Ride the Train

Join the Adventure

Ride the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad aboard historic coaches through the Upper Snoqualmie Valley along 5.5 miles of the original 1880s Seattle, Lake Shore and Eastern Railway line.

Enjoy a 2-hour round trip excursion from either Snoqualmie Depot or North Bend Depot. Continue west to the top of Snoqualmie Falls, a sacred site of the Snoqualmie People, for a one-of-a-kind view of the scenic river valley. Then, head back through town for a 30-minute visit to the Railway History Campus and the Train Shed Exhibit Hall. Then, hop back on board to return to your starting depot to complete your round trip.

Purchase tickets online in advance. Members reserve tickets in advance by email or phone.

Excursions Begin at Two Locations

Historic Snoqualmie Depot
38625 SE King Street, Snoqualmie, WA 98065

North Bend Depot
205 E McClellan Street, North Bend, WA 98045

Winter Schedule

Saturdays, February-March

Summer Schedule

Saturdays and Sundays, April through September

Fall Schedule

Halloween Train last three Saturdays and Sundays in October
Steam Weekend first Saturday and Sunday in November
Saturday Diesel Excursions mid-month weekends in November
Santa Trains last weekend in November

Excursion Schedule

Departing Weekends

Board in North Bend or Snoqualmie. Round trip: approximately 2 hours.

North Bend Depot Departure Times
205 E McClellan Street, North Bend, WA 98045
10:30 AM
12:30 PM
2:30 PM

Snoqualmie Depot Departure Times
38625 SE King Street, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
3:00 PM

Children under the age of 2 are free. Passengers age 2 and up require a ticket.

Upcoming Events

Wine Train

Friday August 8 & Thursday August 28

Join the Northwest Railway Museum for Wine Train excursion featuring Snoqualmie Valley wineries, food, and scenic views! (21 and older only)

Snoqualmie Days

August 22 & 23

Come to historic downtown Snoqualmie for a train ride, then stick around for the city’s annual festival to celebrate the people and culture of the Snoqualmie Valley! Train rides are still only on Saturday & Sunday.

More information here.

Railway History Campus Tour

Saturdays beginning May 24 at 9:00

Join an educator-led experience at the Railway History Campus. Tour the Train Shed Exhibit Hall, the Conservation and Restoration Workshop, for a first-hand look at current restoration projects before boarding the train. The round-trip experience lasts approximately 3 hours. Intended for ages 13+.

Railway History Campus

Wednesdays – Mondays, 11:00 – 4:00

Tour the Museum’s exhibit hall located on Stone Quarry Road at the Railway History Campus. This 25,000 square-foot exhibit building features the museum’s main exhibits.

Train Excursions

Saturdays and Sundays

Enjoy a 2-hour round trip excursion from either Snoqualmie Depot or North Bend Depot. Includes admission to the Train Shed Exhibit Hall. Purchase tickets in advance.

Story Time

Story Time returns August 6th!

Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays at 11:00 at the Railway History Campus

Join us for a free experience for families with railfans of all ages. It includes 1-3 stories read in a casual atmosphere followed by a hands-on activity and time to tour the Train Shed.

No ticket purchases necessary!

Helpful Hints

Plan to arrive early for the best parking and downtown experience. Snoqualmie and North Bend have several exciting shops and dining options within walking distance of the depots.

Before boarding the train, please use the depot restrooms. There are no restrooms on the train.

Dress for the weather. Many artifacts and exhibits are outdoors, and historic train cars vary in climate control.

Eating or drinking is not permitted aboard historic train cars, however, water with a secure cap or lid is encouraged. You can also pack a lunch or snacks to enjoy at the picnic tables at the Railway History Campus.

Bring a camera! There are amazing views and fascinating artifacts along the way.

Accessibility

The Snoqualmie Valley Railroad is equipped with a chair lift to accommodate those who need accessibility assistance boarding the train. Please call ahead for additional accommodation questions or concerns. Our staff are committed to making railway history accessible to all.