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STRASBURG
RAIL ROAD

HISTORIC STEAM TRAIN RIDES IN LANCASTER COUNTY, PA

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STRASBURG
RAIL ROAD

TRAIN RIDES IN LANCASTER COUNTY, PA

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CHOOSE YOUR FULL STEAM ADVENTURE

Choose from Spring, Summer, Fall, or Annual passes at the Strasburg Rail Road. Passholders receive complimentary rides, discounted special event tickets, and discounts in our general store and cafe.

  • Parties of 10 or more

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy fun group activities with friends and family, then you’ve come to the right place! A visit to the Strasburg Rail Road is certainly an experience to be shared. From birthday celebrations and wedding ceremonies to school field trips and staff and corporate outings, our train rides for groups are a great way to make memories together.

ALL ABOARD!


Join us for an authentic steam train ride through Lancaster County’s famous Amish Country. Sit back and relax as you travel through 2,500 acres of the picturesque countryside. Choose your preferred accommodation from the President’s Car, First Class, Dining, Open Air, or Coach.

Whether you’re a returning guest or visiting us for the first time, we look forward to you joining us at the Strasburg Rail Road — America’s oldest continuously operating railroad!

UPCOMING 2023 - 2024 SPECIAL EVENTS

Legacy of Sleepy Hollow

October 6 - November 5, 2023

Discover the true Legacy of Sleepy Hollow — the greatest ghost story ever told — and experience the rest of the story exclusively at Strasburg Rail Road!

Strasburg Rail Road Christmas Trains

November 18 - December 24, 2023

A Christmas tradition for nearly 65 years continues as the historic Strasburg Rail Road welcomes a very special visitor this holiday season. Choose among four different experiences: Santa’s Paradise Express, Night Before Christmas, Santa Claus Limited, and the popular Christmas Tree Train.

The Long John Limited

February 17, 2024

Beat the cabin fever, get outside, and take a ride aboard our Open Air car, on Saturday, February 17, 2024! Wear your long johns and winter attire; brave the cold aboard our Open Air Car!

A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE FOR ALL AGES!

Family Fun!

Family Friendly good fun. Also very educational for ourselves and our kids about the history of our country with Trains. The staff are all very nice and helpful. The shops are filled with really cool stuff and now a Cafe, which is very good

– Kevin H. | Facebook
Loads of Fun!

We had fun in the train ride. We did the escape the room and was able to solve the Houdini mystery. Sam was our assistant, she was very nice and helpful. It was a great experience!! Loads of fun!

– Ron A | Google Reviews
Such A Memorable Day!

Being able to ride an authentic steam powered train was so exciting! The experience transports you back in time to the late 1800’s early 1900. They have a general store, eatery, toy store and a play area for children. Thank you Strasburg Rail Road!

– Becky W. | Facebook
A Family Favorite!

My family has been coming here for the past 40 years. I loved riding the rails as a child, my children loved coming every year, and now I am bring my grandchildren! Great family atmosphere! Keep up the great work Strasburg Rail Road! We'll see soon!

– Melissa T. | Google Reviews

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