Tickets / Hours
Daily Admission Tickets
- Free: Members
- Train rides are $5 per person. Everyone must have a ticket to ride the train
- $15: Adults and children 13 and older
- $12: College Students (with valid college ID)
- $12: Seniors ages 62 and older
- $10: Children 2-12 years old
- Free: Children younger than age 2
* Admission costs vary on days of special events.
* Tickets may be purchased via the calendar link on this webpage, or tickets may be purchased in person at our main entrance ticket desk.
Train Ride Tickets
The train ride is $5, plus regular admission costs. Train rides are held daily from April 21st through September 30th, and on weekends in October. We do not offer daily train rides from November to March.
From April 21 to April 27, train rides will run every hour, beginning with the 10:00 a.m. ride and concluding with the 4:00 p.m. ride. From April 28 through the end of September, train rides will run at
- 10:00 a.m. (except Sundays)
- 12:00 p.m.
- 2:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. (only on Tuesdays)
Learn more about our train rides here!
Hours
The National Railroad Museum is open year-round. Hours are as follows:
January through March
- Mondays: Closed
- Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesdays – Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Sundays: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
April through December
- Mondays – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesdays – Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Sundays: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Holidays
The Museum is closed on these holidays:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Eve (closes at 2 p.m.)
- New Year’s Day
- Easter
During days of The Polar Express Train Ride event in mid-November through mid-December, the Museum closes one hour prior to the start of that day’s first show.
Guest Photography & Video Permission
By visiting the National Railroad Museum (or participating in one of our Museum programs/events) you understand that you may be photographed, filmed, or videotaped, and you hereby give permission and grant the perpetual right to use your likeness, image, or photo (collectively, “image”), without compensation, for broadcast, or exhibition in any medium, and to put the finished pictures/recordings to any legitimate use without limitation or reservation.
Children’s Discovery Depot
Please Note: The Children’s Discovery Depot may be unavailable during special events such as The Polar Express™, The Great Pumpkin Train, private celebrations, and more. To ensure availability during your visit, we recommend checking in advance by calling us at (920) 437-7623. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to the National Railroad Museum!
What to Bring
- Comfy Shoes: There is a lot to explore inside and outside of the National Railroad Museum!
- Your camera or smartphone: Make sure to share your favorite scenes or trains with loved ones (or us)!
- Snacks or a Picnic: There are numerous great picnic spots at the Museum!
- Dress for the weather: We have exhibits inside and outside so make sure you’re dressed appropriately! If the forecast calls for a warm day, remember your water and sunscreen!
What to Leave at Home
- Carry-in alcoholic beverages: Only licensed vendors may sell or serve drinks on the premises
- Nicotine products and vapes: We are a smoke and vape-free environment
- Weapons: Firearms are not allowed on the National Railroad Musem property
- Pets: We gladly welcome your service animals to the Museum but please leave Emotional Support Animals and pets at home!
Contact Us
Ticket Desk: (920) 437-7623 or info@nationalrrmuseum.org
