Pensioners

Pensioner Concession Fares

Make the most of your pension entitlements to get out and explore Queensland. 

Take the train to more than 60 destinations in Queensland including Brisbane, Cairns, Mount Isa, Longreach, Charleville, Rockhampton and Bundaberg, and the many places in between.

Pensioners are currently unable to book online, please use our request form to make your booking or call us on 1300 131 722.

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Queensland Pension Fare

 Queensland Pensioner Entitlements Fact Sheet

Queensland pensioners enjoy four entitlements per calendar year aboard Queensland Rail Travel long-distance services. 

The four Queensland Pension rail travel entitlements can be utilised in various ways depending on the rail accommodation booked:

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Economy and Premium Economy Seat: One-way trip using one entitlement for each trip. Cost of $25 per person, which is the administration fee only#.

Business Seat: One-way trip using two entitlements for each trip. Cost of $50 per person, which includes administration fees only#.

First Class Twin Sleeper: One-way trip using two entitlements for each trip. Cost of $239 per person, which includes administration fee#, sleeping berth and mandatory meal charges.

First Class Single Sleeper: One-way trip using two entitlements foreach trip. Cost of $239 per person, which includes administration fee#, sleeping berth and mandatory meal charges.

RailBed: One-way trip using two entitlements for each trip. Total cost varies depending on the travel sector. For example, the cost is $200 Brisbane to Cairns, which includes administration fee#, sleeping berth and mandatory meal charges.

# The administration fee ($25 per entitlement used), is non-refundable. Travel in RailBeds and First Class sleepers require an additional upgrade paid for berth and meals which are mandatory inclusions in these accommodation types. Refer to the fact sheet above for examples or contact Queensland Rail Travel for more fare information. 

Interstate Australian Pension Fare​

Interstate Australian Pension Concession Card holders receive up to 25% off* rail fares through Queensland.



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One way Economy Journey
<strong>One way Economy journey across Queensland</strong><br/>
Queensland Pension fare from $25*<sup>*</sup>
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<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/PolicyCentre/Pages/Luggage.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/luggage.png" alt="Luggage" title="Luggage" style="width: 30px; height: 30px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Luggage</div>
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<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/toilets.png" alt="Toilet" title="Toilet" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Toilet</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/drink-fountain.png" alt="Drink Fountain" title="Drink Fountain" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Drink Fountain</div>
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One way Business Class Journey
<strong>One way Business Class Journey on Tilt Train</strong><br/>
Queensland Pension fare from $50<sup>*</sup>
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<div class="col-xs-12"><a href="/Pages/Entertainment.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/entertainment.png" alt="In Seat Entertainment" title="In Seat Entertainment" style="width: 35px; height: 35px; margin-right: 8px;"/></a>Entertainment</div>
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<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Travel.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/seat.png" alt="Travel Options" title="Travel Options" style="width: 30px; height: 39px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Travel Options</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/toilets.png" alt="Toilet" title="Toilet" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Toilet</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/drink-fountain.png" alt="Drink Fountain" title="Drink Fountain" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Drink Fountain</div>
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Brisbane to Longreach Australian Pensioner
<strong>Brisbane to Longreach in a First Class Sleeper</strong><br>
Queensland Pension fare from $239<sup>*</sup>
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<div class="col-xs-12"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/powerpoint.png" alt="Power Adapter" title="Power Adapter" style="width: 35px; height: 35px; margin-right: 8px;"/>Power Adapter</div>
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<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Menu.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/servery.png" alt="Servery" title="Servery" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Galley</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/PolicyCentre/Pages/Luggage.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/luggage.png" alt="Luggage" title="Luggage" style="width: 30px; height: 30px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Luggage</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Travel.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/seat.png" alt="Travel Options" title="Travel Options" style="width: 30px; height: 39px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Travel Options</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/toilets.png" alt="Toilet" title="Toilet" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Toilet</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/drink-fountain.png" alt="Drink Fountain" title="Drink Fountain" style="width: 30px; height: 32px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Drink Fountain</div>
<div class="col-xs-6 col-sm-4 qrt-icon-container"><a href="/Pages/Facilities.aspx"><img src="/MediaAssets/Icons/Train/Shower.png" alt="Showers" title="Showers" style="width: 30px; height: 37px; margin-right: 5px;"/></a>Showers</div>
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