Name: Strasburg Rail Road™
Telephone: 1-800-514-3849

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Overview

Take a ride on America's oldest operating railroad at Strasburg Rail Road. Voted 2021's TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award, this is not an attraction to miss! During the relaxing 45-minute train ride, you can soak in the scenery as you travel through Lancaster County’s picturesque farmland. The authentic steam trains offer seating in our Presidential, First-Class, Coach, and Open-Air Cars. No matter how you choose to take your journey, it will be an experience to remember.

When you arrive back at the station, you can expect a genuine steam train railroad atmosphere. Along with the charming setting, Strasburg Rail Road offers plenty of unique extras such as live entertainment, a shop tour, and plenty of fun extras for the little passengers, like our Pint-Sized Pufferbelly.

Visit Strasburg Rail Road for special events throughout the year, including these:

- Easter Bunny Train: Hop aboard the Strasburg Rail Road Easter Bunny Train and travel through the Lancaster County countryside with the Easter Bunny as your Conductor. Boys and girls will be delighted with an Easter surprise as the Easter Bunny greets them on board. Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny will be available during the train ride.

- Wine & Cheese Train: Enjoy the luxurious, air-conditioned, first-class accommodations in the Parlor Car with a selection of wine, cheese, and crackers. Take in the stunning views as you travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA, and back, available on select Friday and Saturday evenings at 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM.

- Day Out With Thomas: Get ready for an extra special adventure as Thomas the Tank Engine teams up with Strasburg Rail Road’s signature steam train to give Guests an exclusive ride with America’s favorite little blue engine.

- Santa's Paradise Express: This Christmas season, ignite a new tradition or celebrate an old one with your family as you ride the rails at Strasburg Rail Road. Our daily Christmas trains include all the festivities that make the holidays special: Carolers and brass players bring you your all-time favorite carols, Santa’s helpers will gift your child a special gift from the North Pole, and your train ride even includes a visit from the big man himself, Santa Claus! This 45-minute train ride through the beautiful Amish countryside is certain to bring your family closer together and make your holiday season extra special!

- The Night Before Christmas Train: Our Night Before Christmas trains will put you in the holiday spirit as our talented cast recites the classic poem by Clement Clarke Moore as well as other festive Christmas stories. Your family will also be regaled by a troupe of carolers singing and dancing to a medley of your favorite Christmas carols. But the night would not be complete without the timeless combination of milk and cookies and perhaps even a glimpse of Santa Claus himself hurriedly preparing for his most important night of the year! You definitely don’t want to miss out on experiencing this special holiday train ride, so book your tickets now!

- Christmas Tree Train: Ride aboard the Christmas Tree Train to Leaman Place Grove where you can choose a pre-cut Fraser or Douglas Fir tree and have it delivered back to the station by flatcar.

Visit our website for more information, train schedule, fares, and to purchase event tickets.