Train Rides

“A-L-L A-BOARD!” Cries out the conductor as the Stewartstown Railroad pulls out of the station on Authentic 1920’s era passenger coaches. Mighty Mo, a 1943 Gasoline-Powered locomotive roars in the distance as the engineer releases the brakes and fires up the engine. DING! DING! DING! goes the bell warning passers-by of her approach and to stay out of the way. Children and adults alike stir with excitement as the engineer blows the whistle. Sit back and relax as we take you for a ride on the historic Stewartstown Railroad.

Come and ride along with Santa on our Santa Trains, or pick pumpkins on our Pumpkin Patch Trains, or meet the Easter Bunny on our Easter Trains.

Ticket Prices

Regular Fare
(Open-air car, and Coach)
ADULT – $16
SENIOR (65 AND UP) – $15
CHILDREN (2-12) – $14
UNDER AGE 2 RIDES FREE

Special Event Fare (Easter, Pumpkin Patch, Halloween, Christmas & other events)
ADULT – $19
SENIOR (65 AND UP) – $18
CHILDREN (2-12) – $17
UNDER AGE 2 RIDES FREE

Note: Some Special Events have their own fares that differs from the above.

Themed Special Trains – (Taylor Swift Tribute Concert, Mermaid and Pirate Limited, Princess Express,  Villain’s Express, Ice Princess Express, etc) –
Adults – $22.00     Children (2-12) – $19.00  Under Age 2 Rides Free

Cab Rides:  We offer cabs rides on all trains using one of our locomotives. There is a limit of one person in the cab on any ride. Close-toed shoes are required, and no Personal Electronic Devices can be used while the train is in motion.  Rides are $30 for Adults and children 10.  Spots are available on a first come, first served basis.

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2025 Operating Schedule  (Updated January 28, 2025)
Please note:  The Stewartstown Railroad Company reserves the right to substitute motive power and rolling stock as schedules and operating conditions permit. We apologize in advance, but our trains are not handicap accessible. Thank you for your interest in the Stewartstown Railroad.

 

Taylor Swift Tribute Concert Train   Tickets go on sale February 24, 2025

Saturday May 10th – 10:00am, 11:45pm, & 2:00pm

Swifties everywhere, do we ever have a treat for you! This Taylor Swift Tribute concert on-the-rails is certain to thoroughly entertain both young and young at heart!

Stewartstown Railroad and Tri-State Taylor are thrilled to bring the ultimate Swiftie train ride filled with live performances, sing alongs, a dance party, photo ops and more!

Our talented Taylor Swift tribute artist will leave you “Breathless” as you “Shake it Off” and live out your “Wildest Dreams” watching her perform tops hits such Love Story, You Belong with Me, Cruel Summer and Bejeweled!

Get your tickets today and celebrate fall with us in Swiftie Style!! Be sure to wear your best Eras attire and bring friendship bracelets for trading.

Prices-

Adults – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00 Under age 2 rides free

 

Princess Express    

June 7th

10:00am, 11:45am, 2:00pm

Step aboard the Princess Express and watch magic become real before your eyes! Sing, dance, imagine and interact with three royal princesses during the train ride to our very own fairytale forest. This year’s ride features Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and the Frog Princess! Be sure to wear your best royal attire for this enchanting adventure. This event is perfect for the whole family! Each child will have a chance to collect stamps for their own souvenir princess passport during the ride and take photos with all the princesses free of charge.

Prices-

Adults – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00 Under age 2 rides free

Petting Zoo Special

Date-June 8, 2025

Times- 10:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm

Prices-

Adults – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00 Under age 2 rides free

All Aboard for a Fun-Filled Adventure!

Take a scenic train ride to the charming picnic grove, where you can meet and interact with a variety of friendly animals. Stewartstown’s traveling petting zoo offers a hands-on experience with safe and gentle critters, ensuring you leave with warm, fuzzy memories! This delightful ride is perfect for children of all ages who love trains and animals. Types of animals will be announced closer to the event.

 

Stewartstown Historical Limited
Date: June 14th
Special price! $12 per person, children under the age of 2 ride free
Step Back in Time with the Stewartstown Railroad Experience
Begin your journey with a fascinating presentation by Doug Winemiller, whose personal connection to the Stewartstown Railroad brings its rich history to life. Hosted by the Stewartstown Area Historical Society, this engaging educational program covers the railroad’s remarkable story—from its founding in 1884 to its closure in 1972 following the devastation of Hurricane Agnes. Through rare documents, historical photographs, and a detailed PowerPoint presentation, learn about the railroad’s expansion, including its acquisition of the New Park and Fawn Grove Railroad, and its lasting significance in American short-line rail history.
All Aboard!
After the presentation, climb aboard for a scenic excursion on the very rails laid more than 140 years ago. This authentic ride offers a glimpse into the past, with views of original structures like the coal bin and water cistern—reminders of the immense effort it took to build and maintain this historic railway.
Wrap up your visit with a stop at the Stewartstown Area Historical Society Museum, located just steps from the station. A special exhibit showcases the railroad’s impressive archives, featuring original journals, the 1884 “Experimental Survey,” historic tools, signage, a vintage ticket machine, and a typewriter used during the railroad’s heyday.
New Freedom Limited!
Dates – June 21, July 13, October 19, November 15
 You asked, and it’s BACK!
Join us for a classic Motorcar (Speeder) Excursion — a traditional Maintenance of Way car that our track crews use.
Enjoy a 3-hour round-trip adventure covering our full 7.4 miles of track from Stewartstown to New Freedom and back — all in open-air motorcars!
🕒 Schedule:
• 1 hour ride to New Freedom
• 1 hour to explore the town
• 1 hour return ride
Important Notes:
• Open-air ride with hardwood seats – feel free to bring a seat cushion
• Bring a cooler with drinks & snacks
• No children under the age of 9, as there are no seat belts in the cars
 A heads-up:
This is an open-air ride through wooded areas where bees live. While stings are uncommon, they are possible. Please consider this before booking. Stewartstown Railroad Company and its volunteer staff are not responsible for bee stings.
 Experience the scenery, and the adventure of going to New Freedom and back
Book your ride now! Seats are limited, and this fan-favorite fills up fast!
Price- $25.00 per person. No one under the age of 9 is allowed.

June 1 & 28, PLUS July 26 and August 17

 

 

HOTT- Hands On The Throttle Experience

Ever dreamed of being a train engineer? Here’s your chance!

Climb into the HOTT Seat with the Hands On The Throttle Experience and take control of a historic 1946 GE 44-Ton locomotive on a real short line railroad with over 140 years of history! With this experience you will not only be operating the locomotive, but you will operate a real train with real railroad cars attached.

And the best part?

This experience is uniquely yours – It’s just you, a guest, and the train crew in the locomotive. No crowds. No distractions.

Just you and the power of the rails.

More than just pulling the throttle –

  • Experience aspects of being part of a train crew
  • Work with friendly instructors and crew members
  • Earn a Certificate of Participation
  • Receive an Official STRT Hat

This experience is open to ages 13 and over. An adult must accompany minors. Price includes 1 HOTT SEAT Participant and 1 (and only one) guest. This experience is an hour long, you will have 15-20 minutes of instruction time, and 40 minutes driving the train.

Photos will be allowed in the locomotive cab while the train is stopped.

Proper attire is required- Closed toed shoes, long pants (no shorts).

Times- 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm

Price- $175.00 (this price includes 1 guest with you in the locomotive cab. (Please arrive 15-30 minutes before your scheduled time and be ready to have fun!)

 

Red, White and Blue Picnic Limited

July 12

11:00am and 1:00pm

Prices-

Adult – $16.00, Senior (65+) – $15.00, Child (2-12) – $14.00 Under age 2 rides free.

Locomotive Cab (Ages 10 & Up) – $30.00

Blue Caboose Mini Charter – $200.00

Description-

Picnic, Patriotic Tunes & a Train Ride!

Pack your picnic basket and hop aboard for a one-of-a-kind afternoon at the grove! Enjoy a scenic ride to our picnic grove where Matt Dodd, the Singing Historian, will bring American history to life through music and storytelling. Dressed in period costume, Matt will perform classics like The Star-Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful, You’re a Grand Old Flag, and Yankee Doodle—all while sharing the inspiring stories behind the songs.

Bring your own lunch/snacks and drinks (no alcohol) to enjoy during the show. A few picnic tables are available, but blankets and folding chairs are welcome too!

Times listed are departure times, please arrive 30 minutes early. Rain or shine

New this year! Book our Blue Caboose Mini Charter for your group (up to 20 passengers) for a flat rate. Enjoy private use of the caboose—with food and drinks allowed on board!

This event is perfect for the whole family—history buffs, music lovers, and anyone who enjoys a relaxing day outdoors.

Mermaid and Pirate Limited

August 9

Prices- Adult – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00

Times- 10:00am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm

Ahoy, mateys! This summer, come aboard the Stewartstown Railroad for a voyage like no other! Ride the train with the infamous Captain Jack and a mystical mermaid named Pearl. Children will enjoy pirate tattoos and mermaid makeovers during the ride! Participate in pirate training, a treasure hunt and a mermaid Storytime at the beautiful picnic grove before heading back to the station. It’s going to be a magical, action-packed ride! Don’t forget to wear your most festive pirate or mermaid attire!

 Superhero Express – Spider Style

September 20

Times-

10:00am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm

Prices-

Adult – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00

Join the two most popular spider heroes in the universe for an action-packed trip aboard the Stewartstown Railroad! Young heroes will complete an epic and fun training course at the picnic grove and will have a chance to do some fun superhero activities during the ride. There will be plenty of time for photos and meet and greets with our famous heroes! Don’t forget to wear your favorite superhero disguise for this amazing experience!

September 27

Western Train Robbery

10:00am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm

Prices- Adult – $16.00, Senior (65+) – $15.00, Child (2-12) – $14.00 Under age 2 rides free.

Step back in time and experience the Wild West on this interactive and thrilling train ride! Get ready for A Station Raid & Train Robbery. The Sheriff is hot on the trail of thieves—are they hiding on the train? Passengers will be part of the action as the drama unfolds!  All the performers will be dressed in authentic late 1800s attire, and you’re invited to join in the fun by dressing up, too! This ride lasts 90 minutes.

Gunfire warning: There will be loud sounds from blank gunfire and voices during the experience. Please plan accordingly, especially for young children or those sensitive to loud noises (ear plugs recommended).

Immerse yourself in this action-packed Old West adventure and create memories that’ll last a lifetime!


Pumpkin Patch Express

October 4 & 5 and 11 & 12

Times-

10:00am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm

Prices- Adult – $19.00, Seniors (65 & Up) – $18.00,

Child (2-12) – $17.00 Under age 2 rides free

Locomotive Cab (Ages 10 & Up) – $60

We invite you to take a train ride in the changing fall colors to the Pumpkin Patch! Every passenger is invited to pick their own pumpkin to take home (until supplies last). This train ride is about 1 ½ hours long. Times listed are departure times. Please arrive 30 minutes early to pick up tickets in the station. Our train rides are rain or shine!

We would like to thank Shaw Orchard for providing the pumpkins for our pumpkin patch.

October 18th

Villains Express with the Witch Sisters

Times-

10:00am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm

Prices-

Adult – $22.00, Children (2-12) – $19.00

Kick off spooky season in style with this family friendly Villain’s Express! You’ll be joined by a hilarious trio – the witch sisters – for some festive activities during the ride, a spooktacular game of Spooky bingo and a festive dance party at the picnic grove! Wear your best Spooky costume, witch hat, or whatever gets you in a spooky and silly mood!