Can young children ride for free, and are lap children allowed in all seating?

Children under age 2 may ride free as a lap child in Standard seating only. Lap children are not allowed in Diamond or Platinum seating.

Do you need to stay seated while the train is moving?

Yes. For safety, you must remain seated while the train is in motion.

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Atlanta New Earth Festival Train Ride

Name: Atlanta New Earth Festival Train Ride
Brand: Nickel Plate Express
Price: 129.32 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (468 reviews)

Ride a historic train to shop, eat, and hear live music at the festival

4.4 stars• 468 reviews

Duration

4 hours

Ideal For

Up to 4 people

Includes

Round-trip train ride, festival time

Highlights

Ride the historic Nickel Plate Express to the Atlanta New Earth Festival. Spend your festival stop shopping, enjoying live music, and finding food.

Browse festival shopping
Listen to live music
Discover food at the festival
Enjoy beer, wine, and cocktails from the onboard cash bar
Choose Diamond, Platinum, Standard, or Caboose seating

Itinerary

Saturday 9 a.m.- train departs Hobbs Station 10 a.m. - train arrives at the Earth Festival 12 p.m.- train leaves the Earth Festival 1 p.m. - train arrives back at Hobbs Station

1:30 p.m.- train leaves Hobbs Station 2:30 p.m.- train arrives at Earth Festival 4:30 p.m. - train leaves Earth Festival 5:30 p.m.- train returns to Hobbs Station

Sunday 10 a.m. - train depart Hobbs Station 11 a.m. - train arrives at Earth Festival 1 p.m. - train leaves Earth Festival 2 p.m. - train returns to Hobbs Station

Passengers must return on the same ride they left on. The train will board 15-minutes before departure time in Atlanta. Passengers that miss the train will be responsible for their own transportation back to their car.

Important details

Train runs rain or shine
Children under age 2 may ride as lap children only in Standard Seating
Lap children are not allowed in Platinum Seating
Expect no restrooms or temperature control in the Caboose

Cancellation Policy

No refunds or exchanges. No refunds or new tickets for missed train rides, medical emergencies, or other ticket issues.

Product ID: JQPBGF

FAQs

Arrive at the depot at least 30 minutes before departure. The train cannot be held, and if you miss it you won’t be rescheduled or refunded. If you miss the return train in Atlanta, you are responsible for your own transportation back to your car.

No. You may not bring your own alcohol, food, or other beverages on the train.

Credit card is the only payment method accepted onboard for drinks or merchandise; cash is not accepted.

Review summary

4.4

Very Good

468 reviewsGoogle Maps

Staff here consistently go above and beyond, especially when things don't go as planned. Several visitors experienced mechanical issues that cut trips short, but the team's response was impressive – arranging quick refunds, coordinating bus transportation, and even calling an Uber when a guest's oxygen battery became a concern. The crew's kindness shines through across experiences, from helping elderly passengers board early to comping refreshments and staying calm under pressure. The rail bike rides get enthusiastic praise for their scenic routes through Forest Park and the Indiana countryside. Fair warning though: the hard plastic seats need cushioning (bring a pillow!), and you'll share a four-person bike with strangers unless you pay extra for a private cart. This can mean doing most of the pedaling yourself if your riding partners aren't pulling their weight. Despite the seating quirks, most find it a fun, relaxing outdoor activity suitable for families, including toddlers and seniors. The fall foliage rides also earn high marks when everything runs smoothly.

What people are saying

We did the fall foliage ride and it was a fun time. Neat old trains and great staff! Think we'll come back around Christmas to ride the train again and maybe see about their peddle cars. Beautiful park too!

M Doyle-Appleby

November 3, 2026

M Doyle-Appleby

November 3, 2026

Meeting details

825 Forest Park Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060

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