Self Drive
The Swan Valley lies six kilometres from the Domestic Airport Terminal and 16 kilometres from the International Terminal. Hire cars can be collected from either terminal. Reaching the region is extremely straight-forward. From the international terminal, turn right onto the Tonkin Highway , exit at Great Eastern Highway, then follow the directions given below. From the domestic terminal, turn right onto Great Eastern Highway, look out for the Swan Valley Drive signs, turn right at James Street, then left into Meadow Street. On arrival we recommend you visit the Swan Valley Visitor Centre where our friendly staff can provide you with maps and helpful advice.
Train
Guildford and Midland lie on the Midland Line and the journey from Perth to Guildford takes 20 minutes. Allow five minutes more for Midland. This service runs regularly seven days a week. The last train leaves Midland at 1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays, at 11.30pm on Sundays. Transperth staff are available to assist wheelchair users to access trains. For information call the Transperth Infoline Tel 13 62 13 or go to www.transperth.wa.gov.au.
Bike
At least one local operator offers a cycling tour of the valley. If you’d prefer to hire a bike privately and do your own thing, you can obtain a list of bike hire companies from the
Swan Valley Visitor Centre in Guildford. It's recommended that you hire bicycles from the City and take the train to Guildford. Note: there is a restriction on public transport during peak times with carrying bicycles. The visitor centre also has information on the new Swan Valley Cycle Trail - PDF (2MB) and other cycling routes. Bikes are carried free on Transperth trains outside of peak hours. Note: In WA it is illegal to ride a bicycle without wearing a helmet.
Tours
Over 20 operators offer a range of tours as varied as the region itself. While some are aimed at showcasing a diverse reange of valley attractions, other focus on just one or two particular aspects - wine or gourmet food, for instance. Tours of the Swan Valley range from the state's only horse-drawn wagon trail to Indigenous tours, coach trips and boat cruises, many operating seven days a week. To book your tour click here or contact the Swan Valley Visitor Centre on 9379 9400.
Swan Valley Shuttle Service
Hop on Hop Off
Daytime Hourly (Wed-Sun)
The Vines Resort and Country Club 9am-4pm on the hour
Swan Valley Visitor Centre + Guildford Railway station
9:30am - 4:30pm on the hour
$30.00 round trip per person
Wine & Dine Shuttle Service
Fri & Sat evenings
Evenings only 6:30pm - 10:30pm
$30.00 round trip per person
For Bookings, contact:
Billabong Coach Charters - 9274 6569 or
Swan Valley Visitor Centre - 9379 9400 or
The Vines Resort & Country Club - 9297 3000
Please note: There is limited public transport in and around the Swan Valley, we recommend you arrange transport prior to your arrival. Look at the tours section of this website to book one of the many guided tours.
