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Tasmanian Transport Museum
Things To Do Glenorchy, Glenorchy, Tasmania
Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Tasmanian Transport Museum is located just 8 km from the Hobart CBD and can be reached easily by car (via the Brooker Hwy) or the Metro Tasmania bus services that go to or pass through Glenorchy.
On selected Sundays the museum operates train rides to Berriedale (30 minutes return) or 15 minute return heritage bus rides. Visit the website for information on our ride offerings.
The Museum houses many examples of road and rail transport including Tram 141, which was the first item to be saved in 1960 for a future Museum. Two of Hobart’s electric Trolley Buses and the only double-decker tram to survive from the late 1940s also form part of the museum collection.
Amongst the railway collection is the oldest carriage to operate in Tasmania (AB1 – built in the UK in 1869). The first Main Line diesel-electric locomotive (X1) to operate in Australia and the last built English Electric locomotive ZA6. A number of Steam locomotives are also on display.
A large model railway is on display in the Road Transport Building and on train running days the Tasmania Fire Museum opens their display to museum visitors.
Facilities
Carpark
Gallery / Museum
Non Smoking
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Shop / Gift Shop
Disabled Assistance
Disabled access availableMembership
Australian Museums and Galleries AssociationAccreditation
Australian Tourism AccreditationRates
From AU$12.00
Train rides – selected Sunday’s (visit the website):
Adults AUD 18, Pensioner Concession AUD 16,
Bus rides – selected Sunday’s (visit the website):
Adults AUD 16, Pensioner Concession AUD 14,
Museum Entry: (non ride pricing):
Adult AUD 12 , Pensioner Concession AUD 10
