Martins Creek railway station explained

Martins Creek
Style:NSW TrainLink
Address:Martins Creek Road, Martins Creek
Country:Australia
Coordinates:-32.5587°N 151.6185°W
Distance:218.53km (135.79miles) from Central
Line:North Coast
Structure:Ground
Platform:1
Tracks:2
Opened:14 August 1911
Accessible:Yes
Code:MCR
Owned:Transport Asset Holding Entity
Operator:NSW TrainLink
Passengers:
  • >260 (year)
Pass Year:2023[1]
Pass System:Sydney Trains, NSW TrainLink
Web:Transport for NSW

Martins Creek railway station is located on the Hunter Line in New South Wales, Australia opening on 14 August 1911.[2] It serves the town of Martins Creek. It is served by NSW TrainLink Hunter Line services travelling between Newcastle and Dungog.

Platforms and services

Martins Creek consists of a single platform. The original 1911 weatherboard building was demolished in 2009 and replaced by a waiting shelter.[3]

It is served by NSW TrainLink Hunter Line services travelling between Newcastle and Dungog. There are five services in each direction on weekdays, with three on weekends and public holidays.

Opposite the platform is a siding leading to Martins Creek Ballast Quarry. This was sold in December 2012 by RailCorp to the Daracon Group.[3]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Train Station Monthly Usage . Open Data . 26 January 2024.
  2. http://www.nswrail.net/locations/show.php?name=NSW:Martins+Creek&line=NSW:north_coast:0 Martins Creek Station
  3. http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/heritageapp/ViewHeritageItemDetails.aspx?ID=4801206 Martins Creek Railway Station