Gettysburg Railway Historic Train Rides

Gettysburg, USA

High interest

Booked 4 times today.

1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.0

· Michelle_B ·

May 2026

So well thought out! Clean, organized, not expensive, full of info and even snacks to purchase! Can’t wait to come back and do it again with our kids!

· Tom_M ·

Jul 2026

Friendly service. Nicely restored car. Great narration . Left on time. Great scenery. Very nice snack bar

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Overview

What's Included

Concession Car

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

106 N Washington St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

The Eternal Light Peace Memorial (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 180 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.0

based on 201 reviews

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It was a scenic ride with...

Kimberly_K, Aug 2026

It was a scenic ride with some history playing over the speaker...but really this is about the experience of riding a train and seeing scenery. It is a back and forth trip, meaning you go so far, they stop the train and then go back the same way.

Relaxing break

diane_g, Aug 2026

It’s a great break in a busy day at Gettysburg. You are told about the local area, and facts about the war.

Navigating the experience of booking made simple.

Karen_M, Jul 2026

Using Viator was so simple. I had to cancel the first time of activity and go in with a new time. I also liked the reserve now pay later option. I am using your product for when my daughter and I go to Scotland next year.

They are in for a treat...

Jason_R, Jul 2026

They are in for a treat on this excursion train. There are beautifully restored train cars from the 1950’s with some of the most comfortable seats i have ever sat in. They offer a concession car for refreshments with cold drinks, popcorn, nachos, soft baked pretzels and slushie drinks, among other things. There is also a separate gift shop in a restored historic train depot building. The train ride takes you through wooded areas, past streams, orchards, peoples homes and the possibility of spotting wildlife. We spoke with several staff members and all of them were friendly, knowledgable, and offered information on almost any subject you might need or want to know.

Disappointed

Cathy_B, Jul 2026

Train was nice but the scenery was uneventful and very disappointing. I would have much rather have taken a carriage ride through the battlefield.

It was a nice ride. I...

Candace_S, Jul 2026

It was a nice ride. I think the description gives the impression that you will see more than countryside where things “used” to be … but are gone now. If you want a nice, calm, relaxing train ride, this is for you. It’s the experience. If you want monuments etc spend the time elsewhere. Train itself was very clean and comfortable with the fluffy leather chairs or sofas for you and your loved ones to relax in together.

Loved it.

Jeff_D, Jul 2026

Awesome experience, definitely do it again; very informative , everyone working on train were great and super nice

Very disappointing

Paula_M, Jul 2026

It was not a good experience at all! Our train car had multiple crying, screaming little children. Unable to hear the narration. Disappointed in our view. The trees and bushes are overgrown blocking the view. I would unfortunately not recommend this or do this again.

Extremely friendly and...

Dennis_C, Jul 2026

Extremely friendly and relaxing!! The seats were very comfortable, windows were clear and big to see the outside! We would do it again!!!!! It is getting very difficult to type enough to get the minimum required, when that many characters is not needed to say how good the train out of Gettysburg was!!

Arrive atleast 20 to 30...

gene_r, Jul 2026

Arrive atleast 20 to 30 minutes early. We had to park and walk and almost missed the train. Totally our fault!!!

First Train Ride

Laura_M, Jul 2026

It was beautiful a beautiful senic ride. Our guide was wonderful. The concession car was good for snacks and souvenirs. It was worth the price and will do it again when we come back next time. Thank you so much for a wonderful time.

Great time on Gettysburg train on a hot afternoon

carole_o, Jul 2026

Very good narrative Excellent accommodation The guide in our car was very caring and engaging and answered many questions. Extremely knowledgeable bout local history

Would not recommend

John_P, Jul 2026

It was a comfortable 1 1/2 ride. We saw 2 monuments and 4 cannons at the beginning of the train ride, and some of Gettysburg College. The rest of the ride we saw lots of trees, an occasional deer, and some houses. There was an overhead narration, filled in with music, which happened a lot. We thought the Porter for our car might add to the narration, but he did not. We had hoped there would be historical things to look at for the majority of the ride, but no.

Go on the train!!!

Amy_G, Jul 2026

A very relaxing and super comfy train ride. So beautiful. Only downfall. So many famn trees along the tra k you did not get a lot views. Still, what you got to see was amazing. Very educational. Tour guide lady was very knowledgeable!!

We've got a ticket to ride

Emily_G, Jul 2026

This was a wonderful way to see the beautiful countryside that was once a battlefield. The seats were incredibly comfortable and the train car was nice and cool on a hot day. I enjoyed the information by the narrator and the additional commentary by the guides. Our guide, Steve was super friendly and helped us know which places to see in our short amount of time in Gettysburg. Thoroughly enjoyable experience, especially with children who have not rode on a train ride before. They loved it and so did I!

The narration was very...

John_S, Jul 2026

The narration was very good. Our train car AC was not working. The only things we saw were junk trees along the tracks, open fields, a trailer park and very little battle field scenery. We were disappointed.

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Nancy_F, Jul 2026

Delightful tour in air conditioned comfort. Beautiful scenery, informative and friendly staff. A must do.

Friendly service. Nicely...

Tom_M, Jul 2026

Friendly service. Nicely restored car. Great narration . Left on time. Great scenery. Very nice snack bar

That You Don't See as...

Kitty_G, Jul 2026

That You Don't See as much of the battlefield area, that's all I can think of to add right now, it was a pretty ride after we got away from the train station

History on a train

Lorrie_f, Jul 2026

The kids found the trip a little boring, our car guide was good (Joe). The train is comfortable and clean.

Nice relaxing trip through a historic area.

Stephen_G, Jul 2026

A wonderful railroad trip narrated by staff while we slowly traveled. The passenger car was very clean and comfortable. Air conditioned. A total of an hour and one half trip.