It is no secret that Sydneysiders love races, with tens of thousands lacing up their running shoes for the City2Surf and Sydney Marathon each year.

But for die-hard rail enthusiasts, the finish line of their iconic Sydney race is not a ribbon, it’s tapping off with their Opal card.

Founded 20 years ago, the All Stations Train Race has the hallmarks of a conventional race: a test of speed, endurance and grit. Beginning at 4am, and travelling on only scheduled train services, participants must visit all of Sydney’s 185 train and metro stations in the fastest time possible.

Sydney’s All Stations Train Race takes place two or three times a year, and every attempt takes at least 15 or 16 hours. Credit: Nathan Perri

Scheduled race days have taken place at least once annually for more tha

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