Shorncliffe station will reopen to train services and customers from Monday 27 July 2026 following completion of the station renewal project and accessibility upgrade.
We look forward to welcoming back customers and the community.
Once the station reopens the shuttle bus R346 will no longer be required. This service will cease to operate after the last train service on Friday 24 July.
The dedicated school shuttle bus to St Patrick's College will also cease to operate following the afternoon school run on Friday 24 July.
On Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July there will be a planned closure of the Shorncliffe line and buses will replace trains all weekend between Shorncliffe and Northgate stations.
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Upcoming works
Saturday 25 to Monday 27 July
To prepare the station for reopening, the following works will occur over the weekend:
Removal of safe site working controls from the Shorncliffe station precinct
Final station readiness activities to prepare the station for the return of customers, station staff and train crew
Signalling activities
Running of a test train to Shorncliffe station.
Works will take place between 6AM and 6PM on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July. The running of the test train and signalling works will occur between 6PM Sunday 26 and 4AM Monday 27 July.
Works will also take place at Sandgate station including removal of the temporary 'end of line' barrier that was in place while Shorncliffe station was closed, and the return of some parking bays. All parking bays will be available for customers at Sandgate from Monday 3 August after the temporary train crew buildings are removed on the weekend of Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August.
In addition to project related works, Queensland Rail will also carry out track resurfacing works between Sandgate and Shorncliffe during the weekend.
Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August
Weekend works will occur between 6AM and 6PM each day on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August at Shorncliffe station as well as Sandgate station where the temporary train crew depots and fencing will be removed from the carpark on Curlew Street. Once these items are removed from site, all customer carparking will be available from Monday 3 August at Sandgate station.
You can find out more about current out of hours works impacting the Shorncliffe line, including Shorncliffe station, on our
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Every effort will be made to carry out these works with respect to our neighbours and customers.
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About the project
Shorncliffe station building is being restored to preserve its heritage for future generations. Accessibility improvements will also make it easier for all customers and the community to travel on our network.
Restoration works will focus on:
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restoration of the old station building back to its 1914 original footprint
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restoration of the existing awning
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retention of the 1940s air raid shelter.
Shorncliffe station accessibility upgrade will include:
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90m high-level platform raising at the boarding points
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upgraded hearing augmentation loops and tactile ground surface indicators
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upgraded security cameras and lighting
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new wayfinding and platform signage
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construction of a new accessible station entrance ramp
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construction of two new platform seats
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new accessible ticket windows, toilet and facilities.
Queensland Rail engaged architects to draft the concept design that considers the restoration of the station building while seamlessly integrating the accessible features of the upgrade such as the high-level platform at the accessible boarding points. Heritage specialists have continued their involvement with the project to ensure the restoration and upgrade meet heritage requirements.
Early investigations
During the early stages of the project, hundreds of objects were uncovered in the subfloor of Shorncliffe train station. Initial assessment of the heritage items – including train tickets, clothing, newspapers and bottles – suggest the items date back to the 1890s.
Queensland Rail engaged the independent heritage assessors to assist with safely removing the items and cataloguing them in line with best practice heritage investigation processes. During that process, more than 900 items were uncovered. Due to the age of some of the items found, further site investigations were required and the dig formally concluded in February 2021.
Since completion of the dig, Queensland Rail has donated heritage finds to local Sandgate Museum and plan to showcase key artefacts in a display cabinet at the station.
In addition to the archaeological dig, Queensland Rail's initial investigations of the station building also detected significant structural issues, which need to be addressed through bracing and staged works as part of the restoration.
The impact of the heritage discoveries and structural issues on the project timeframes has meant that Queensland Rail has reassessed timeframes to include these changes to the scope. While the extra works have affected the project timeline, it's extremely important that we get this project right and treat the 1897 building - and piece of our local history – with respect.
The impact to timeframes also presented the opportunity to revise the scope to include an accessibility upgrade and restoration of Shorncliffe station.
New concept designs
Concept design of the new accessible station entrance at Shorncliffe station - subject to change
Concept design of the new accessible platform at Shorncliffe station - subject to change
Keeping you informed
Queensland Rail is committed to keeping stakeholders and the community informed.
For more information, contact stations upgrade team on
1800 722 203, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, or email stationsupgrade@qr.com.au