Groups
The Texas State Railroad welcomes groups of all types and sizes! We offer a unique experience for churches, tour groups, scouts, family or class reunions, organizations, school groups….you name it! Have a group of 20 or more? Want the train to yourself? Want to get married on the train? Let our reservation department fulfill your group request.
If your specific group is not listed here or if you have specific questions or special needs, please be sure to contact our reservation office by phone or email and we will be happy to help you organize the perfect group outing.
Groups of 20 or More
Groups of 20 or more paying passengers who purchase their tickets as a group are eligible to receive a 10% off discount of the standard ticket price for a selected ride.
Scouts
Boy & Girl Scout groups are offered special discounts so your troop can experience
history first hand. Our scout excursions include not only a trip on our historic
railroad, but also the opportunity to earn merit badges as they learn about
history, transportation, and nature. Bring your scout group to
the Texas State Railroad where you can camp and ride a historic train in
the piney woods of East Texas! Contact the reservation for current pricing.
- Train Rides - Scout groups can experience any of our regular train excursions in standard seating.
- The Polar Express™ Train Ride - Scout groups are offered discounts on The Polar Express™ Train Ride during our designated school runs on Nov 30 & Dec 1, 7, & 8, 2011 at 10:00am & 12:00pm.
- Shop Tours – Railroad shop tours can be scheduled in advance for your scouts if personnel available. Please ask a reservation agent for information and costs per scout.
- Camping – The Texas State Railroad offers discounted camping at both depots for scouts. Visit our Campground section or call our campground office for information.
School Groups
We believe that history is an important part of a student’s education! We offer discounted student rates to school groups so that your students can experience history first hand. We also offer curriculum materials so that you can teach your students about railroading history, trains, train safety, and more!
- Maydelle Turntable Special - Friday, May 4, 2012 11:00am - 12:30pm - Depart the Rusk depot and enjoy a diesel excursion to the historic Maydelle Turntable!
Students- $13, Teachers- $25 & Chaperones- $30. Lunches not included.
- The Polar Express™ Train Ride – 2012 Dates Coming Soon! - You and your students can experience this magical journey during one of our scheduled school runs at 10:00am and 12:30pm (1 hour train ride).
School groups are always welcome! Let us know if you have any questions. We will be happy to answer them.
Call reservations at 1-888-987-2461 to book now!
Train Charters
Did you know that you can charter the train? That’s right! We can help you create the perfect event for your large or small group. What is a charter? Well, it is an option to reserve the train for your special event – no other passengers will be on board your train! There are different options available when chartering the train. Chartering the train is perfect for company parties, fundraisers, private events such as weddings, dinners, school reunions, and filming.
Ask our reservation office about chartering the train today! We can even help you with a caterer!
