Missionary Ridge Local

65-minute - Experience Nostalgia and History on the Vintage Short Line Train Ride and Experience!

by Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum· Chattanooga, TN★ 4.8 · 19,508 reviews on google_reviews
From$16
Group sizeGroup discounts for 25+ people; charter options for groups of 50+

What to Expect

Step aboard for a 65-minute round trip from Grand Junction Depot and experience Chattanooga’s railroad history in motion. Cross four bridges and travel through the pre–Civil War Missionary Ridge Tunnel before a 25-minute stop at East Chattanooga. Watch a guided turntable demonstration, view the locomotive restoration shop, and enjoy family-friendly narration along the way. Your train ticket also includes same-day access to TVRM’s museum grounds and exhibit building—making it easy to extend your visit before or after the ride.

Includes

65-minute round-trip train ride from Grand Junction Depot to East Chattanooga and back
Passage through the pre–Civil War Missionary Ridge Tunnel
Crossings over four bridges with views
25-minute layover at the East Chattanooga yard
Guided demonstration of the turntable in operation
Access to view the locomotive restoration shop
Narrated tour with fun and educational commentary
Free parking at Grand Junction Depot

Restrictions

Not wheelchair accessible.
Not recommended for those with severe mobility issues.
Pets are generally not permitted, with the exception of service animals.

Duration

65 minutes

Address

4119 Cromwell Rd., Chattanooga, TN

Pricing

COACH_ADULT · Standard coach seating for adults ages 13 and older.$27.25
COACH_CHILD · Children ages 2–12 must be booked with an adult.$18.25
COACH_INFANT · Ages under 2 ride free on an adult's lap. No reserved seat.Free
COACH_FAM4 · Family 4 Pack includes 2 Adults + 2 Children. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.$77.25

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

All sales final; refunds only if Trip Protection purchased at checkout.

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