Delaware River Railroad Excursions

Trip Ideas

Delaware River Railroad Excursions has become well known for both the Day Out With Thomas Event and The Polar Express. Their events/trips are used to both support our organization (all of our earnings go right back into historic preservation) and to create fundraisers for local non-profit organizations.

Special / Seasonal Events

There are fun, seasonal trips throughout the year. This includes:

• River Train-Weekend trips along the scenic Delaware River - Weekend trips start May 7th - All trains run weekends to October 30th.
• Mine Train-The Ol' Susquehanna Mine is once again open. Come explore the newly renovated mine site. Take a fun educational trip back to the 1850's! Trips leave 11:00 am, 12:30 pm and 2:00 PM. ( 3:30pm in October as well)
• Easter Bunny Train -Ride the Easter Bunny Train Ride and visit with Mr. E. Bunny on the train - Please see their website for additional details
• Corn Maze-Come play the game where getting lost is half the fun! - Open Weekends in October
• Winery Train-Enjoy a beautiful journey along the scenic Delaware River behind New Jersey's only operating steam locomotive. Visit to one of New Jersey's most beautiful Wineries.
• The Pumpkin Train-Every train is "The great Pumpkin Train" in October!The Great Pumpkin Train runs from October 1st to the end of October, weekends.
• A Day Out With Thomas-Day Out With Thomas is a family event that offers children and their grownups the opportunity to ride with classic storybook friend Thomas the Tank Engine . - Dates are usually in July each year
• The Polar Express -Inspired by the run-away hit movie produced by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. and the award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and your family take a ride on The Polar Express. Tickets will go on sale June 1st at midnight ( 11:59 PM May 31st)