Passes & Tours

Get a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the railroad’s mechanical shop, where trains are built and refurbished. No toddlers. There are a limited number of tickets for this tour. We strongly recommend you purchase tickets ahead of time, as the tour often sells out for that day.

Due to safety regulations, children under the age of 5 are not permitted on this tour. Ages 5 through 17 must be accompanied by an adult. For your safety and comfort, closed toe shoes are required. High heels are strongly discouraged.

Starting a car is pretty simple; just turn the key.  But what's involved in starting a steam locomotive?  Well, we're glad you asked! Introducing Strasburg Rail Road's exclusive Hostling Tour!

The most economical way to spend your whole day aboard the train, this one-day pass includes:

• Unlimited rides aboard regular train Coach Cars
• Upgrades to higher-fare cars may be purchased at the Station

Please note: The Day Pass provides unlimited rides aboard Coach, with the opportunity to upgrade to a higher-far car. The Day Pass does not include the Fun Extras. The Fun Extras can be purchased separately on select days.

Offering incredible savings and loaded with fun, check out the Summer Fun Pass at Strasburg Rail Road™! It offers value-packed seasonal access to all the rides and extras at America's oldest short-line railroad for just $40 per person (2 & up). 

Enjoy a one-year pass featuring unlimited rides in our Coach cars aboard our regular scheduled trains! Annual passholders are also entitled to discounts off tickets for select events. A great value if you plan to ride the train multiple times throughout the year!

• Valid for 1 full year from date of purchase.
• Unlimited rides aboard the Fun Extras (when in operation and not specifically included as part of an event).
• Retail discount of 10% in our Gift Shops. Not valid on sale items or during Day Out With Thomas™ events.
• Pass is valid for discounted tickets aboard select special event trains.

 The Fun Extras Wristband includes:

Unlimited access aboard

• Cranky Cars
• Pint-Sized Pufferbelly
• Pump Car

One or more of the Fun Extras rides operate on most weekends, during Special Events, and daily during our Summer season.

When not included as part of a special event (e.g. Day Out With Thomas, Easter Bunny Train, Santa’s Paradise Express), a Fun Extras Wristband may be purchased onsite at the railroad Station or within any of the gift shops along the mall.

 View our Fun Extras schedule online. Operation of the Fun Extras is subject to weather conditions and equipment maintenance.

Purchase discounted admission to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania as an add-on to your Strasburg Rail Road train ticket! These two world-class attractions are conveniently located across the street from one another.