State train ride guide
Train Rides Explorer lists 10 train rides in New Jersey. Compare the practical details families need before planning a visit.
Black River and Western Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Flemington, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A heritage railroad in Ringoes, New Jersey offering steam and diesel train rides through Hunterdon County farmland. Features historic equipment and seasonal events.
Cape May County Park & Zoo Train is a toddler-friendly zoo and miniature train ride in Cape May Court House, NJ. The ride lasts ~15-min loop, costs FREE zoo; ~$5 train ride for adults and FREE zoo; ~$4 train ride for children, and children under two ride FREE.
FREE zoo with 550+ animals — one of the best free zoos in the country. Miniature train ride loops through the zoo grounds. Also has a carousel and playground. Very budget-friendly. Combine with Cape May beach, lighthouse, or Wildwood boardwalk. Excellent for toddlers.
Cape May Seashore Lines is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Cape May, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A scenic train ride along the New Jersey coast from Cape May to Cold Spring. Offers vintage diesel excursions through coastal towns and salt marsh scenery.
Delaware River Rail Excursions is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Phillipsburg, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A scenic train ride along the Delaware River in New Jersey. Offers vintage excursions through historic river towns with views of the Delaware Water Gap.
New Jersey Museum of Transportation is a toddler-friendly scenic and museum train ride in Farmingdale, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A museum in Farmingdale, New Jersey featuring historic railroad equipment. Offers train rides on the Pine Creek Railroad through wooded New Jersey countryside.
Pine Creek Railroad (Allaire State Park) is a toddler-friendly steam and museum train ride in Farmingdale, NJ. The ride lasts ~15 min ride, costs ~$5–$7 for adults and ~$4–$6 (ages 2-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Historic narrow-gauge steam train at Allaire State Park. A 1-mile ride through pine barrens. Also has the Allaire Village living history museum (19th-century iron works). Picnic areas and playgrounds in the park. Combine with a visit to the historic village. Very family-friendly.
Six Flags Great Adventure Train (Fort Independence) is a toddler-friendly zoo ride in Jackson, NJ. The ride lasts ~15-20 min loop, costs Included w/ park admission (~$65) for adults and Included w/ park admission (~$50 ages 3-9) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Fort Independence is a train ride at Six Flags Great Adventure. Historic steam-style train circling the park. Also has an extensive kids area, Safari Off-Road Adventure (drive-through animal park), and Hurricane Harbor water park. One of NJ's premier family destinations.
Whippany Railway Museum is a toddler-friendly museum ride in Whippany, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A museum in Whippany, New Jersey featuring vintage locomotives and rolling stock. Offers seasonal train rides and special events.
Wildwood Boardwalk Tramcar is a toddler-friendly unique ride in Wildwood, NJ. The ride lasts ~30 min (2-mile boardwalk), costs ~$5–$7 per ride for adults and ~$4–$6 for children, and children under two ride FREE (lap child).
Classic open-air tramcar that runs the 2-mile Wildwood Boardwalk. Famous for the "Watch the tram car, please!" announcement. Affordable family fun. Combine with Morey's Piers amusement rides, water parks, and the beach. Boardwalk has arcades, mini golf, and classic shore food.
Woodstown Central Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Woodstown, NJ. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A heritage railroad in Woodstown, New Jersey offering scenic train rides through Salem County farmlands. Features vintage diesel equipment and seasonal excursions.
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