Trains & Events

Trains and events operate throughout the year. Please remember that we reserve the right to alter published schedules and substitute equipment as weather and operating conditions demand. The most up to date information about our schedule can always be found through this website!

Events marked with (R) require reservations. Ticketing for all other trains is first-come first-serve.

For prices, schedules, etc. click on any event below!

March / April

Easter Bunny Express Meet Peter Cottontail aboard the BR&W!

May

	Photo Freight (R) Unique photo opportunities with vintage freight equipment along our line between Ringoes, Flemington, and Three Bridges. Reservations required. Tickets now available!
	Three Bridges Excursions (R) Extended length passenger excursions over our entire line between Ringoes and Three Bridges. Reservations required. Tickets now available!
	Summer Excursions Our traditional excursions between Flemington and Ringoes. New this year: visit our museum! Monday May 28 only.

June

	Readin' Railroad Story Time (R) NEW FOR 2012! Enjoy a round-trip excursion between Flemington and Ringoes, and the Conductor will narrate the children's book "Little Red Caboose". Kids can follow along with their own complimentary copy of the book! Reservations required.
	Summer Excursions Our traditional excursions between Flemington and Ringoes. New this year: visit our museum! Operate every Saturday and Sunday.

July

-->	Caboose Hops (R) Ride a train made up entirely of cabooses all the way from Ringoes to Three Bridges and back. Reservations required. Every Saturday in July. Tickets now available!
	Summer Excursions Our traditional excursions between Flemington and Ringoes. New this year: visit our museum! Operate every Saturday and Sunday.

August

Summer Excursions Our traditional excursions between Flemington and Ringoes. New this year: visit our museum! Operate every Saturday and Sunday.

September

	Three Bridges Excursions (R) Extended length passenger excursions over our entire line between Ringoes and Three Bridges. September 1 only. Reservations required. Tickets now available!
<	Photo Freight (R) Unique photo opportunities with vintage freight equipment along our line between Ringoes, Flemington, and Three Bridges. September 2 only. Reservations required. Tickets now available!
	Summer Excursions Our traditional excursions between Flemington and Ringoes. New this year: visit our museum! September 3 only.
	The Great Train Robbery (R) Help the Sheriff protect the train from bandits! September 15 & 16. Reservations required. Details coming soon.
	Corn Maze & Pumpkin Picking Trains Visit our new and improved corn maze and pick your pumpkins at Pumpkin Junction. Last Saturday & Sunday in September. Details coming soon.

October

	The Eerie Limited (R) NEW FOR 2012! Calling all history buffs and ghost chasers! Come join us for an evening excursion from Flemington to Ringoes and return. On the way, learn the stories of local train wrecks and railroad hauntings. Reservations required. Tickets now available!
	Corn Maze & Pumpkin Picking Trains Visit our new and improved corn maze and pick your pumpkins at Pumpkin Junction. Every Saturday & Sunday in October. Details coming soon.

November / December

	Model Train Show Shop for railroad-related merchandise from local vendors. One day only: November 17.
	Santa Express Meet Santa and his elves aboard our Flemington-Ringoes excursion train. Select dates in November and December.
	North Pole Express (R) An exciting journey to the North Pole to meet Santa, Mrs Claus, and the Elves! Select dates in November and December. Reservations required.

• Groups

  Plan to visit with a group of 20 or more? Contact us ahead of time! You may be able to take advantage of group rates or reserve your own private car on the train. Visit the Groups page for more information.

  

• Reservations

  Tickets for most of our trains are first-come first-serve at the station. For trains that require reservations, you must purchase your tickets through this website. Select a train on the right for full details!
  

• Safety First!

  Please follow these important safety rules when visiting Ringoes. Our Ringoes yard is a working freight and passenger railroad facility, used by our passengers AND several industrial freight customers. For your safety, barriers such as chains/ropes/road cones/"Keep Out" signs are posted in areas off-limits to the public. Unless accompanied by a member of our staff, remain ONLY in the public parking lot and station area.

  For more information about railroad safety visit  Operation Lifesaver.

  • Never walk on railroad tracks.
  • Never climb on railroad equipment.
  • Always stop and look both ways before crossing tracks.
  • Always feel free to ask our staff about equipment in the rail yard - we're usually pleased to offer you a guided tour!

• About Your Visit

  Here is some information about your visit that we commonly receive questions about!

  • Restrooms

    Restrooms are not available on any trains or at Flemington Station. Restrooms are available at Ringoes Station. During our Corn Maze event Port-a-Johns are available at Pumpkin Junction.

  • Strollers

    Strollers are welcome on all trains, but must be folded to come on board.

  • Wheelchairs

    Due to the historical nature of our equipment, trains are not handicap accessible. All passengers must climb 3-4 stairs.

  • Smoking

    Smoking is PROHIBITED on ALL BR&W passenger trains, inside stations, and all areas at Pumpkin Junction.

  • Refreshments

    Refreshments are not generally available on trains or at Flemington Station. Light snacks and drinks may be purchased at Ringoes Station (cash/credit) and Pumpkin Junction (cash only). Passengers are welcome to bring their own food and drink (no alchohol) on the train.

  • Parking

    Free parking is available at Ringoes and Flemington Stations. Visit the Directions page for details.