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Ride the Calera & Shelby RR Train

Ride the Calera & Shelby RR Train

Presented by Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum at Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

Take a trip back in time as you board vintage railroad coaches restored to their former glory! The Calera & Shelby Railroad runs on a portion of the former L&N Alabama Mineral Railroad, established in 1891.  Ride behind a first generation diesel-electric locomotive as you travel through the scenic forests of Shelby County. Upgrade to a caboose or locomotive ticket for a memorable experience and get an up close look at railroad operations!

The Calera & Shelby train ride lasts approximately 1 hour. Please arrive 1 hour prior to your departure time to pick up your tickets at the Calera Depot, use the restrooms at the Gift Shop and get in line at your boarding location. Make sure to visit the exhibits in our Depot Museum, our collection of railroad equipment in Clark Yard, our working Signal Garden, and our Gift Shop!

Admission Info

Adults ages 12 and up – $14.00
Child ages 2 through 11 – $10.00
Family Four Pack, Two adults & Two children – $40
Caboose – $25.00
Locomotive – $35.00

Note: Above prices include taxes but not convenience fee. $3.00/ticket purchased on web of $4.00/ticket if purchased through ticket call center at 205-757-8383.

Phone: 205-757-8383

Dates & Times

2017/03/18 - 2017/09/30

Additional time info:

Saturdays March 18th – September 30th, 2017 except during special events.
Departure Times: 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM

Location Info

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

1919 9th Street, Calera, AL 35040