The Hawke's Bay Flyer

A steam hauled train journey behind Ab 608 from Napier through the Hawke's Bay!

The Hawke's Bay Flyer

Saturday 21st February

Join the Cancer Society Hawke's Bay, and Steam Incorporated and jump onboard for a grand day out, heading from Napier, down toward Waipukurau & Woodville. This train will be hauled by steam locomotive Ab 608 (subject to locomotive availability) and will comprise our fleet of steel passenger cars, featuring our open viewing car! Spend the day in beautifully restored carriages as we travel through the Central Hawke's Bay, south to the heart of the Tararua district. Choose to travel through to Woodville, OR jump off the train at Waipukurau for a layover to explore the famous Art Deco market before travelling back to Napier on the train later in the afternoon.

Available Options and Times (choose one):

Option 1 - A Day on the Rails

Napier/Hastings to Woodville & Return

Join the train from Napier or Hastings and spend the day on the rails right through to Woodville. Upon arrival at Woodville, the entire train will be turned on the famous balloon loop for the return journey. Whilst we briefly stop at Woodville, sample the delights of the recently restored Woodville Station.

Nestle into your seats for a relaxed afternoon cruising back toward Waipukurau, where we stop for passengers, and to take on water in the steam locomotive, before travelling onward toward Hastings & Napier to finish off the day.

Train Fares

Adult (13+ yrs) - $169
Child (3-12 yrs) - $129
Infant - FREE provided they remain on the lap of a fare-paying adult.

Click here to book Option 1 - A Day on the Rails!

Option 2 - Waipukurau Market Day

Napier/Hastings to Waipukurau & Return

Join the train from Napier or Hastings and head out for a day at the markets!

Skip Woodville and disembark the train at the Waipukurau Market Day (4hr stopover in Waipukurau).

With over 60 New Zealand-made craft, produce and artisan stalls, multiple food trucks, bougie picnic tables and cheese boards. Waipukurau will be transformed back to the Art Deco era with live music, classic cars and entertainment. There is a variety of options available throughout the Waipukurau stop over if you've selected to spend your day at Waipukurau.

Train Fares

Adult (13+ yrs) - $139
Child (3-12 yrs) - $109
Infant - FREE provided they remain on the lap of a fare-paying adult.

These train fares include return train travel between Napier/Hastings and Waipukurau, and entry into the Central Hawkes Bay Market at Waipukurau.

Optional add-ons for the Waipukurau Stopover

• High Tea at Waipukurau Station's Espresso Loco - $40pp - Limited to 50 guests!
• Clay Target Shooting - Travel by coach from Waipukurau to the Patangata Clay Target club for a fun filled excursion of busting clays in the beautiful Central Hawke’s Bay - $80pp - Limited to 40 guests!
• E-Bike Tour on a portion of the Tuki Tuki Trail, guided by members of the Rotary River Pathway Trust - $40pp - Limited to 16 guests!

Click here to book Option 2 - Waipukurau Market Day!

Option 3 - The Waipukurau Steam Express

Waipukurau to Woodville & Return

Join the train from Waipukurau and head through to Woodville. Upon arrival at Woodville, the entire train will be turned on the famous balloon loop for the return journey. Whilst we briefly stop at Woodville, sample the delights of the recently restored Woodville Station.

Nestle into your seats for a relaxed afternoon cruising back toward Waipukurau.

Train Fares

Adult (13+ yrs) - $109
Child (3-12 yrs) - $79
Infant - FREE provided they remain on the lap of a fare-paying adult.

Click here to book Option 3 - The Waipukurau Steam Express!

Lunch add-on - $27.50 each

For those travelling south of Waipukurau (Option 1 and 3), we are offering a lunch, to be served at your seat courtesy of Hawke's Bay-based Dish Catering. This is available to add on when booking. Sample menu can be found here: Menu Sample

Please see below a provisional timetable for the day:

Please be at your boarding station at least 10 minutes prior ready to roll.

A portion of all ticket sales from the 21st February will go towards the Cancer Society Hawke's Bay, supporting their important work in the region.

Please note that if booking online, our booking system does add on a small percentage to the above fares. Steam Incorporated does not see this revenue.

Group bookings of 10+ please contact us via email admin@steaminc.org.nz or call us on 0800 783 264 for a personalized package

Steam Incorporated maintains a close and collaborative relationship with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) to ensure the utmost safety of our operations, especially in areas designated as high fire risk. In alignment with FENZ's guidelines and recommendations, we prioritize the safety of our passengers, staff, and the environment. During periods of heightened fire risk, Steam Incorporated reserves the right to substitute diesel locomotives for scheduled steam services. This decision will be made in line with Steam Incorporated's existing Fire Mitigation Framework.