The XPT Sydney to Melbourne is NSW TrainLink's flagship train service. NSW TrainLink runs two daily services from Sydney to Melbourne, one during the day and the other is an overnight service.
Tonight I'm going to catch this train from Sydney to Melbourne in First Class Sleeper. Is catching an overnight train to Melbourne better than flying? Let's find out in this video!
0:00 Intro
1:35 XPT introduction
2:35 Economy Class
3:26 First Class
4:09 The buffet car
4:47 First Class Sleeper carriage
5:31 Departing Sydney
5:59 First Class Sleeper cabin
7:17 Amenity Kit and Snack box
8:24 Bathroom
8:59 Meal from the buffet
9:59 The berth
10:45 How was my sleep?
12:05 Shower room
13:10 Complimentary breakfast
14:00 Summary
15:01 Arriving Melbourne
This video was filmed on 9 December 2020
Train type: New South Wales XPT (Express Passenger Train).
Max Speed: 160km/h (100mph)
From Sydney Central to Melbourne Southern Cross
Travel time: 10h48m
Berth: A/13
Class: First Class Sleeper
Current Adult fare (as of 23 Jan 2021):
Economy Class: $93.79
First Class: $131.97
First Class Sleeper: $234.63
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