Scenic Railroads in Delaware
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Delaware is home to one scenic excursion railroad: the Wilmington and Western Railroad (Historic Red Clay Valley), based in Wilmington. Small in number but genuine in character, this single line offers visitors a rare chance to experience the region by rail at a human pace, away from the interstate and the tourist mainstream.
The Wilmington and Western Railroad (Historic Red Clay Valley) operates steam & diesel trips from Wilmington. Passengers travel excursion trains travel through the wooded Red Clay Valley west of Wilmington along a historic short line. The journey lasts approximately 1.8 hours. It operates Operations suspended early 2025 for repairs; Christmas trains planned December. Tickets are From about $18 adult (Yorklyn Limited). For anyone visiting Delaware with an interest in rail history, this is a straightforward must-do.
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| Railroad | Location | Train type | Typical duration | Price range | Reservations | Dog-friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington and Western Railroad (Historic Red Clay Valley) | Wilmington | Steam & diesel | 1.8 hours | From about $18 adult (Yorklyn Limited) | See website | No |