Savor first-class seating for up to 4 with a Railway Provisions Box for each guest
50 - 60 Minutes
Up to 4 people
Scenic ride, Private table, Meal
Ride a restored 1930s-era table car on a scenic 50–60 minute roundtrip while you enjoy a meal of your choice. Settle into a first-class private table for up to four as Trainmen share stories of New Jersey rail travel.
Railcars are historic and not ADA-compliant. Menu items may contain common allergens and substitutions are not available. Train horns can be loud near road crossings.
Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Tickets may be rescheduled within 24 hours of purchase. After 24 hours, tickets are not eligible for rescheduling. No-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
Yes, all passengers require a ticket. Children’s tickets are 4–12 (Child) and 0–3 (Toddler).
Yes, the train is equipped with restrooms. There is also a port-o-potty located at South Woodstown Station.
Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.
650 Alloway-Woodstown Road
Step aboard the Woodstown Central Railroad and travel back to the era of steam and steel. This small but carefully tended heritage railway in Woodstown, New Jersey invites you to climb into vintage coaches and feel the gentle rhythm of the tracks beneath you. The Woodstown Central Railroad preserves equipment and traditions that defined daily life in southern New Jersey for generations. Whether you come for a seasonal excursion or simply to walk the grounds, the atmosphere here is unhurried and genuinely evocative.
This heritage railroad operation has built a loyal following through a thoughtful mix of themed excursions, from the popular Brew-to-Brew events and charcuterie rides to Santa trains and seasonal ramblers. Riders consistently praise the beautifully preserved and well-maintained vintage cars, with the 1931 first-class car earning particular admiration. The staff comes up frequently in reviews as friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do. A few practical notes worth knowing: the optional boxed meals from the onboard food vendor have received mixed feedback, so you may want to plan accordingly. Some riders also noted that it can be hard to hear the guide's commentary when the train gets noisy, which is worth keeping in mind if the historical narration is a draw for you. Overall, this feels like a labor of love run by real train enthusiasts, and that comes through in the experience. Repeat visitors are common, with many families and couples returning for multiple events across different seasons. If you're looking for a relaxed, scenic outing with a bit of novelty and charm, it's well worth booking ahead to catch one of their special events.
Did the mother's Day Express... wife and kids loved it
adam mierzejewski
May 10, 2026
Did the mother's Day Express... wife and kids loved it
adam mierzejewski
May 10, 2026