Timeline
19:05
Australian Railway Monument and Railway Museum
Arrive early. The museum opens at 11:30 and closes at 15:30. Since the sunset is at 20:05, you cannot enter the museum building for a snack. Instead, use this time to walk the grounds and view the monument commemorating the 2,700 railway workers. Check the route for travel from Quirindi if you are not driving.
19:35
Australian Railway Monument and Railway Museum
Find a spot on the platform or near the tracks. The sun sets toward the WSW. Bring your own refreshments as there are no food or drink shops listed at the station. Note that Werris Creek Railway Station is a working station. Do not board any train without proof of reservation as fines apply.
20:05
Australian Railway Monument and Railway Museum
Watch the sunset. The golden light begins around 19:30, offering a warm glow before the sun sets at 20:05.
Local tip
The museum is closed in the evening. Plan to eat in Quirindi before traveling the 20 km north via Station Street and Werris Creek Road. If you intend to take a train back, make your reservation before departing Quirindi.
Check before you go
- The museum is only open Mo,Tu,Sa,Su 11:30-15:30. It is closed during your sunset visit.
- Do not board a train without proof of reservation - fines apply.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Quirindi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).