Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington, DE · 1 hour 25 minutes from Reading
Plan the day
The Wilmington & Western Railroad is a heritage railroad in Wilmington, DE, running excursion trains from Greenbank Station through the Red Clay Valley behind antique steam and diesel locomotives and a 1929 Doodlebug railcar.
Trains are pulled by one of the railroad's antique steam locomotives, a historic diesel or the 1929 Pennsylvania Railroad Doodlebug railcar, and most rides are 1 and a half hours round trip, some 2 and a half. The coaches and cabooses are heated in the cold months, which matters for the Santa Claus Special and Holiday Lights Express trains already booking for 2026. Food and drink can come aboard, and every coach has a restroom.
Before you go
Reservations are strongly encouraged for nearly all excursions; arrive 30 minutes before departure and pick up reserved tickets at least 15 minutes before. Food and drink are allowed on board. The wheelchair lift reaches the passenger cars and Parlor Car only, with 24 inch doorways. No pets, service animals only.
Coming up
The 2026 Santa Claus Special and Holiday Lights Express holiday trains are scheduled and open for booking; dates are on the booking page.
Checked October 8, 2026 on the official site. Hours, prices and seasons change, so confirm there before a long drive.
