Driving Creek Railway Coromandel as part of a Private Tour
Driving Creek Railway and Pottery in the Coromandel
Driving Creek Railway is one of the most memorable things to see in the Coromandel, combining a unique railway journey with native forest, steep Coromandel hills and spectacular views. Located on Driving Creek Road near Coromandel Town, the railway is a fascinating experience for visitors interested in local history, scenery and something a little different.
Great North Tours can include Driving Creek Railway in a private Coromandel tour, with transport arranged around your group and plenty of flexibility to explore more of the peninsula along the way.
For visitors searching for the railway Coromandel experience, Driving Creek offers a great opportunity to see a different side of the region. The railway was developed from Barry Brickell’s pottery and conservation work and has become one of the Coromandel’s best-known attractions.
There are plenty of other things to do in the Coromandel too. Your private itinerary can include Cathedral Cove, beaches, coastal viewpoints, Coromandel Town and other local attractions depending on your interests and the time available.
Whether you are visiting from Auckland for the day or adding the Coromandel to a longer North Island journey, we can organise the transport and create a private itinerary around the places you want to see.
Driving Creek Railway: FAQs
Is Driving Creek Railway worth visiting?
Driving Creek Railway is a unique Coromandel attraction combining a scenic railway journey, native forest, local history and panoramic views. It is a great choice for visitors looking for something different to do in the Coromandel.
How long is the Driving Creek Railway tour?
The railway journey takes around an hour and a quarter, although the total time you spend at the attraction can be longer depending on your arrival, departure and time spent enjoying the surroundings.
Where is Driving Creek Railway located?
Driving Creek Railway is located near Coromandel Town on Driving Creek Road in the Coromandel Peninsula, on New Zealand’s North Island.
What is Driving Creek Railway famous for?
Driving Creek Railway is known for its unusual narrow-gauge railway, steep gradients, bridges, tunnels, native forest and the story behind its development by potter and conservationist Barry Brickell.
What can you see on the Driving Creek Railway?
The journey passes through regenerating native forest and hilly Coromandel scenery, with bridges, tunnels and elevated viewpoints along the route.
Can I visit Driving Creek Railway as part of a Coromandel tour?
Yes. Great North Tours can include Driving Creek Railway in a private Coromandel itinerary along with other attractions, scenic stops and places your group would like to visit.
How do I get to Driving Creek Railway?
Driving Creek Railway is accessed by road near Coromandel Town. A private tour can take care of the driving and include the railway as part of a wider Coromandel sightseeing itinerary.
Can I combine Driving Creek Railway with other things to do in the Coromandel?
Yes. Driving Creek Railway can be combined with beaches, coastal viewpoints, Cathedral Cove, Coromandel Town and other attractions depending on your available time.
Does Driving Creek Railway have a cafe?
Facilities at Driving Creek Railway can change, so it is best to check the current information before your visit. Your private itinerary can also include nearby cafes or places for lunch.
Can children visit Driving Creek Railway?
Driving Creek Railway is a popular family attraction, giving children the chance to enjoy a real railway journey through the Coromandel landscape. Check the current booking and visitor information before travelling.
Can I visit Driving Creek Railway from Auckland?
Yes. Great North Tours can arrange private transport from Auckland and include Driving Creek Railway as part of a Coromandel day trip or a longer North Island itinerary.
Can Great North Tours create a private Driving Creek Railway tour?
Yes. We can build a private Coromandel itinerary around Driving Creek Railway and add other places that suit your group, with the route planned around your interests and available time.