XPT’s FIRST CLASS! Is it worth the money? - Dubbo to Sydney.

This week I check out NSW Trainlinks XPT's First Class, heading from Dubbo, to Sydney and take in some incredible scenery in NSW along the way. But is THIS first class really worth the extra amount? Well obviously you need to watch to find out :)
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Filmed: 7 November 2023
Departure: Dubbo, NSW, Australia
Arrival: Sydney Central Station, NSW, Australia
Cost: AUD$97.52/GBP£52.28
Duration: 6.5 Hours
Tickets: transportnsw.info

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[@doubledee9675]

It's called New South Wales because Captain Cook, the leader of the first British expedition to the area, thought the coastline resembled that of South Wales..

[@tacitdionysus3220]

I've travelled on XPTs a lot. The main reason people choose first class is the 'quality' of the passengers. If you like travelling with noisy backpackers and sometimes 'interesting' people, economy is fine.

[@DavidWilliams7037A]

Especially if you are travelling from Melbourne to Sydney!

[@MitchellBPYao]

During that time I was sleeping

[@desfletch]

Meth heads and other undesirables unfortunately in Economy on the North Coast Line. As an Age Pensioner I get generous discount to go First Class. Feel very sorry for all the good reasonable people in Economy subjected to the crappy antics of the minority of low-lifes around them. Only low alcohol beer available on this line too, for a good reason.

[@calebgeary4330]

I think the reason why people travel in "first class" is not because of the slightly extra legroom and reclining seats but to get away from all the druggies/weirdos/bogans that travel in economy. I myself have travelled in economy class many times and seen all kinds of unsavoury characters on that train. Hence that's why I choose to fly. But I guess if people want to sit back and watch the scenery go by then by all means take the slow old Xpt.

[@troyplays_]

Thank you for showing your journey. I'm travelling back to Dubbo via Train for the first time tomorrow and its good to know that there isn't anywhere to charge my laptop on the carriage.

[@ph89787]

I've taken first class on the XPT between Brisbane and Kyogle twice in 2022. Mainly because the fair was discounted at the time i travelled. But i was able to get a nap in the seats due to the extra recline and leg room.

[@lauriewhite8153]

The name New South Wales came from the journal of Lieutenant James Cook (later Captain Cook), who sailed up the east coast of Australia in 1770. He thought that the land looked like the south coast of Wales so he named it "New South Wales".

[@kevinarchbold3704]

He was never a naval captain, the Admiralty promised promotion but never actually fullfilled their promises, when he died his wife was refused a pension

[@daviddobson6108]

Thank you from USA. Interesting, Informative, educational, enjoyable, excellent photography and narrative. Way to go.

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Many thanks!

[@nathanmaurice747]

Glad to see you back in Australia Josh, enjoy watching all your videos and supporting a fellow Aussie, keep up the great work and safe travels in the new year :)

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Thanks Nathan, appreciate the support!

[@AndrewG1989]

The XPT in Australia are iconic trains that are our cousin to the Class 43 HSTs in the UK. And how those trains are kept in good condition.

[@lucasbarber3412]

Fantastic video like usual Josh. Keep up the great work.

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Thanks!

[@ccrroowwnn]

Thank you for your very informative video showing interior of train and differences between economy and first class. Im looking forward to my first XPT explorer train trip soon so it’s really great to see what to expect! ❤❤❤

[@rosspower8447]

Your map follows the highway, but the train line has a much different route. Not that it really matters. Nice video.

[@Ragnar6000]

im subscribing simply because your narration and video footage editing ect is top notch..............more rual Australia please : )

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Wow, thank you so much for the kind words! I have some ideas for regional Aus which I will try do, I need more time to head out and do those ones, so need to find the time 🤣

[@Ragnar6000]

@@JoshGoesSlow all good plenty of time, Broken Hill is a good one as its the gateway to the outback plus a lot of history : )

[@lucienleech-larkin7544]

It's Called New South Wales Because Captain Cook Wasn't The Navigator He Was Cracked Up To Be!!

[@MitchellBPYao]

He was nuts compared to Captain Arthur Phillip

[@nickpilgrim7706]

For some reason, the C & W inspired backing track you chose is made for impromptu boot-scooting up and down the XPT First Class Carriage aisle. Loving the XPT stories, by the way. Keep up the great work!

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Haha, maybe I should take it on the train next time and have an impromptu train dance!

[@blueyonder1233]

Another mighty fine video. Have you thought about videos of your accomodation in the cities & regional towns that you travel to?

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Thanks so much! I have tried to do some regional towns and areas and have plans for some more (I have done Tamworth and blue mountains etc) but I’m finding my viewers seem to unsubscribe when I post those, so at the moment I am not too sure. I still have some planned, but will keep them to a minimum.

[@blueyonder1233]

@@JoshGoesSlow How interesting. Not good for your channel to lose subs. I like your presentation style so I'll hang in here to see where you head for your next adventure. 👍

[@arokh72]

At 186cm tall, I find the extra legroom in 'First Class' is worth the extra price, especially for long journeys. Not a fan of being cramped for so long. Hopefully the new trains will roll out soon, that replace the ageing XPT fleet.

[@nhilltiger]

You are an optimist!

[@MitchellBPYao]

That is tall

[@DoctheKobold]

might ask what music you used for this video?

[@tamworthtrainnut285]

Dubbo now also has coach connections to Tamworth via Coonabarabran and Gunnedah

[@JoshGoesSlow]

Yep, I’ve made a video on that one also 🙂

[@mariacartelellama9770]

❤

[@scottietheshark]

First or economy...I suppose it depends on how long your legs are.

[@mikevale3620]

It also depends on your expectations of the presentation and demeanour of your fellow passengers.

[@jameswiley7089]

Yeahhhhhhhhh Jooosssshhhhh

[@carisi2k11]

Still not enough leg room for me. Much prefer the day trippper.

[@julianbizdoaca1546]

Why you need that ?

[@odysseyrobotics]

no.

[@hughparsonage4446]

More like Dubbo to Sydney amirite