Quick Details
Q-Train, Transfers and Return Ferry
Available Monday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday
Enjoy stunning city and coastal views as you cruise along the Yarra River and across Port Phillip Bay to the charming seaside village of Portarlington. On arrival, you will be transferred (a short distance) to the departure point for The Q Train, Drysdale Railway Station (as featured on Masterchef). Please note: When booking your Q-Train ticket, be sure to select ‘Return Transport from The Bellarine’ to secure your bus transfers between the ferry terminal and Drysdale Railway Station.
When you arrive at Drysdale Station you’ll have time to enjoy a glass of bubbly and a photo on the red carpet. Onboard the heritage train, take your seat in one of the refurbished Q Class carriages and enjoy a delicious degustation lunch featuring local Bellarine produce. Then sit back and admire the gorgeous views as you ride the rails. On arrival back at Drysdale Train Station, you will be transported back to Portarlington in time to catch the return ferry to Docklands.
Monday, Thursday and Friday Sailings
Service departs Docklands at 9:30am
Sunday Sailings
Service departs Docklands at 10:40 am
Important Booking Information:
- The Q-Train bookings must be made separately from your return ferry booking, and you will receive separate emails for each.
- Be sure to book your Q-Train ticket first to confirm availability before booking your ferry tickets.
- When booking your Q-Train ticket, select the ‘Return Transport from The Bellarine’ option on the form to secure your transfer between the ferry terminal and the Q-Train, both to and from your journey.
- Changes to bookings: If you would like to make changes to your booking please contact Port Phillip Ferries regarding your ferry ticket (Phone: 03 9514 8959) and the Q-Train to make changes to your Q-Train experience (Phone: 03 4238 3930).
- In the rare event that the ferry is cancelled due to weather, you will receive a full refund for your ferry ticket. However, as the Q-Train is operated by a third party, you will need to contact them directly to make alternative arrangements.