Schedule & Fares

ONLINE BOOKING!

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Train Excursions

Celebrate the spirit of Texas with a train ride at the Texas State Railroad. Enjoy a historic ride on several different excursions. We offer steam engine excursions, vintage diesel excursions, a chance to experience our 1890's Turntable in Maydelle, special events, and more!

 

Roundtrip excursions with the steam or diesel engines depart either the Rusk or Palestine depots at 11am and return at 3:30pm. Each trip takes 1 ½ hours each way with a 1 ½ hour lunch layover at the opposite train depot for a total 4 ½ hour experience.

 

The Dogwood Blooms are a sight to see during the later part of March! Take a roundtrip steam excursion departing either the Rusk or Palestine Depots at 11am and return at 3:30pm. Each trip takes 1 ½ hours each way with 1 ½ hour lunch layover at the opposite train depot for a total 4 ½ hour experience.

Dates:

March 6, 7, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 27, 28 - Departing the Rusk Depot

March 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 26, & 27 - Departing the Palestine Depot

Don't miss the unique opportunity to relive a long-lost era as the historic 1901 A. L. Cooke Steam Engine 201 and the 1917 Baldwin Steam Engine 300 pass each other in transit at the Mew shaw Siding on the following dates: March 13, 18, 19, 20, & 27.

 

Special events, dinner trains, and photo excursions are held throughout the year. Our licensed events include Day Out With Thomas™, The Polar Express™ Train Ride, The Lone Ranger® Train Ride, The Little Engine That Could™ Rail Tour, Peanuts™ - The Valentine Express, Peanuts™ - The Easter Beagle Express, Peanuts™ - The Pumpkin Patch Express, & RailFest.

Please visit our Special Events Page for detailed information on upcoming events.

 

Calendar of Events

 

Please note: schedule, price, engines and equipment are subject to change without notice.

 

Mouse over a date on the calendar below to see what events are planned for this month. Or select a date and see what exciting Texas State Railroad events are planned for the near future.

 

 

 

 

Fares & Fees   Fares are for regular excursions departing from either Palestine or Rusk Depots. Children 2 & under ride free.   DIESEL ENGINE FARES   Adult 12 & over Child 3-11 Coach or Open Air Seating $36.50 $19.00 Climate Controlled** $39.50 $21.00 STEAM ENGINE FARES   Adult Child Coach or Open Air Seating $40.50 $23.00 Climate Controlled** $43.50 $25.00 FEES Taxes Sales tax is added on to the final total. Change Fee $6 per ticket is charged to change the date of your reservation. Please note that Special Event ticket sales are final & date changes are not permitted. Cancellation Fee $6 is charged per ticket to cancel and are non-refundable within 48 hours. Please note that Special Event ticket sales are final and tickets are non-refundable. Parking Fee $5 per car. Collected at depot entrance for all train rides, except for the dinner trains.   **Climate controlled seating is air conditioned or heated depending on the current temperature. Please note that windows in the climate controlled cars must remain closed.

Lunches   Save time and money by pre-ordering!   Pre-order your lunch when you reserve your train tickets to avoid the lines when you arrive at your destination! Our sandwiches and grilled items are made fresh daily. By pre-ordering you automatically receive the discounted price.   Additional items are available for purchase at the concession area including nachos, Frito pies, snacks, ice cream, sodas and more.   Purchase a refillable TSRR souvenir tumbler when you order your lunch. By pre-ordering, you will save! Online price with advanced reservations is $5.95 (Retail price $7).   Type Sandwich choice Included in box lunch Cost Adult sandwich Turkey & cheddar Chips, cookie, and a bottle of water $8 Child sandwich on white bread Peanut butter & Jelly Chips, fruit roll-up, and a bottle of water $6 Hamburger Combo Hamburger Chips, cookie, and a bottle of water $9.00 Cheeseburger Combo Cheeseburger Chips, cookie and a bottle of water $9.50 Hot Dog Hot Dog Chips, cookie and a bottle of water $6.00

 

 

Season Pass

Texas State Railroad Season Pass is now available! Visit the Texas State Railroad as much as you want at a great discount!

A Season pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase on advanced reservations on any steam or diesel regular train excursion in coach, open air, or climate controlled seating (based on availability). The season pass is valid on the following excursions: Pineywoods Steam or Diesel Excursion, Dogwood Excursion, Fall Fest Excursion, and National Holiday Excursion. A season pass is not valid on dinner trains, photo excursions, railfest, licensed special events, parking or lunches. The cost of a season pass is a regular priced excursion or special event ticket (excluding Day Out With Thomas™) plus $25 for ages 3 & over.

 

 

Season pass holders will also receive the following benefits:

• 15% Discount on: TSRR Dinner Trains &  Photo Excursions
• 10% Discount on: Retail Purchases in the TSRR Gift Shops on purchases of $25 or more.
• 10% Discount on: Camping at TSRR RV Park & Campgrounds
• 50% Discount on: Our sister railroads - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad & Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Standard Class. Not valid on special events and based on availability.

 

Purchase your season pass today when you book your reservation online or by calling our reservation office at 1-888-987-2461.

 

 

 

First Class Car Information

	Car 1511 First Class Adult Only Car Adults 21 & over $67.00 *Our First Class car is undergoing a facelift. Please check back soon for availability.*   Enjoy a ride in our First-Class Car 1511. This first-class car is also known as The Governor's Car because every Texas Governor since 1976 has ridden in this car after they were elected to office.   Enjoy a train ride while sitting at tables where you will receive personal service and attention. You will be served a variety of gourmet cheese and crackers, delicious brownies, variety of nuts, and your choice of tea, coffee, or water. You may also bring your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy during the ride. One bottle per couple is permitted.   Tables are for set up for 2 and 4 individuals. This is a climate controlled car.   This car may also be chartered for your group of friends, family or office. It is a perfect car to hold Birthday parties and office parties. There are no age requirements when this car is chartered. Call our reservation office to book Car 1511 for your next event.
	MKT Caboose Charter $350 *Our caboose is undergoing a facelift. Please check back soon for availability.*   Take a ride in our MKT caboose! This private car is a chartered car. Our caboose can hold up to 8 people. Charter it for just one person or for up to 8 individuals. It is an experience you do not want to miss!   The cupola can seat 1 individual on either side of the caboose where you get an excellent view! *Please note that the Caboose does not have A/C. $100 upgrade Upgrade comes with food and beverages, including gourmet cheese and crackers, fruit tray, delicious chocolate confections and tea, water bottles, and coffee.
	Cab Ride $225 Learn first-hand what it is like to take a ride in any of our engines. It is an amazing experience to be right there with the engineers. You may ride in our steam or diesel engines depending on the date. Check our calendar for specific rides.   Cab riders must be 18 years or older and are required to wear close-toed shoes. You will receive goggles, gloves, and ear plugs for your one-way journey. On the return trip you may sit with your friends or family in our passenger cars.   Want to buy a Cab Ride as a gift for someone? Purchase a Cab Ride gift voucher from one of our reservation agents. It is perfect gift for train enthusiasts!   Cab Riders Rules & Regulations

 

 

Discounts

 

Discounts do not apply to special events - only valid on regular train excursions.

 

At this time, the following discounts may be applied only when booking your reservations by phone; they will not be applied after purchase. Please call reservations toll-free at 1-888-987-2461.

 

Senior Citizen Discount - 10% Discount for ages 65 and over

 

Military Discount - FREE train ride for Active military (with identification). 10% discount for Veterans.

 

Texas Birthdays - During the week of your birthday, you can ride the train for FREE – and be sure to invite friends and family to join in your celebration.

 

Discount Cards Accepted:

Please check with your reservation agent for details.

 

              

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