Quite possibly the best way to experience Lancaster County.  Traveling aboard authentic passenger cars, pulled by a massive, coal-burning steam locomotive, there's beauty as far as the eyes can see. Rolling hills. Working farms. A landscape that has changed little over time.

Your journey starts with a 45-minute train ride on America's oldest short-line railroad - circa 1832. Travel when you want, how you want.  From coach to first class, open air to the Dining Car - it's one stop that is sure to please.

Back at the station, test your power on our authentic Pump Car, take a ride on our miniature steam train or go along for a behind-the-scenes tour of where passenger cars and steam engines are built, restored and refurbished.

The Strasburg Rail Road offers special events for every season.

Day Out With Thomas: For nine days this June, go totally Thomas as America's beloved little blue engine pays a visit. Meet Sir Topham Hatt, take a train ride and visit the Imagination Station, June 14 - 22. Don't forget to visit their shops where you'll find an abundance of Thomas merchandise throughout the event and throughout the year. Pre-purchase your tickets today. Thomas also visits in September and December.

Trains and Troops Weekend: Ride with re-enactors from all eras of our military during November's Trains and Troops Weekend, and celebrate a holiday tradition with Santa's Paradise Express for six days in December. Visit with Santa as carolers and musicians stroll from car to car. Select evening trains even have first-class seating with butler-served wine and cheese, from April through November.

Visit our website for more information, train schedule, fares and to purchase event tickets, and daily and all-day passes.

This year, we are celebrating the rebirth of Strasburg Rail Road.  Fifty years ago, twenty-four visionaries breathed new life into Strasburg Rail Road, saving it from abandonment - keeping it alive to educate and entertain for generations to come.

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