Whether you’re looking to take a trip or to take in the scenic views of West Virginia, there are several train rides in West Virginia where you can do either. In no particular order, here are 8 tourist or travel train options in the Mountain State worth checking out.
- New River Train Excursions
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Formerly known as New River Train Excursions, the train now operates only in the fall as the Autumn Colors Express. You can check out this article and read all about one of the most beloved train rides in West Virginia.
Hinton Railroad Days / Facebook 322 Summers St, Hinton, WV 25951, USA
- Cass Scenic Railroad
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Ron Cogswell/Flickr This historic railroad was built in 1901 to haul timber to the mill in Cass. Now it’s a scenic railroad that takes passengers to the old logging camp of Whittaker Station and to Bald Knob, the third highest point in West Virginia. Be sure to check out the webpage for Cass Scenic Railroad to get all the information, including pricing and schedules to book your train ride. 12363 Cass Rd, Cass, WV 24927, USA
- Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad in Romney
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Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad This historic rail tourist attraction travels the South Branch Valley of the Potomac River. As the name suggests, bald eagles are often spotted from the trains. For more information and to purchase tickets, be sure to visit the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad website. 149 Eagle Dr, Romney, WV 26757, USA
- New Tygart Flyer
JeanB37/Tripadvisor This train takes people to see the High Falls of Cheat, a remote waterfall. For more information, check out the webpage for the New Tygart Flyer. 315 Railroad Ave, Elkins, WV 26241, USA
- The Durbin Rocket
ECsurfer/ Tripadvisor This train was built in 1910 and is powered by a rare steam locomotive, Old #3. This engine, with its combination of open and closed cars, is perfect for families with smaller children. It currently operates as a wild west themed excursion. Check out the webpage for the Durbin Rocket for more information and to book your trip. 4759 Staunton Parkersburg Turnpike, Durbin, WV 26264, USA
- The Cheat Mountain Salamander
Management/TripAdvisor Named for the salamander whose sole habit is the Cheat River, this train takes people through Cheat Mountain. There are many opportunities to see wildlife, including bears and bald eagles. For more information, check out this link. EDITOR’S NOTE: Unfortunately, this is no longer in operation.
- Amtrak
English: CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used anywhere other than Wikipedia. Please leave a note at Wikipedia here. Thank you!, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons If you’re looking to take a longer journey, Amtrak has stations across the country, including several in West Virginia. Their stations can be found in Charleston, Harpers Ferry, Huntington, Hinton, Martinsburg and Thurmond. For more information, visit see Amtrak’s website. Huntington Station, 1050 8th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701, USA
- The Christmas at Cass Train
mountainrailwv/Youtube Run by the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad, each year this train takes children and adults from Cass and travels along the Greenbrier River. For more information or to book, check out the webpage for Christmas at Cass. 12363 Cass Rd, Cass, WV 24927, USA
- The Christmas at Cass Train
Mountain Valley Railroad Run by the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad, each year this train takes children and adults from Cass and travels along the Greenbrier River. For more information or to book, check out the webpage for Christmas at Cass. 12363 Cass Rd, Cass, WV 24927, USA
Have you been on any of these train rides in West Virginia? Which one was your favorite? Let us know about your experience, or if there are other train rides in West Virginia worth the ride, in the comments. We would love to hear from you.
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322 Summers St, Hinton, WV 25951, USA
w:user:shayfan, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Ron Cogswell/Flickr
This historic railroad was built in 1901 to haul timber to the mill in Cass. Now it’s a scenic railroad that takes passengers to the old logging camp of Whittaker Station and to Bald Knob, the third highest point in West Virginia. Be sure to check out the webpage for Cass Scenic Railroad to get all the information, including pricing and schedules to book your train ride.
12363 Cass Rd, Cass, WV 24927, USA
Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad/Facebook
Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad
This historic rail tourist attraction travels the South Branch Valley of the Potomac River. As the name suggests, bald eagles are often spotted from the trains. For more information and to purchase tickets, be sure to visit the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad website.
149 Eagle Dr, Romney, WV 26757, USA
JeanB37/Tripadvisor
This train takes people to see the High Falls of Cheat, a remote waterfall. For more information, check out the webpage for the New Tygart Flyer.
315 Railroad Ave, Elkins, WV 26241, USA
ECsurfer/ Tripadvisor
This train was built in 1910 and is powered by a rare steam locomotive, Old #3. This engine, with its combination of open and closed cars, is perfect for families with smaller children. It currently operates as a wild west themed excursion. Check out the webpage for the Durbin Rocket for more information and to book your trip.
4759 Staunton Parkersburg Turnpike, Durbin, WV 26264, USA
Management/TripAdvisor
Named for the salamander whose sole habit is the Cheat River, this train takes people through Cheat Mountain. There are many opportunities to see wildlife, including bears and bald eagles. For more information, check out this link. EDITOR’S NOTE: Unfortunately, this is no longer in operation.
English: CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used anywhere other than Wikipedia. Please leave a note at Wikipedia here. Thank you!, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
If you’re looking to take a longer journey, Amtrak has stations across the country, including several in West Virginia. Their stations can be found in Charleston, Harpers Ferry, Huntington, Hinton, Martinsburg and Thurmond. For more information, visit see Amtrak’s website.
Huntington Station, 1050 8th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701, USA
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Run by the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad, each year this train takes children and adults from Cass and travels along the Greenbrier River. For more information or to book, check out the webpage for Christmas at Cass.
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Things To Do In West Virginia January 06, 2023 Katie Feldkamp What are some of the best day trips in West Virginia in the winter? When the weather turns cold, it is easy to want to stay indoors. But there are numerous trips and places to visit in West Virginia in winter that are worth checking out. Get ready to hit the road for one of the following:
Snowshoe Mountain Resort The Greenbrier A Wheeling Nailers Hockey Game West Virginia State Museum Winterplace Ski Resort Helvetia for Fasnacht
What are some of the best things to do in West Virginia in the summer? When it’s summer in West Virginia and you are looking for things to do, there are plenty of unique options, no matter your interests. Make sure you put some of the following options on your summer bucket list:
Picnic at a covered bridge Go whitewater rafting Take a dip in a hot spring Ride in a hot air balloon Walk across a 900-foot canyon at New River Gorge Take a train ride
Be sure to check out the article for more details on each of these activities and several more suggestions for things to do in West Virginia in the summer.
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Things To Do In West Virginia
January 06, 2023
Katie Feldkamp
What are some of the best day trips in West Virginia in the winter? When the weather turns cold, it is easy to want to stay indoors. But there are numerous trips and places to visit in West Virginia in winter that are worth checking out. Get ready to hit the road for one of the following:
Snowshoe Mountain Resort The Greenbrier A Wheeling Nailers Hockey Game West Virginia State Museum Winterplace Ski Resort Helvetia for Fasnacht
What are some of the best things to do in West Virginia in the summer? When it’s summer in West Virginia and you are looking for things to do, there are plenty of unique options, no matter your interests. Make sure you put some of the following options on your summer bucket list:
Picnic at a covered bridge Go whitewater rafting Take a dip in a hot spring Ride in a hot air balloon Walk across a 900-foot canyon at New River Gorge Take a train ride
Be sure to check out the article for more details on each of these activities and several more suggestions for things to do in West Virginia in the summer.
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The OIYS Visitor Center
When the weather turns cold, it is easy to want to stay indoors. But there are numerous trips and places to visit in West Virginia in winter that are worth checking out. Get ready to hit the road for one of the following:
- Snowshoe Mountain Resort
- The Greenbrier
- A Wheeling Nailers Hockey Game
- West Virginia State Museum
- Winterplace Ski Resort
- Helvetia for Fasnacht
What are some of the best things to do in West Virginia in the summer?
When it’s summer in West Virginia and you are looking for things to do, there are plenty of unique options, no matter your interests. Make sure you put some of the following options on your summer bucket list:
- Picnic at a covered bridge
- Go whitewater rafting
- Take a dip in a hot spring
- Ride in a hot air balloon
- Walk across a 900-foot canyon at New River Gorge
- Take a train ride
Be sure to check out the article for more details on each of these activities and several more suggestions for things to do in West Virginia in the summer.
