English: This is a railway map of Australia, displaying major train routes across the country. The map highlights different railway services using distinct colors, showing connections between key cities and regions. The notable railway lines include:
The Indian Pacific (Blue Line): Running from Sydney to Perth, passing through Adelaide and crossing the Nullarbor Plain, this is one of Australia's longest and most iconic train routes.
The Ghan (Light Blue Line): Connecting Adelaide to Darwin via Alice Springs, this route traverses the heart of Australia, offering a scenic journey through the Outback.
The Overland (Red Line): A historic route linking Melbourne and Adelaide.
NSW TrainLink (Dark Red Line): Covering routes between Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and regional areas in New South Wales.
Queensland Railways (Yellow Line): Serving major cities and regional areas in Queensland, including Brisbane, Rockhampton, Townsville, and Cairns.
V/Line (Orange Line): A regional train network serving Victoria, primarily connecting Melbourne with other parts of the state.
Transwa (Green Line): Operating in Western Australia, connecting Perth to regional destinations.
The map also marks ferry connections (dotted yellow lines), including services to Tasmania. Notably, there is no direct railway between some major cities, such as Darwin and Perth, requiring detours through other junctions like Tarcoola.
This map illustrates the challenges of railway travel in Australia, given the vast distances and relatively limited connectivity between some regions, reinforcing the importance of aviation for efficient transport.
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