State train ride guide
Train Rides Explorer lists 14 train rides in Missouri. Compare the practical details families need before planning a visit.
Arkansas & Missouri Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Springdale, AR, MO. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A scenic train ride through the Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas. The 4-hour round trip from Springdale offers vintage diesel excursions with stunning mountain views.
Arkansas and Missouri Railroad (Missouri segment) is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Monett, MO. The ride lasts 4 hours round trip, costs ~$40 for adults and ~$20 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Missouri portion of the Arkansas-Missouri Railroad through scenic countryside.
Belton, Grandview and Kansas City Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Belton, MO. The ride lasts 1 hour, costs ~$15 for adults and ~$10 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Family-friendly vintage train ride. Caboose and open-air cars. Themed runs throughout season.
Branson Scenic Railway is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Branson, MO. The ride lasts 1.75 hours, costs ~$35 for adults and ~$18 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Scenic ride through Ozark Mountains. Vintage diesel trains. Popular Polar Express holiday runs.
Delmar Loop Trolley is a toddler-friendly scenic and streetcar train ride in St. Louis, MO. The ride lasts ~20 min, costs ~$2 for adults and ~$1 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Vintage trolley on Delmar Boulevard connecting Loop to Forest Park. Limited operating days.
Dickerson Park Zoo Express (Springfield) is a toddler-friendly zoo ride in Springfield, MO. The ride lasts ~5-10 min, costs Included w/ zoo admission (~$16) for adults and Included w/ zoo admission (~$12 ages 3-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Small train ride at Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield. 70-acre zoo with 450+ animals including elephants, big cats, and primates. The train is popular with young children. Also has a children's petting zoo, carousel, and playground. Good family attraction in southwest Missouri.
Frisco Silver Dollar Line is a toddler-friendly steam ride in Silver Dollar City, MO. The ride lasts ~15 min, costs Included in park admission (~$75) for adults and Included in park admission (~$50) for children, and children under two ride FREE with park.
Steam train ride inside Silver Dollar City theme park. Short loop through Ozark scenery.
Kansas City Zoo Mini Train is a toddler-friendly zoo and miniature train ride in Kansas City, MO. The ride lasts ~10 min, costs Included w/ zoo admission (~$18) for adults and Included w/ zoo admission (~$15 ages 3-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Zebra-themed mini train at the Kansas City Zoo. Takes visitors around the main area with stops at World Gate and Australia exhibits. 200+ acre zoo with 1,700+ animals. Also has a children's zoo with splash play area and the Discovery Barn. Excellent family zoo in the Midwest.
Neil F. Norkaitis Demonstration Trolley Line is a toddler-friendly streetcar and museum train ride in St. Louis, MO. The ride lasts Short loop, costs Included with museum admission for adults and Included with museum admission for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Trolley rides at the National Museum of Transportation.
Southwest Missouri Electric Railway is a toddler-friendly streetcar ride in Webb City, MO. The ride lasts ~15 min, costs ~$3 for adults and ~$2 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Historic trolley line in King Jack Park, Webb City.
St. Louis Zoo Zooline Railroad is a toddler-friendly zoo ride in St. Louis, MO. The ride lasts ~20 min (1.5 miles), costs ~$8 per ride (zoo admission is FREE) for adults and ~$8 per ride for children, and children under two ride FREE.
One of the most famous zoo trains in America. The Zooline Railroad is a 1.5-mile narrated train that circles the St. Louis Zoo with multiple stops. FREE zoo admission (one of the few free major zoos). The train costs extra but well worth it. This world-class zoo has 17,000+ animals.
St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway is a toddler-friendly scenic and museum train ride in Jackson, MO. The ride lasts 1.5 hours, costs ~$20 for adults and ~$12 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Heritage railroad in southeast Missouri. Various themed excursions. Depot museum included.
Tommy G. Robertson Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in St. Louis, MO (Six Flags), MO. The ride lasts ~10 min, costs Included in park admission for adults and Included in park admission for children, and children under two ride FREE with park.
Park train at Six Flags St. Louis. C-18 steam outline locomotive.
Worlds of Fun Park Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Kansas City, MO. The ride lasts ~10 min, costs Included in park admission for adults and Included in park admission for children, and children under two ride FREE with park.
Scenic railway inside Worlds of Fun amusement park.
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