Coastal rail journey with onboard narration and time to explore Garibaldi
90 minutes minimum
Round-trip train ride, car type
Step aboard a historic train for a relaxed ride between Rockaway Beach and Garibaldi. Hear onboard narration while taking in Tillamook Bay and coastal estuary scenery.
•90 Minute Minimum Round-Trip!
•30 Minutes from Garibaldi to Rockaway Beach
•30 Minute Minimum Layover Time. You can pick a longer Layover!
(Layover availability dependent on departure time).
•30 Minute Return Trip
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. You may be rebooked to another day or time of the same excursion within the same calendar year.
You must select a return time during checkout; follow the on-screen banner to add your chosen One-Way RETURN tickets before payment.
Rockaway Beach Depot, 103 S 1st St, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
Most travelers absolutely love this vintage train experience, praising the friendly staff and beautiful coastal scenery you can't quite appreciate while driving. The narration hits the sweet spot of being informative without overdoing it, and guests enjoy choosing between different car types based on their preferences. The relaxed pace lets you soak in panoramic ocean views, though you'll want to pick your seat carefully since the train reverses rather than turning around. A few practical things to know: delays can happen, so build some flexibility into your day. The vintage cars are authentically small and cozy, which some find charming and others find cramped. The route runs alongside the highway rather than through wilderness, and there aren't bathrooms onboard. One reviewer mentioned the ride can be bumpy for those with back issues. Wheeler, the turnaround point, is quite small with limited activities during the wait. Despite these quirks, most guests find it a memorable way to experience the Oregon coast and say they'd happily ride again.
We did the trip from Garibaldi to Wheeler and back. Super fun experience!
Briana Anderson
July 4, 2026
We did the trip from Garibaldi to Wheeler and back. Super fun experience!
Briana Anderson
July 4, 2026
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