State train ride guide
Train Rides Explorer lists 6 train rides in Nebraska. Compare the practical details families need before planning a visit.
Fremont and Elkhorn Valley Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Fremont, NE. The ride lasts 2 hours, costs ~$20 for adults and ~$12 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Scenic ride along the Elkhorn River. Vintage diesel trains. Service may be limited - check current status.
Lincoln Children's Zoo Express is a toddler-friendly zoo and miniature train ride in Lincoln, NE. The ride lasts ~5-10 min, costs Included w/ zoo admission (~$14) for adults and Included w/ zoo admission (~$12 ages 2-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Already in dataset. Also adding the Cottonwood Cove miniature train ride — a separate train at the nearby Pioneers Park Nature Center. Short miniature train ride through the park. FREE admission to the nature center. Great pairing with the Children's Zoo.
Nebraska Railroad Museum is a toddler-friendly museum ride in Fremont, NE. The ride lasts 1-2 hours, costs ~$12 for adults and ~$8 for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Museum with rolling stock exhibits. In transition to new permanent location.
Nebraska Railroad Museum (Fremont) is a toddler-friendly scenic and museum train ride in Fremont, NE. The ride lasts ~45 min ride, costs ~$12–$18 for adults and ~$8–$12 (ages 3-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Heritage railroad museum with excursion train rides from Fremont. Historic equipment and rolling stock. Themed rides include Pumpkin Patch Express and Santa Train. Museum is in the historic Fremont Depot. Family-friendly outing in eastern Nebraska.
Omaha Zoo Railroad is a toddler-friendly zoo ride in Omaha, NE. The ride lasts ~20 min, costs ~$7 (plus zoo admission) for adults and ~$5 (plus zoo admission) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Narrow-gauge train ride through Henry Doorly Zoo. Excellent for toddlers.
Omaha Zoo Railroad at Henry Doorly Zoo is a toddler-friendly scenic and zoo train ride in Omaha, NE. The ride lasts ~20 min loop, costs Included w/ zoo admission (~$25) for adults and Included w/ zoo admission (~$18 ages 3-11) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Full-gauge railroad that circles the Henry Doorly Zoo — one of the best zoos in the world. Zoo features the world's largest indoor desert, largest indoor rainforest, and massive aquarium. The train provides a narrated tour of the 175-acre zoo. Must-do for any Omaha visit.
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