The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum begins its 2023 Train Excursion Season on Saturday, May 6 in North Judson.
Diesel excursion trains will depart from the depot every Saturday and some select Sundays until the end of September. Passengers have their choice of riding in open-air sightseeing cars or vintage cars while rolling down the tracks through the Northwest Indiana countryside. Train excursions are round trip from the depot and travel about five miles to the Kankakee River at English Lake, before returning to North Judson.
Trains depart at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. CT. The total length of each trip will be approximately 45 minutes. Ticket prices are $14.00 for adults ages 16 and over and $10.00 for children ages three to 15. Children under the age of two are free. Groups of six or more get $2.00 off each ticket. Purchasing tickets online is recommended, as seating is limited.
Be sure to visit the museum and grounds where admission is always free. The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has one of the largest museum collections of working railroad signals and a restored World War II Pullman Troop Car. Stroll around the grounds to see all types of rolling stock, engines, and memorabilia of a by-gone era.
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has an exciting schedule of events planned for this season. Civilians & Soldiers in History displays, reenactments and events will be on Saturday, July 22. Special group events, including school groups can be arranged by contacting the depot. Visit the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum online here for a complete schedule of events.
Order tickets online call the depot at 574-896-3950 on Saturdays or days when train excursions are scheduled.
