Iconic Darwin-Adelaide train service The Ghan suspended

The Ghan passenger service between Darwin and Adelaide has been suspended until the end of May.

The Ghan passenger service between Darwin and Adelaide has been suspended until the end of May.

The Ghan passenger service between Darwin and Adelaide has been suspended until the end of May.

Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions have issued a statement saying the Indian Pacific and The Overland have also been suspended.

“The safety, health and wellbeing of both our guests and staff remain our number one priority,” the company said.

“As a result, Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions has continued to closely monitor the developments and advice provided around COVID-19.

“Following further advice received, together with a number of new restrictions initiated by various governments (including some states closing their borders and others seeking to restrict non-essential travel and activities), we have announced the temporary suspension of all rail journeys.

“At this stage, The Ghan, Indian Pacific and The Overland will be suspended until 31 May 2020 and we will continue to monitor the situation as it evolves and the impending border closures of some states and territories.

“All guests with travel booked through to 31 May 2020 will be provided with a credit to the value of 110 per cent of their original booking and our team will assist them to re-book their travel for a later date, up to 31 December 2022.”