Travel back through time aboard the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad with our 1916 Baldwin 2?8?0, Mountain Thunder, or our restored diesel engine. You?ll climb through the spectacular scenery of the Allegheny Mountains. A narrator will be aboard to provide you with information about the scenery, history, and culture along your route.

Regular Scenic Excursions depart at 11:30 AM from the Western Maryland Station in Cumberland, Maryland. The train returns to the Station at approximately 3:00 PM. There will be a 1 1/2 hour layover in Frostburg where you may enjoy lunch, watch us turn the engine on a turntable, investigate the shops and restaurants on Frostburg?s Main Street, and visit the Thrasher Carriage Museum.

You will be seated in one of our restored coaches. Most coach seats are located by large windows and seat two on either side of the aisle. Seating in the coaches for individuals is not reserved; it is on a first come, first served basis. Aboard the train there is a gift shop and snack car.

Reservations are recommended as trains can sell out. Please plan to arrive by 10:45 AM to pick up your tickets at the Ticket Office located on the second floor of the Station. You will also be given instructions on when and where to board.

For our guests that enjoy biking, you may choose to take along your bike for a small fee and ride one way on the train and take advantage of the Allegheny Highland Bike Trail.  Call for additional information and to place your reservations.

FIRST CLASS SEATING OPTIONS

First Class seating is available on Saturdays and occasional Sundays at 11:30 AM on the scenic excursions only. Advanced reservation with a minimum of 5 days notice is required.

First Class passengers are seated at reserved tables in our restored dining cars or cafe car. Lunch is served aboard the train during the trip to Frostburg. Dessert and coffee are served during the return trip to Cumberland. Passengers will be given a choice of entrees at the time the reservation is made.  All menu selections must be made at this time. Changes can be made to the menu selections until five days prior to departure time. Cancellations must be made at least five days prior to the departure date for full credit which can be used for up to one year. Cancellations within five days will be given credit for the cost of the ticket only which can be used for up to one year. Food costs cannot be credited due to commitments already in place.

For special occasions you can order a cake, balloons or flowers to be placed on your table with a 5 day notice. Ask for more information when placing your reservation.

Please plan to arrive by 10:45 AM to pick up your tickets at the Ticket Office located on the second floor of the Station. You will also be given instructions on when and where to board.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

The best way to reach the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad after exiting I-68 is through the Canal Place entrance at the intersection of Harrison Street and South Mechanic Street. The gated parking lot at Canal Place has limited free parking for train riders with a token available from the WMSR ticket desk. Additional limited free parking is available under I-68, directly in front of the Shops at Canal Place. Exit Canal Place at the traffic light ( intersection of Harrison Street and South Mechanic Street ) and turn right onto Mechanic St.  Take the first right onto Howard St. and the parking lot entrance will be on the right.  On the weekends, additional parking is available at the Cumberland Times News parking lot which is next to the Canal Place parking lot in front of the station.

CONTACT US:  trainmaster@wmsr.com , 1-800-TRAIN-50