Short Train Rides

Exceptions to Short Train Ride Schedules

Short train rides, the Scranton Limited or Caboose Experience, will operate Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, beginning Thursday, May 11, 2023 through Sunday, November 12, 2023. The Caboose Experience will be offered in lieu of the Scranton Limited on dates we offer longer excursion rides, as staffing permits.

NOTE: all train rides are subject to cancellation due to mechanical issues, inclement weather, or crew availability.

 

Baldwin Locomotive Works #26 on a bridge in Nay Aug Park

NPS Photo

Steamtown's seasonal train rides offer one of the most unique National Park Experiences. Interested in spending some time on a train, but perhaps you don't have the time for a full day excursion? Our short train rides may be just what you're looking for!

Scranton Limited: a 3-mile round trip ride lasting approximately 30-minutes. The locomotive travels through the rail yards, crosses the Lackawanna River, passes the historic Radisson at Lackawanna Station hotel and stops at the University of Scranton before returning to the Steamtown boarding area.

Caboose Experience: a short 15-20-minute ride in our historic caboose within the park boundaries. It gives visitors a chance to experience what life was like at the back of the train. This experience is included with the purchase of a Scranton Limited ticket.

Beginning Thursday, May 11, 2023:

• The Scranton Limited or the Caboose Experience will operate on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, as staffing permits. Departure times are: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:15pm, and 2:30pm.
• Tickets are $6.00 for adults and kids over the age of 5; kids 5 and under are $1.00. Tickets must be purchased on-site at the Information Kiosk, the day of your visit. Tickets are valid all day and for ANY departure time on the date of purchase.
• Seating availability is first come, first served; we recommend getting in line 15-20 minutes ahead of scheduled departure time.
• The Caboose Experience will be offered in lieu of the Scranton Limited on dates we offer longer excursion rides, as staffing permits.

NOTICE:

• Train rides are subject to cancellation due to mechanical issues, inclement weather, or crew availability.

 

Refund Policy

In the event you miss your short train ride, either the Scranton Limited or Caboose Experience, we can put you aboard the next ride as long as its not sold out or was the last train of the day.