 30cm (length x height x width)
  • 2 items not exceeding 20 kg each and not exceeding 180 linear centimetres may be conveyed free of charge in the luggage car. Excess luggage prices on application. Due to space constraints, the Customer should only take on board hand luggage required for their journey. Remaining luggage should be checked in up to 30 minutes before departure. Unchecked luggage is carried at the Customer’s risk. Cardboard, plastic or wooden boxes, garbage bags or tea chests will not be accepted as baggage. Bags should be secured and carry the Customer’s name, destination and contact phone number both inside and outside the bag. Explosive, combustible and inflammable materials are prohibited. Items such as foodstuffs, plants, animals and furniture cannot be accepted as personal luggage
  • Upon arrival at the terminal of departure, the Customer should proceed to the GSR check-in counter to present the Customer's Ticket, baggage and if appropriate, medical certificates
  • If the Customer fails to check-in, for whatever reason, GSR may cancel the Customer's reservation, refuse to carry the Customer, and/or require the Customer to pay an additional service fee.