The XPT is a shadow of what once was. We use to have The Southern Aroura which was a luxury train with sleepers and white linen service, dining and club cars. The XPT is a tired old train. Time for a classic upgrade!!!
The Southern Aurora was wonderful - I travelled in it 5 times in the 1970s, and it was one of the most enjoyable experiences in my whole life, and I am very sorry it is now gone. You could have a compartment to yourself if you were travelling alone, called a roomette, and to be sure, it was small, but private and comfortable. I have not been on the XPT, but I understand that it has no roomettes, which is a serious turn-off for me. I presume that, if you travel alone, you have to share a double compartment (a twinette) with a stranger, which is not something I would want to do in the least.
@@terrybarrett2368 In my case, it was very early 60s in a roomette. My own loo, but no shower. A slow trip by European standards, but quite comfortable.
Victoria, if you are not already a stand up comedian then you are guaranteed success in that field. You are a little ray of sunshine beaming down the track towards Sydney. You are a joy to watch.
Stand-up comedy and comedy in general is the ultimate form of free speech, because you get to poke holes in all the pretentious bubbles politicians and pundits and popes and pretenders try to float over our heads. Good luck with eveything, i am also a muso, i play for the London Symphony Orchestra. Was that a Cello case i spotted on your back? (I play Timpani/Drums/Percussion). Hope the concert went well. Hope you enjoyed the "First Class" experience. Those trains you got (XPT) Express passenger train. are 42 years old. There is a "Platinum Class" which includes free cochroaches! Glad you enoyed the men making your bed for you. Did you have aweet deeams?? 💕💕💕
When I was a young man I occassionally caught the overnight to Sydney.I sat up, got very little sleep but the fare was cheap.Later in life, my wife and I took the same trip, first class.The cost was the same as flying and the experience was so bad, we will never take the journey again.
And now it’s actually more expensive than flying! I guess it really only makes sense for people who love trains and hate flying 🤷🏻♀️ thank you for watching!!!
This is the first time I saw your channel. I love how you turned a disappointment into an adventure, and with such enthusiasm and gusto. As you can possibly tell, by the single ticket left, the XPT is a popular rail service, despite its misgivings and age. One thing I like about some travel is it's an opportunity to switch off from devices, even if for a few hours, and rediscover the joy of travel for its own sake. I'll be doing this adventure later this year.
Oh thank you so much for watching my adventure! I recently took the train to Canberra (video coming soon) and I agree it’s nice to switch off…I was listening to Pink Floyd the entire train trip and it was to relaxing. But omg are those trains old…it really is time we get modern ones! Enjoy your upcoming adventure ☺️
I've subscribed. Glad you liked the sleeping train experience. You're a lovely lady and a wonderful performer . . Looking forward to your next adventure ❤
I love your humour. I have recently returned from Europe and was lucky enough to do some train travel there yet wish to do more train travel in Australia.... blessings from Melbourne
Oh wow! Where do I begin? I have to say that I love love love how you kept your good humour throughout the entirety of your video. I know you said you let Jetstar have it (at the start of the video) but the way you persevered with the train and stayed so open to how you might get to Sydney from Melbourne, I am really impressed. I have subscribed to your channel and I'm looking forward to seeing more of that openness and good humour be seen throughout those videos too. I see also that you have some how-to videos on making videos - I'd like to start a YT channel of my own (for what I don't know) but even though I'm not a mac-user I might learn some skills there. My niece is learning viola and I hope I can suggest she watch you channel to see you playing. I want to encourage her all I can in this and you may be the second violist I can put a name to. Thank you so much for this video, Viktoria - I'm looking forward to seeing what else you share, wherever I get to see it. I'll keep an eye out for your smilling face next time I'm in the CBD - I'm certain you'll stand out!
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Viktoria, glad to hear you made it (just)! Early this year (2023), I had to make three return trips in rather quick succession between Canberra and Melbourne using the XPT (changing to and from the XPT at Goulburn station), but in my case, they were all daytime trips. Those XPT trains are about forty years old, and it shows in that they lack WiFi and USB charging points. They _can_ sometimes pick up extra speed and make up for lost time during the trip. On one of my trips northward, we arrived at Junee station 18 minutes ahead of schedule. They had to stick to the timetable and couldn't depart Junee ahead of schedule, so they announced that they would let us out onto the platform to stretch our legs for those 18 minutes, but warned us not to leave the station so that we would not risk being left behind! When the XPT arrives at Sydney or Melbourne, there's not much turnaround time before the train has to depart again whether it's for a daytime or overnight run, so a late arrival probably means a late departure because they still have to clean the train in the meantime.
Yes they had to be very quick to clean for the turnaround. They did a great job but I do think it’s time for slightly more modern trains. Thank you so much for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV new trains, CAF Civity, are supposed to be coming 2026/7, after lengthy delays. At this stage, Jan 2024, there are no sleeper options. I wish we could have trains as good as you do in Europe, but the government always goes with the cheapest option here. Rail isn't as valued here as it is in Europe.
First time I've watched your video. I will definitely watch again. Live your pisitive vibes and live of music. I am 68 and have played piano and organ for church since high school.
The locomotive is based on the British Intercity 125 HST, with a few additions for Australian conditions. It is a diesel driven loco. The locos design is around 45 years old. It looks like you had a good journey, when i travelled on the same train, I was in standard class. Got around 1 hours sleep. The stop in Wagga Wagga was good.
@@andrewbutler6477 I went on a countryliner in 1994. It was an overnight and had an adapted British HST engine. We stopped in Wagga Wagga for a smoke break. I was in standard seating.
I travelled on this train six times between Goulburn and Melbourne (three return trips) early this year (2023). On one occasion, I was seated in the forward end of the second carriage behind the leading locomotive, and when the train was running at speed, I could hear the roar of the locomotive from inside the carriage!
I watch TH-cam on the cardio machines at the gym. This was in the recommendations because I watch a lot of train videos, mostly Melbourne-related. I was excited to find out as it played that you are a violist because one of the only things I know more about than Australian trains is music! I remember touring with choirs very fondly, and am excited to watch your other videos, especially touring ones.
Oh wow I’d like to do the Indian pacific one day! It’s pretty pricey though isn’t it? And thank you the concert went surprisingly well despite the fact it was really long and I couldn’t wait to get home and have a real shower and enjoy my own bed 😅 thank you so much for watching!
Nice review sometimes it's good to take the slower journey and just enjoy the whole experience for what it is! Typical Jetstar though there great when they get away and do a perfectly fine job of getting form A to B for a no thrills price but it wouldn't be the first time I've had the dreaded "Engineering Requirements" email at the 11th hour. I got the email around 9pm the night before a morning flight back to Perth from Sydney last year . Lucky I even saw the email before I went to bed . Rather than than just rebooking you on Qantas they offered ridiculous indirect flights only via Melbourne which would take over 18 hours!
Yes slow and steady wins the race 🐢🐢🐢 totally agree that Jetstar is a bit of a gamble these days. But I’ve always been lucky so far so I thought it will be ok but I guess I’ve learned my lesson 😅 sorry to hear you had to go through this too! I think virgin is definitely a better choice. Thank you for watching 😊
@@NonStopTravelVV I took my own food they are old trains but well cared for with excellent heating big seats and big windows. And yes they are never on time.
This should be a 3 hour trip : The fundamental problem with HSR is that the rail gauge of 1435 mm is far too narrow (as the rail cars a 3040 mm in width) - so the trains have to follow a (very expensive) virtual straight line - or tip over! This is a classic “5 Monkey Experiment” scenario - “we have always done it (incorrectly) that way”!! The so-called “Standard” rail gauge is only 1435 mm (which was actually engineered for 5’ width (mining) rail cars - and not for 8’ 0” rail cars! Brunel (in the CE 1830 - 40s) came up with a 7’ 0” rail “Broad” gauge that was perfect for 8’ 0” width rail cars - as this was far more stable and far larger load capacity (and lower maintenance) than the narrower gauges! All hell broke loose and Stephenson eventually pressed the UK Parliament for the “UK Standard Rail Gauge Act” CE 1846 to deliberately / deceptively eliminate Brunel’s excellent “Broad” gauge competing with his then commonly used “standard” gauge. In the CE 1920-30s Train cars became even wider to 10’ 0” (3040 mm) - and far more unstable as they were still using “Standard” gauge (1435 mm) that was less than half the width (3040 mm) of the cars. Would you drive road car with an 1800 mm width that has barely an 850 mm wheel gauge? No! Well only in a straight line!! The correct rail gauge for 3040 (10’ 0”) rail cars is 2540 mm (8’ 4”) “Wide” gauge rail! With this “Wide” gauge, these rail cars will be very stable and the HSR “Wide” rail lines do not have to be dead straight (as per HSR using the incorrect “Standard” Gauge rails)! This correctly engineered “Wide Gauge” rail line in Australia can then be applied for about 90% of the way using the pre-existing rail easements at a small fraction of the cost of making completely new rail easements and tracks. WDYT ?! 😊
@@NonStopTravelVV To do that we really need to considerably reduce our (extremely expensive ) air travel - and the pollies (all sides) are very compromised on air travel.
Oh I didn’t even know that there is a bus too! Thank you, next time I’ll do that! But I’m guessing I’d have to sleep in a seated position but then again it might be quicker. Thank you for watching and commenting ☺️
Definitely not the most modern. The power cars date from 1982, and the sleeping cars from 1992. The design dates from 1975, as they're an Australian version of the British HST trains. They were due to be retired this year, but their replacements are still at least two years away from hitting the rails, so they soldier on. Part of why the journey takes so long is that it's 90km further by train than by road. Also it's quite rough due to poor track in parts. The price charged is the standard for a sleeping berth on the route, regardless of when you book.
Wow thank you that’s great information! Now it all makes sense. I’m very curious about the new trains now, hopefully they’ll come soon and then I’ll take another trip to see the difference. Thank you so much for watching and for your wisdom. Much appreciated!
It will depend on when the NSW government and CAF (Construccines Auxilar y Ferrocarriles) España sort out their differences. It will be a large-ish fleet to replace the XPT fleet, and the Xplorer and Endeavour regional railcar sets. As well as most of the XPT fleet being over 40 years old, the other types are 30 years old, and near the end of their economic life as well. One difference, track condition depending, is that they will have a maximum speed of 200kmh, much faster than the XPT's 160kmh and 145kmh for the others.
Oh that’s sounds perfect! I hear that there might newer trains coming at some stage if that happens then I’ll definitely do a video on that ☺️ thank you!
it was funny how you said soccer even though it was Footy as we say in Australia or AFL (short for Australian Football League) Also the XPT is really nice. Pretty much the difference between economy and first class is a bit more legroom and also 40 degrees recline in First class rather than 28 degrees in economy. Also First class is a bit quitter i think?
Haha yes all ball games are soccer to me 🫢😅😅😅 the train was quite comfortable and definitely fun! I wanted to do another overnight trip next month but it was all booked out for the night I needed unfortunately! But I’d definitely do the overnight trip again. First class sleeper train is the way to go because then you’ve got a bed with is better than any legroom. Thank you for watching ☺️☺️☺️
Yes it must be fun inside of the sleep car. I have never been inside the sleeper car because we don't have enough money and we always catch the day train to wagga wagga which is around half way between Sydney And Melbourne. So what is the point of being in the day sitter. But when i am 14 or 15 i will go to Sydney... BY MY SELF at night time from southern cross to Sydney Central. I can't wait for another XPT video and maybe when i go by myself i will get a sleeper car because my mum goes to work every Tuesday or Thursday stating from may :) so i should be able to experience the sleeper car once before they get replaced in like 2026 or something. :( Anyways your review was funny and especially when you were talking about the train being late. I will record a few XPT videos on my other account over the winter holidays which is when i will go to wagga wagga again. I am only 12 but turning 13 on the 16th of may :) Also you have a great choice in music!!
lol Jetstar cancelled and couldn't help you... what a surprise 😂If they really want to, they can put you on a Qantas flight but it's easier to just say "no." A good adventure nonetheless!
That’s what I thought too…that they should be able to get me on a Qantas flight! Maybe I should have been more persistent 🤷🏻♀️ but then again the train was a fun adventure. I think next time I fly virgin again though to be safe 😅 thank you for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV Probably not worth the effort IMO. Good luck trying to get any refund too. Personally I've put Jetstar on a "no fly" list - too many horror stories and far too often. Also side note, I loved the other video where you went to Camp Cove! I used to live in that area, CC was my "go to" beach. Awesome for late summer evening dips in the water while watching the sun set over the city.
Have done many train journeys in Europe while on holidays, (I just don't trust myself driving on the "wrong" side of the road, I would hate to cause an accident). Very enjoyable, travelling through Italy, Switzerland and France by train. Got caught up in a train strike in France on one trip, that was stressful and chaotic. Have not travelled long distance in Australia yet though, shame it could be fun. Enjoyable video again. 😊
Haha i thought why does your name sound so familiar 😊😊😊😊 and then I realised you’ve ordered the t-shirts 😊 And yes train rides in Europe are more exciting I think with them mountains and lakes! Then again I didn’t get to see any scenery on this trip so maybe it’s exciting too! I’m so glad you enjoyed my video 😊
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@NonStopTravelVV Your so Welcome And I'm happy To Hear That my Comment made You happy, oh Yes Your Channel Will grow I'm Sure About That Because your Awesome And You made Enjoyable Videos. ML&R From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
@NonStopTravelVV I'm About To Share Your Channel with my APT Community in the Community Page That's What I call my Subscribers, but Before I Do So I Would Like your Permission First This what I Always do Out Of Respect Is Ask First. Maybe You Would Like To Join our APT Community And If Your not Interested then That's Fine as I'm Not everyone's cup Of Tea Lol 😁. ML&R From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
Yes please share far and wide! Much appreciated!!! I also have a second TH-cam channel about my daily life in sydney and Melbourne maybe you’d enjoy that one too? It’s ’vicky viola vlogs’ that one isn’t monetised yet because I don’t have 1000 subscribers just yet so sharing would help me out a lot. Thank you ☺️
@NonStopTravelVV Okay Cool I'm Going To Share Both Of Your Channels And I Just Subscribed To Your Second Channel Also Vicky, I will Always Help Good People and Your Very Welcome.
Is your accent German? Would you ever consider doing another train trip video in your native language with subtitles, would love to hear. These trains are over 40 years old and getting replaced next year, they unfortunately are getting rid of sleeper compartments based on the current plans but hopefully they can be resurrected. I think they should just be permanent bunk beds with 4 or even 6 per cabin. And they should make it cheaper by cutting costs for staff and all the added extras: -just let people make their own beds and give them sheets+pillows as they board -make everyone that wants food go to the dining car and get it themselves -push up the prices of flights in any corridor where a sleeper train option is available (Adelaide-Melbourne-Sydney-Brisbane-Cairns are all linked by night trains), use the extra money generated by the flight tax to make the train cheaper and upgrade the tracks
Those are amazing ideas…hopefully they will really keep the sleeping option otherwise the overnight train ride wouldn’t be fun at all. And yes I’m from austria so my accent is Austrian/German. And thank you for the suggestion! More train (and ship) videos are in the planning stage 😊 thank you for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV Yeah see Austria is doing a great job at the moment of building Neubaustrecken and Schnellfahrstrecken and investing WAY MORE into their rail system than Australia is, Australia does some things well like new Metro lines in Sydney+Melbourne+Brisbane and new high speed rail between Sydney and Newcastle might be on the way, but it is still nowhere close to enough for regional lines, Austria is much better here.
The XPT is a shadow of what once was. We use to have The Southern Aroura which was a luxury train with sleepers and white linen service, dining and club cars. The XPT is a tired old train. Time for a classic upgrade!!!
Oh that would be amazing! The southern aurora must have been before my time (here in Australia). Thank you for watching 😊😊😊
Or maybe a renovation and refurbishment at least
The Southern Aurora was wonderful - I travelled in it 5 times in the 1970s, and it was one of the most enjoyable experiences in my whole life, and I am very sorry it is now gone. You could have a compartment to yourself if you were travelling alone, called a roomette, and to be sure, it was small, but private and comfortable. I have not been on the XPT, but I understand that it has no roomettes, which is a serious turn-off for me. I presume that, if you travel alone, you have to share a double compartment (a twinette) with a stranger, which is not something I would want to do in the least.
Travelled on it in the 60s
@@terrybarrett2368 In my case, it was very early 60s in a roomette. My own loo, but no shower. A slow trip by European standards, but quite comfortable.
Victoria, if you are not already a stand up comedian then you are guaranteed success in that field. You are a little ray of sunshine beaming down the track towards Sydney. You are a joy to watch.
Haha thank you so much! I’m not a stand up comedian just yet but you never know what’s next 😅😂 I’m inspired now 😎
Charming, elegant and unfailingly gracious. Add her infectious humour and irrestible German accent and Australia has Germany's diamond.
Thank you so much ☺️
Viktoria you are such a lovely pragmatic/positive person. Your videos are a joy to watch. I just love how you make lemonade from lemons!
You are so welcome! Thank you for your compliment 🫣☺️
Stand-up comedy and comedy in general is the ultimate form of free speech, because you get to poke holes in all the pretentious bubbles politicians and pundits and popes and pretenders try to float over our heads.
Good luck with eveything, i am also a muso, i play for the London Symphony Orchestra. Was that a Cello case i spotted on your back? (I play Timpani/Drums/Percussion). Hope the concert went well. Hope you enjoyed the "First Class" experience. Those trains you got (XPT) Express passenger train. are 42 years old. There is a "Platinum Class" which includes free cochroaches!
Glad you enoyed the men making your bed for you. Did you have aweet deeams??
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What an entertaining episode! Thanks for taking us on your adventure! 🐢
The next one will be even more exciting!!! And I might even have a camera man…stay tuned 😉😉😉
When I was a young man I occassionally caught the overnight to Sydney.I sat up, got very little sleep but the fare was cheap.Later in life, my wife and I took the same trip, first class.The cost was the same as flying and the experience was so bad, we will never take the journey again.
And now it’s actually more expensive than flying! I guess it really only makes sense for people who love trains and hate flying 🤷🏻♀️ thank you for watching!!!
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This is the first time I saw your channel. I love how you turned a disappointment into an adventure, and with such enthusiasm and gusto. As you can possibly tell, by the single ticket left, the XPT is a popular rail service, despite its misgivings and age. One thing I like about some travel is it's an opportunity to switch off from devices, even if for a few hours, and rediscover the joy of travel for its own sake. I'll be doing this adventure later this year.
Oh thank you so much for watching my adventure! I recently took the train to Canberra (video coming soon) and I agree it’s nice to switch off…I was listening to Pink Floyd the entire train trip and it was to relaxing. But omg are those trains old…it really is time we get modern ones! Enjoy your upcoming adventure ☺️
@@NonStopTravelVV can I just compliment you on your taste in music :)
WOW! Great work Vicky! Your channel has solid value and I'm loving the authenticity! Nice meet you and maybe I'll see you around the globe 🙌.
Cheers!
Thank you so much! Greetings from NYC 😎
I live in The Blue Mountains which is about an hour from sydney
Oh that's amazing! It's such a beautiful part of the world! Thank you for watching and writing a comment :-)
you're very lucky getting on the XPT because you have to book weeks in advance to get a good seat
Oh I didnt't know that! I guess I was super lucky then in the end. Thank you for watching!
lovely little doco....enjoyed every minute. thank you..!!
Oh thank you so much! I’m glad you liked it 😊😊😊
I've subscribed. Glad you liked the sleeping train experience. You're a lovely lady and a wonderful performer . . Looking forward to your next adventure ❤
I love your humour. I have recently returned from Europe and was lucky enough to do some train travel there yet wish to do more train travel in Australia.... blessings from Melbourne
Oh thank you so much 🫣☺️☺️☺️
Oh wow! Where do I begin?
I have to say that I love love love how you kept your good humour throughout the entirety of your video. I know you said you let Jetstar have it (at the start of the video) but the way you persevered with the train and stayed so open to how you might get to Sydney from Melbourne, I am really impressed.
I have subscribed to your channel and I'm looking forward to seeing more of that openness and good humour be seen throughout those videos too. I see also that you have some how-to videos on making videos - I'd like to start a YT channel of my own (for what I don't know) but even though I'm not a mac-user I might learn some skills there.
My niece is learning viola and I hope I can suggest she watch you channel to see you playing. I want to encourage her all I can in this and you may be the second violist I can put a name to. Thank you so much for this video, Viktoria - I'm looking forward to seeing what else you share, wherever I get to see it. I'll keep an eye out for your smilling face next time I'm in the CBD - I'm certain you'll stand out!
Thank you for your lovely comment and for subscribing! I hope you’ll enjoy my other videos too ☺️
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Awesome video, thank you for sharing your beautiful humour 😂❤
Thank you so much!!! I’m glad you liked my video 🤗
a vacuum toilet yes i have used one on the XPT
Haha it was definitely interesting to experience 🫣😅 thanks for watching!
Viktoria, glad to hear you made it (just)! Early this year (2023), I had to make three return trips in rather quick succession between Canberra and Melbourne using the XPT (changing to and from the XPT at Goulburn station), but in my case, they were all daytime trips. Those XPT trains are about forty years old, and it shows in that they lack WiFi and USB charging points. They _can_ sometimes pick up extra speed and make up for lost time during the trip. On one of my trips northward, we arrived at Junee station 18 minutes ahead of schedule. They had to stick to the timetable and couldn't depart Junee ahead of schedule, so they announced that they would let us out onto the platform to stretch our legs for those 18 minutes, but warned us not to leave the station so that we would not risk being left behind! When the XPT arrives at Sydney or Melbourne, there's not much turnaround time before the train has to depart again whether it's for a daytime or overnight run, so a late arrival probably means a late departure because they still have to clean the train in the meantime.
Yes they had to be very quick to clean for the turnaround. They did a great job but I do think it’s time for slightly more modern trains. Thank you so much for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV new trains, CAF Civity, are supposed to be coming 2026/7, after lengthy delays. At this stage, Jan 2024, there are no sleeper options. I wish we could have trains as good as you do in Europe, but the government always goes with the cheapest option here. Rail isn't as valued here as it is in Europe.
Loved the review . Highly informative as well as entertaining .
Much appreciated!
❤️❤️🌷Loved seeing Sydney Train Station from your view.
Oh thank you ☺️
First time I've watched your video. I will definitely watch again. Live your pisitive vibes and live of music. I am 68 and have played piano and organ for church since high school.
That’s so lovely to have a fellow musician watching my videos! Thank you so much and keep making music ❤️
Looks like a nice and quite comfortable ride. Thanks for another very entertaining episode!!😊😘
Danke schön Herr Ritter!!!! 😎
its a sleeper at night and a daysitter during the day that means you have the compartment all to yourself just like a sleeper at night
Yes that makes sense! Definitely more fun to do the night trip though when you can enjoy the bed 😎 thank you for watching and commenting ☺️
Great adventure ,finally you made it to the concert 😊 gr8
Yes it was a close call! But a great adventure. Thank you so much for watching ☺️
Enjoyed the suspense of this video!
Thank you so much for watching! 😎
The locomotive is based on the British Intercity 125 HST, with a few additions for Australian conditions. It is a diesel driven loco. The locos design is around 45 years old. It looks like you had a good journey, when i travelled on the same train, I was in standard class. Got around 1 hours sleep. The stop in Wagga Wagga was good.
Oh cool thanks for sharing this info 😊😊😊
The xpt British cousin the 125 has operated here in the UK for ,47 years but has never operated a overnight sleeper service
@@andrewbutler6477 I went on a countryliner in 1994. It was an overnight and had an adapted British HST engine. We stopped in Wagga Wagga for a smoke break. I was in standard seating.
I travelled on this train six times between Goulburn and Melbourne (three return trips) early this year (2023). On one occasion, I was seated in the forward end of the second carriage behind the leading locomotive, and when the train was running at speed, I could hear the roar of the locomotive from inside the carriage!
I watch TH-cam on the cardio machines at the gym. This was in the recommendations because I watch a lot of train videos, mostly Melbourne-related. I was excited to find out as it played that you are a violist because one of the only things I know more about than Australian trains is music! I remember touring with choirs very fondly, and am excited to watch your other videos, especially touring ones.
Oh thank you!!! I’m glad my videos are entertaining during your workout. Nice to to know that I have a fit musician watching my videos ☺️☺️☺️
12:03 A locomotive.
Thank you ☺️☺️☺️
The Victoria train has purple paint and the NSW XPT train has blue paint.
Thank you! I didn’t know that. Thank you for watching 😊😊😊
Cool ... reminds me of my trip with the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth some years ago!
How was your concert?🤔
Oh wow I’d like to do the Indian pacific one day! It’s pretty pricey though isn’t it? And thank you the concert went surprisingly well despite the fact it was really long and I couldn’t wait to get home and have a real shower and enjoy my own bed 😅 thank you so much for watching!
Nice review sometimes it's good to take the slower journey and just enjoy the whole experience for what it is!
Typical Jetstar though there great when they get away and do a perfectly fine job of getting form A to B for a no thrills price but it wouldn't be the first time I've had the dreaded "Engineering Requirements" email at the 11th hour. I got the email around 9pm the night before a morning flight back to Perth from Sydney last year . Lucky I even saw the email before I went to bed . Rather than than just rebooking you on Qantas they offered ridiculous indirect flights only via Melbourne which would take over 18 hours!
Yes slow and steady wins the race 🐢🐢🐢 totally agree that Jetstar is a bit of a gamble these days. But I’ve always been lucky so far so I thought it will be ok but I guess I’ve learned my lesson 😅 sorry to hear you had to go through this too! I think virgin is definitely a better choice. Thank you for watching 😊
So well done.👏👏👏👏
It makes me so happy to hear that! Thank you so much for watching 😍
I’ve gone on the sleeper to Sydney a couple of times
The beds are really nice aren’t they? Thank you for watching!
Take the day train First class it is actually a very comfortable journey.
Yes the beds are actually comfortable 😊
@@NonStopTravelVV I took my own food they are old trains but well cared for with excellent heating big seats and big windows. And yes they are never on time.
How you long does a sleeper train travel from Melbourne to Canberra?
I think it only operates between Melbourne and Sydney
Where can I buy the ticket for sleeper train? Thank you...
I bought it directly at the counter at southern train station in Melbourne but online would be the best way to do it!
I"ve been held up every time I've used Southern Cross station. Something not right there. Maybe it's cursed.
Maybe it’s the diesel smell 😅
This should be a 3 hour trip :
The fundamental problem with HSR is that the rail gauge of 1435 mm is far too narrow (as the rail cars a 3040 mm in width) - so the trains have to follow a (very expensive) virtual straight line - or tip over! This is a classic “5 Monkey Experiment” scenario - “we have always done it (incorrectly) that way”!!
The so-called “Standard” rail gauge is only 1435 mm (which was actually engineered for 5’ width (mining) rail cars - and not for 8’ 0” rail cars! Brunel (in the CE 1830 - 40s) came up with a 7’ 0” rail “Broad” gauge that was perfect for 8’ 0” width rail cars - as this was far more stable and far larger load capacity (and lower maintenance) than the narrower gauges!
All hell broke loose and Stephenson eventually pressed the UK Parliament for the “UK Standard Rail Gauge Act” CE 1846 to deliberately / deceptively eliminate Brunel’s excellent “Broad” gauge competing with his then commonly used “standard” gauge.
In the CE 1920-30s Train cars became even wider to 10’ 0” (3040 mm) - and far more unstable as they were still using “Standard” gauge (1435 mm) that was less than half the width (3040 mm) of the cars. Would you drive road car with an 1800 mm width that has barely an 850 mm wheel gauge? No! Well only in a straight line!!
The correct rail gauge for 3040 (10’ 0”) rail cars is 2540 mm (8’ 4”) “Wide” gauge rail! With this “Wide” gauge, these rail cars will be very stable and the HSR “Wide” rail lines do not have to be dead straight (as per HSR using the incorrect “Standard” Gauge rails)! This correctly engineered “Wide Gauge” rail line in Australia can then be applied for about 90% of the way using the pre-existing rail easements at a small fraction of the cost of making completely new rail easements and tracks. WDYT ?! 😊
That’s crazy! I agree….we really should lift our train game here in Australia 😅 thank you for your insight!
@@NonStopTravelVV To do that we really need to considerably reduce our (extremely expensive ) air travel - and the pollies (all sides) are very compromised on air travel.
You could have caught an overnight Coach to Sydney for quarter of the price. Saying that, the train is a nice trip
Oh I didn’t even know that there is a bus too! Thank you, next time I’ll do that! But I’m guessing I’d have to sleep in a seated position but then again it might be quicker. Thank you for watching and commenting ☺️
Definitely not the most modern. The power cars date from 1982, and the sleeping cars from 1992. The design dates from 1975, as they're an Australian version of the British HST trains. They were due to be retired this year, but their replacements are still at least two years away from hitting the rails, so they soldier on. Part of why the journey takes so long is that it's 90km further by train than by road. Also it's quite rough due to poor track in parts.
The price charged is the standard for a sleeping berth on the route, regardless of when you book.
Wow thank you that’s great information! Now it all makes sense. I’m very curious about the new trains now, hopefully they’ll come soon and then I’ll take another trip to see the difference. Thank you so much for watching and for your wisdom. Much appreciated!
It will depend on when the NSW government and CAF (Construccines Auxilar y Ferrocarriles) España sort out their differences. It will be a large-ish fleet to replace the XPT fleet, and the Xplorer and Endeavour regional railcar sets. As well as most of the XPT fleet being over 40 years old, the other types are 30 years old, and near the end of their economic life as well.
One difference, track condition depending, is that they will have a maximum speed of 200kmh, much faster than the XPT's 160kmh and 145kmh for the others.
Really enjoyed this video.
Oh thank you so much!!!!
I hope you enjoyed your overnight trip
I did! I actually wish it was a bit longer so I could sleep a full 9 hours 😅 thank you for watching and subscribing ❤️
@@NonStopTravelVV the sydney to brisbane service is longer a 13 hour trip
Oh that’s sounds perfect! I hear that there might newer trains coming at some stage if that happens then I’ll definitely do a video on that ☺️ thank you!
@@NonStopTravelVV you're very welcome
@@NonStopTravelVV going from sydney to melbourne may be long journey for me it was worth it
The XPT Replacement trains won't even have sleepers
Omg seriously? That’s crazy!!!! Thanks for the info…🥺
I enjoyed the comment "the lady is very strict about you standing behind the yellow line."
Haha she was! 🤭😂
Hi how to book city to city train app
I just booked it in person at the train station but if you google NSW train link you’ll get the option to book online😊
Hello I live in Perth and had my cancelled Jetstar flight moved to Qantas and I have heard Virgin do move customers to Qantas if they cancel.
Yes I think virgin is much better! Thanks for watching ☺️
How can i book the train and how i buying a ticket?
I bought my ticket at southern cross station at the ticket office. But it’s best to book it online.
@@NonStopTravelVV how I gonna book at online. I never went to Sydney and I never booked a fly.
This is nice episode thank you .i need your next episode ok 👍
Thank you! Next episode coming soon 😎 don’t forget to subscribe 😊
it was funny how you said soccer even though it was Footy as we say in Australia or AFL (short for Australian Football League) Also the XPT is really nice. Pretty much the difference between economy and first class is a bit more legroom and also 40 degrees recline in First class rather than 28 degrees in economy. Also First class is a bit quitter i think?
Haha yes all ball games are soccer to me 🫢😅😅😅 the train was quite comfortable and definitely fun! I wanted to do another overnight trip next month but it was all booked out for the night I needed unfortunately! But I’d definitely do the overnight trip again. First class sleeper train is the way to go because then you’ve got a bed with is better than any legroom. Thank you for watching ☺️☺️☺️
Yes it must be fun inside of the sleep car. I have never been inside the sleeper car because we don't have enough money and we always catch the day train to wagga wagga which is around half way between Sydney And Melbourne. So what is the point of being in the day sitter. But when i am 14 or 15 i will go to Sydney... BY MY SELF at night time from southern cross to Sydney Central. I can't wait for another XPT video and maybe when i go by myself i will get a sleeper car because my mum goes to work every Tuesday or Thursday stating from may :) so i should be able to experience the sleeper car once before they get replaced in like 2026 or something. :( Anyways your review was funny and especially when you were talking about the train being late. I will record a few XPT videos on my other account over the winter holidays which is when i will go to wagga wagga again. I am only 12 but turning 13 on the 16th of may :) Also you have a great choice in music!!
You are lucky to get sleeper cabin they are expensive
Yes they really are! Flying is definitely cheaper. Thank you for watching 😊😊😊
ST22 was the run number for your XPT
Possibly 🤭 thank you 😊
Its worth bearing in mind that aviation is how we travel in Australia. Trains are regional connections.
True! Thank you for your comment ☺️
Nice.
Thank you for watching!
Amazing video!!! Great confidence on camera and talking in public 🥹
Thank you so much!!!
Train or fly which is better?
Train is more romantic…if you travel with someone special! But otherwise I’ll prefer the plane…quick and easy! 😎
Is this the First Class right?
Yes it is 😅
Video starts at 14:21
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lol Jetstar cancelled and couldn't help you... what a surprise 😂If they really want to, they can put you on a Qantas flight but it's easier to just say "no." A good adventure nonetheless!
That’s what I thought too…that they should be able to get me on a Qantas flight! Maybe I should have been more persistent 🤷🏻♀️ but then again the train was a fun adventure. I think next time I fly virgin again though to be safe 😅 thank you for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV Probably not worth the effort IMO. Good luck trying to get any refund too. Personally I've put Jetstar on a "no fly" list - too many horror stories and far too often.
Also side note, I loved the other video where you went to Camp Cove! I used to live in that area, CC was my "go to" beach. Awesome for late summer evening dips in the water while watching the sun set over the city.
I Miss Melbourne and Preston VIC...
Me too 😅
Have done many train journeys in Europe while on holidays, (I just don't trust myself driving on the "wrong" side of the road, I would hate to cause an accident). Very enjoyable, travelling through Italy, Switzerland and France by train. Got caught up in a train strike in France on one trip, that was stressful and chaotic. Have not travelled long distance in Australia yet though, shame it could be fun. Enjoyable video again. 😊
Haha i thought why does your name sound so familiar 😊😊😊😊 and then I realised you’ve ordered the t-shirts 😊
And yes train rides in Europe are more exciting I think with them mountains and lakes! Then again I didn’t get to see any scenery on this trip so maybe it’s exciting too! I’m so glad you enjoyed my video 😊
Now I want to travel to sydney by train haha 😅
Haha well now you know not to expect too much luxury 😅 but it sure is an adventure!!!
Fun
Thank you!!!
why Hasn't this Awesome Beautiful Woman got more subbs, After Watching for Only A minute i hit the Subscribe Button Because i love your Engery your bubbly Personality And your Beautiful Smile. May God 🙏🏻 Always watch Over You And keep You Safe
Thank you sooooo much! You made my day! Thank you for subscribing…yes I hope my channel will grow.
@NonStopTravelVV Your so Welcome And I'm happy To Hear That my Comment made You happy, oh Yes Your Channel Will grow I'm Sure About That Because your Awesome And You made Enjoyable Videos. ML&R From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
@NonStopTravelVV I'm About To Share Your Channel with my APT Community in the Community Page That's What I call my Subscribers, but Before I Do So I Would Like your Permission First This what I Always do Out Of Respect Is Ask First. Maybe You Would Like To Join our APT Community And If Your not Interested then That's Fine as I'm Not everyone's cup Of Tea Lol 😁. ML&R From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
Yes please share far and wide! Much appreciated!!! I also have a second TH-cam channel about my daily life in sydney and Melbourne maybe you’d enjoy that one too? It’s ’vicky viola vlogs’ that one isn’t monetised yet because I don’t have 1000 subscribers just yet so sharing would help me out a lot. Thank you ☺️
@NonStopTravelVV Okay Cool I'm Going To Share Both Of Your Channels And I Just Subscribed To Your Second Channel Also Vicky, I will Always Help Good People and Your Very Welcome.
Train app name
apps.apple.com/au/app/trip-planner-nsw-transport/id1457145842
Maybe she need to travel more often on trains like she so excited.
Yes I’m thinking to do the Ghan soon! Stay tuned 😎 thank you for watching 💚
Bloody Jetstar. Would never fly with those clowns. The only thing they ever get right is cancelling flights… aweful reputation…
It’s always a gamble with them 😅 thank you for watching my adventure!
The actual video starts at 14 minutes after
True 😅
Is your accent German? Would you ever consider doing another train trip video in your native language with subtitles, would love to hear. These trains are over 40 years old and getting replaced next year, they unfortunately are getting rid of sleeper compartments based on the current plans but hopefully they can be resurrected. I think they should just be permanent bunk beds with 4 or even 6 per cabin. And they should make it cheaper by cutting costs for staff and all the added extras:
-just let people make their own beds and give them sheets+pillows as they board
-make everyone that wants food go to the dining car and get it themselves
-push up the prices of flights in any corridor where a sleeper train option is available (Adelaide-Melbourne-Sydney-Brisbane-Cairns are all linked by night trains), use the extra money generated by the flight tax to make the train cheaper and upgrade the tracks
Those are amazing ideas…hopefully they will really keep the sleeping option otherwise the overnight train ride wouldn’t be fun at all.
And yes I’m from austria so my accent is Austrian/German. And thank you for the suggestion! More train (and ship) videos are in the planning stage 😊 thank you for watching!
@@NonStopTravelVV Yeah see Austria is doing a great job at the moment of building Neubaustrecken and Schnellfahrstrecken and investing WAY MORE into their rail system than Australia is, Australia does some things well like new Metro lines in Sydney+Melbourne+Brisbane and new high speed rail between Sydney and Newcastle might be on the way, but it is still nowhere close to enough for regional lines, Austria is much better here.
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That was not a soccer game 💀💀
I’m confused….
@@NonStopTravelVV We call it Football or Footy in Australia. Hes talking about 7:46
I think you got scammed, they legally must give you a full refund
Too late now but yes at least I got a first class train ticket 😅 thank you for watching!
She's cute
The train? 🫣
The girl
Australian trains are am embarrassment .
I agree 🫣 but I tried to be nice about it in my video 😂
@@NonStopTravelVV I know. Thank you! Great video.
Could you manage to be a little more arrogant.
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