Vegemite and chutney: The overnight train from Sydney to Melbourne
Australia is a land of epic train journeys that crisscross the nation from coast to coast. This isn't one of them.
Sydney, New South Wales
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Beaches, mountains, caves and rivers; this state has it all. From outback New South Wales to the bustling, bright capital, from the north coast to south coast; there is nothing that will disappoint. Hop on a train, go for a drive; no matter how you choose to see it, Australia's most populous state is a long-standing favourite among travellers local and abroad.
