Past Events from September 9, 2022 – September 24, 2022 – Page 2 – Northern Central Railway of York

Ride along the same route that carried President Lincoln from Washington, DC to Gettysburg, PA, where he delivered one of the greatest speeches in American History!

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Old McDonald Special 6:00 PM

Start your weekend with a roundtrip ride from New Freedom to Railroad while enjoying a sweet treat provided by Old McDonald Farm Stand. At the end of the ride, the train will pull up to the High Street crossing to […]

Hanover Junction Flyer – 11:00 AM

Calling all steam fans! Our William H. Simpson engine, an authentic replica of an 1863 locomotive, will take you back in time to the 1860s when President Abraham Lincoln rode these tracks on his way to Gettysburg to deliver the […]

Glen Rock Express with No. 17 – 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM

All Aboard to Celebrate Our Heroes! First Responders (police, fire, EMT, paramedic) ride free! Join us as we celebrate the service of our First Responders! Enjoy a scenic excursion through the beautiful countryside of York County along the historic Northern […]

Hanover Junction Flyer – 10:00 AM

Outside your window is the beautiful Heritage Rail Trail County Park and southern York County countryside on this trip to Hanover Junction. Our historic PRR GP9 Diesel Locomotive built in 1959 will take you back in time to the 1860s […]

Bike Aboard- 12:00PM & 2:00 PM

Our newly restored gondola car is ready for all you cyclists on the Heritage Rail Trail! Purchase a one-way ticket that allows you to split your journey between the train and your bike. Depart from New Freedom for a northbound train […]

Howard Tunnel Special – 12:00 PM

Join us for a gorgeous 30-mile round trip behind GP9 #6076 winding through the Historic Codorus Valley with a brief stop at the Howard Tunnel to stretch your legs. The leaves are down so you’ll be provided with unique views […]

Meddling Kid’s Special -1:00 PM

Like, zoinks guys! Don’t be a scaredy cat (or dog) and climb aboard for a special trip. You will meet your favorite meddling kids and their big brown dog on this family-friendly adventure. Allow extra time after the train returns […]

Hanover Junction Flyer – 2:30 PM

Outside your window is the beautiful Heritage Rail Trail County Park and southern York County countryside on this trip to Hanover Junction. Our historic PRR GP9 Diesel Locomotive built in 1959 will take you back in time to the 1860s […]

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