Commuters Detail Australia's Creepiest Train Stations
From alleged teenage ghosts to unnerving isolation, Australian commuters have shared their most unsettling train station experiences.
Commuters across Australia have identified several train stations as particularly 'creepy' late at night, citing factors such as isolation, lack of patronage, and even alleged paranormal activity.
One of the most frequently mentioned stations is Kotara, located near Newcastle. Passengers describe it as "barebones," "pointless," and "basically stranded" due to its location amidst dark bushland and infrequent train services. It has received a one-star rating on Google Reviews, with one user calling it the "most poorly situated location" and questioning its necessity given the low ridership.
Macquarie Fields, south-west of Sydney, has a reputation for being "terrifying after dark" and is the subject of numerous ghost stories. For decades, passengers have reported seeing a young girl in a dress or hearing faint crying after the last train departs. Some accounts suggest the ghost could be that of Emily Hay Georgenson, who reportedly died after being struck by a train in 1906. Blog posts detailing supernatural Sydney describe a "rhythmic sobbing that gradually builds into a guttural moan or a terrifying shriek," with the ghostly figure often seen sitting on the platform or wandering near the overpass. However, some recent commuters note the station has been renovated and may feel less eerie.
Otford, situated between Sydney and Wollongong, also evokes feelings of unease. Commuters describe it as a place where "you don't want to be stranded," particularly at night, with some noting a lack of mobile reception. The station serves as a transport hub for the trek to the Figure 8 Pools, contributing to its remote atmosphere.
Macdonaldtown, located between the busy stations of Newtown and Redfern in Sydney's inner west, is another station cited for its unsettling ambiance. Commuters point to its "creepy old walkway," narrow platforms, and quiet surroundings, despite being in a residential area. The station's history also holds a dark chapter, with the remains of 15 babies uncovered at a property in Macdonaldtown in the 1890s, linked to a notorious pair of "baby farmers," John and Sarah Makin.