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Bathurst Railway to Mayfield Garden Transfer
May 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:30 pm
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2024
Mayfield is regarded as one of the most exclusive, privately owned cool climate gardens in the world.
Mayfield Garden is set out in the countryside midway between Bathurst and Oberon. It is a beautiful 35-minute drive by car and is not serviced by public transport. Without a vehicle of your own, getting to Mayfield may be a little out of reach to some.
That has now changed with the our transfer service departing Bathurst train station every Thursday.
Visit Mayfield from Sydney on the XPT and home again, all in a day.
Sitting at 1000m above sea level in rural NSW, it has to be seen to be believed. There is no parallel to this magnificent garden. With the 65 hectares of garden open daily, crowds flock to see the elaborate work of the Hawkins family with inspiration drawn from the grand gardens of Europe.
Can I catch the train from Sydney to meet the bus to Mayfield Garden?
Yes, the bus meets the arrival of the XPT train at Bathurst station and takes you straight to Mayfield Garden. You need to book your own XPT train ticket.
You can also catch the bus from Bathurst if living in or visiting Bathurst. Pre-bookings only
When does the bus run?
For individual travellers – every Thursday*.(pre-bookings only)
For groups of 10 or more – on demand, any day of the week (pre-bookings only)
Bus Schedule
7:19am: XPT train service departs Sydney Central station
10:52am: XPT train service arrives in Bathurst
11:00am: Bus departs directly from the Bathurst train station
11:45am: Arrive Mayfield Garden (bus does not wait at Mayfield)
3:15pm: Bus arrives at Mayfield
3:30pm: Bus departs Mayfield for return trip to Bathurst
4:15pm: Arrive at Bathurst train station
5:05pm: XPT train service departs Bathurst for Sydney
8:42pm: XPT train service arrives Central
Do I need to pre-book my seat?
Yes, bookings are essential.
We are unable to accept bookings at the bus on the day.
This tour requires a minimum of 4 people to go ahead
Is there anything else I need to know?
Food, drinks and gifts are available at Mayfield Garden at your own expense.
Entry cost to Mayfield is at your own expense. Please see Mayfield Garden website for full details.
Arranging Train travel is your responsibility and at your own expense.
Pre-bookings are essential. If you are not able to make an online booking, please email or phone us and we will help complete your booking for you.
Mayfield is situated 1000m above sea level with weather conditions that can change during the day and can be different from Sydney. It is advisable to bring a hat, sunscreen, layered clothing options and secure walking shoes. This will help you gain the most enjoyable experience at Mayfield Garden.