TEXAS STATE RAILROAD

The Texas State Railroad, Est. 1881, is the “Official Railroad of Texas” and is truly a “Texas Treasure!” The Texas State Railroad is operated by American Heritage Railways, owners of the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Durango, CO and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City, NC. This historic train travels through the scenic piney woods and hardwood creek bottoms of East Texas. The Texas State Railroad offers both steam and diesel train excursions reminiscent of days gone by. Passengers may board excursion trains at either the Rusk or Palestine depots where southern hospitality is the norm. These depots were built with an eye for detail and the elegance of Victorian charm.  Both Depots have beautiful parks, picnic areas, a concession, and a gift shop. The Rusk Depot offers visitors a beautiful 15-acre fishing lake and a full-service campground facility to enhance a four-season vacation experience.

FARES and SCHEDULES
The Texas State Railroad offers train excursions year-round with special events and dinner trains throughout the year. Special Events include: 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 Great Pumpkin Patch Express, and Day Out With Thomas™. Ticket prices start at $19 for Children and $36.50 for Adults. Upgrades and First Class Seating Available. Enjoy Cab Rides and Caboose Charters. Group Discounts available.  Check online for schedule and information or call the reservation office.

ROLLING STOCK

Five Steam Locomotives

 Engine 201, a 4-6-0 built in 1901 by A. L. Cooke

 Engine 300, a 2-8-0 built in 1917 by Baldwin

 Engine 400, a 2-8-2 built in 1917 by Baldwin – Under Restoration

 Engine 500, a 4-6-2 built in 1911 by Baldwin – Under Restoration

 Engine 610, a 2-10-4 built in 1927 by Lima – Static Display

Three Diesel Engines built between 1944 & 1953

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Robert Van Camp
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Great Scenic Railway Journeys