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Swedesboro Local
SCENIC TRAIN RIDE
Swedesboro Local
Climb aboard Woodstown Central Railroad’s restored passenger train for a scenic journey along the historic Woodstown & Swedesboro Railroad. This family-friendly excursion travels through the South Jersey countryside as our crew shares stories of the railroad and the communities it has served for generations.
Photo credit: David Cooper
Photo credit: David Cooper
50-60 mins
Family Friendly
Select Weekends
From $26
902 & 903
Why you’ll love it
Step back in time aboard the Swedesboro Local, a relaxed narrated train ride along a railroad route first built in 1883. The approximately 14-mile journey offers a look at historic Woodstown and the surrounding South Jersey landscape while giving riders a taste of what passenger rail travel was like nearly a century ago.
- Ride aboard Woodstown Central Railroad’s historic passenger train
- Travel along the original Woodstown & Swedesboro Railroad route
- Cross scenic Memorial Lake and the Oldmans Creek Trestle
- Learn about local railroad history during the narrated journey
- Enjoy views of historic Woodstown and the South Jersey countryside
- A relaxed outing for families, friends, and train enthusiasts
- Experience approximately 14 miles of historic railroad in under an hour
plan your trip
- Arrive 20 to 30 mins early
- Free parking on site
- Restrooms available at station and onboard
- BYOB snacks welcome
- Not wheelchair accessible
event details
Dates:
August 8th, November 21st, December 26th
Train Departs:
12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, and 4:30pm
Location:
650 Alloway-Woodstown Rd, Woodstown, NJ 08098 Make a day of it
Turn your Swedesboro Local ride into an easy day out in Woodstown. Enjoy the scenic train journey, then spend some time exploring the small-town shops, local dining, farms, and family-friendly attractions that make this corner of South Jersey worth the trip. Whether you’re visiting with the kids, meeting up with friends, or simply looking for a relaxing day away, there’s plenty nearby to round out your visit.
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“We rode the scenic excursion on Thanksgiving weekend. The staff were wonderful, it was a great experience.”
Timothy B.
“What a great experience. We loved the train and so did our kids. We can’t wait to go again!”
Amanda S.
Hear from our riders
4.8 on Google
“We rode the scenic excursion on Thanksgiving weekend. The staff were wonderful, it was a great experience.”
Timothy B.
“What a great experience. We loved the train and so did our kids. We can’t wait to go again!”
Amanda S.
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frequently asked questions
Do all passengers need a ticket?
Yes, all passengers require a ticket. Children’s tickets are broken into two age groups. 4-12 (Child) and 0-3 (Toddler).
How long is the Swedesboro Local?
The Swedesboro Local is approximately a 50–60 minute round trip covering about 14 miles of historic railroad.
Is there a bathroom on the train
Yes, the train is equipped with restrooms. There is also a port-o-potty located at South Woodstown Station.
Are pets allowed on the train?
Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.
Do you operate during bad weather?
We make every attempt to operate in all weather conditions. Please plan accordingly in your travel times. However, during extreme condition, the railroad will cancel operations and notify our guests with as much advance notice as possible. These cancellation notices will be sent via email, listed on our homepage, and through all social media outlets.
Can I bring my own food and drinks
Non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are allowed on board. To prevent spilling, please make sure all drinks have a lid/cap.
Can I bring alcohol on the train
During the Brew to Brew trains, only Alcohol purchased at the Breweries is permitted onboard the train.