Project Profile: Pimpama Railway Station

The Pimpama Railway Station is a critical transport infrastructure project on the Gold Coast Line, engineered to enhance network capacity and provide essential public transport access for one of Australia’s fastest-growing residential corridors. Integrated with the Cross River Rail project, the station directly addresses mounting traffic pressure on the M1 Pacific Motorway by delivering a modern, accessible, multi-modal transit hub.

Technical Specifications

The Pimpama station is designed as a modern, two-platform hub fully integrated into the existing Gold Coast Line corridor. Construction involves significant track and signaling works to facilitate seamless train movements. The station’s core infrastructure includes lifts and stairs providing access between the ground-level entry and the platforms, ensuring full compliance with accessibility standards.

Intermodal connectivity is a primary design consideration. The station features extensive passenger facilities, including an initial 380-space car park with provisions for future expansion to 580 spaces, five dedicated accessible parking bays, and a 40-bicycle undercover lock-up enclosure. The forecourt is engineered to accommodate bus services, accessible taxis, and designated kiss-and-ride bays. Pedestrian and cycling path connections are integrated into the station design to link with local networks. On-site engineering includes a bioretention basin for effective stormwater management, while comprehensive CCTV coverage and station lighting enhance security.

Key Takeaways

• Congestion Alleviation: The project is strategically positioned to mitigate traffic on the critical M1 Pacific Motorway by providing a viable public transport alternative for daily commuters.
• Network Integration: As a key node on the Gold Coast Line, the station’s operational launch is timed with the Cross River Rail project, significantly enhancing connectivity to Brisbane and the wider South East Queensland rail network.
• Sustainable Urban Growth: The station provides foundational transport infrastructure to support high-density residential and commercial development in the Pimpama growth corridor, reducing future reliance on private vehicles.

FAQ

When will Pimpama station open?

Pimpama station is scheduled to become operational in 2026. Its opening is coordinated with the launch of the Cross River Rail’s new tunnel section between Dutton Park and Bowen Hills, which will unlock capacity on the Gold Coast line.

Who is building the Pimpama train station?

The main construction contractor for the Pimpama station is ADCO Constructions. The station’s design was completed by GHD Design, and the overall project is managed by the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority in partnership with Queensland’s Department of Transport and Main Roads.