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Woodstown Central Railroad
Easter Bunny Express
Hop aboard the Woodstown Central for the Easter Bunny Express! Embark on a springtime excursion aboard our beautifully decorated train as the Easter Bunny meets with every child. Our train will take you through the blossoming forests and fertile farmland of historic Salem County before reaching the Easter Bunny’s home at Fenwick Grove! There, guests will have 45-minutes to look for eggs and take in the scenic creekside views before returning home on the train.
Whats included: 60-minutre, 18-mile train ride, 45-minute stop at Fenwick Grove with activities and an Easter Egg Hunt. All children get a complimentary Easter basket!
Easter Bunny Express
Hop aboard the Woodstown Central for the Easter Bunny Express! Embark on a springtime excursion aboard our beautifully decorated train as the Easter Bunny meets with every child. There, guests will have 45-minutes to look for eggs and take in the scenic creekside views before returning home on the train.
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Groups & Private Charters
The Woodstown Central Railroad is one of the most unique venues in the greater Philadelphia area. With train cars dating back to the 1930s, your trip over this historic rail line (circa 1883) will be an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Contact us for more info!
Easter Bunny Express
Hop aboard the Woodstown Central Easter Bunny Express! Enjoy a scenic springtime train ride through Salem County as the Easter Bunny visits each child. Stop at Fenwick Grove for an egg hunt and activites with creekside views. A magical journey for all!
Film Festival Flyer
Hop aboard the Woodstown Central Film Festival Flyer: Mannington Photo Run! Enjoy an extended scenic ride through Salem County aboard a beautifully restored 1930s train, with special photo stops where guests can deboard and capture exciting train run-bys. A must for filmers, photographers, and railfans alike!
Dining in Motion: A Journey with a Meal
Climb aboard Woodstown Central’s 1930s train for a scenic dining experience through historic Woodstown. Enjoy a chef-prepared meal from The Quaker Baker, peaceful lakeside views, and stories of New Jersey rail travel on this adventure.
Brew to Brew
Gather some friends and travel the rails in style aboard our historic 1930s train car. This 11-mile round trip will take you through the countryside of southern New Jersey all while visiting two of our favorite local breweries – Swedesboro Brewing Co. and Farmers & Bankers Brewing.
Scenic Rambler
The Scenic Rambler is a 32-mile roundtrip across the entire Woodstown Central Railroad. This 2-hour journey winds through charming towns, lush forests, and open farmland, offering a picturesque ride through Woodstown, Swedesboro, and Salem.
Charcuterie BYOB
Experience first-class elegance aboard our restored 1930s table car. Bring your favorite BYOB and savor a charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, fruit, and baked goods from The Quaker Baker. Enjoy scenic views of forests, farmland, and wildlife en route to Mannington.
The Continental
Journey to Mannington through scenic forests, farmland, and wildlife aboard our luxurious 1930s table car. Savor a delightful breakfast from The Quaker Baker with fresh fruit, baked goods, and beverages like coffee, tea, and juice. BYOB. Food may contain nuts.
Swedesboro Local
Climb aboard our faithfully restored 1930s passenger train for a 50-minute excursion along an original rail line dating back to 1883. Experience the South Jersey countryside. Great for families, friends, and explorers.
Mannington Limited
Experience the Mannington Limited, a unique 17.5-mile roundtrip on our historic railroad between Woodstown and Mannington. Journey through Salem County’s inaugural 1863 railway, surrounded by scenic forests and picturesque New Jersey farmland, aboard our faithfully restored 1930s train.
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The Reviews are In!
2023 Best of Salem County Winner – Best Local Recreation Destination
We are honored to have been voted the 2023 Best Recreation Destination in Salem County, NJ! This past year has been a whirlwind for us, from launching Excursions, restoring historic railcars (and locomotives!) and beginning plans for our new property.
But the highlight of our year has been meeting our guests and getting to know our community and local business partners better than ever!
It is with this we would like to not only say thank you for this award, but also congratulations to all of the runner-ups in all categories. Salem County has some of the best businesses, services, and events around and we are honored and humbled to be in your company!

Amazing for all ages!
I love the whole train experience, whether riding or watching it go through town! You have created such an amazing experience for people of all ages!
Shirley S.
CEO

A Must for Train Enthusiasts
Excellent scenic rides and brew to brew tours through Salem County, NJ. This is a must for train enthusiasts!
Cindy E.
CEO

Our Kids Loved it!
What a great experience. We loved the train and so did our kids. We can’t wait to go again!
Amanda S.
CEO

Great for the family!
We rode the scenic excursion on Thanksgiving weekend. The staff were wonderful, it was a great experience. We are thrilled that they will be having more events in the spring. Thanks for coming to Salem County!
Timothy B.

Will Definitely do it Again
The brew to brew was so much fun! train ride was great! everyone was so nice. Will definitely do it again.
Cindy T.

A Wonderful Day!
A wonderful day! Friendly, experienced, and a unique experience. I highly recommend!!
Tracy B.

Everyone was so Friendly
We rode the Woodstown Central Railroad this afternoon and had a great time! Everyone was so friendly and the train was absolutely beautiful! The workmanship in the restoration was so impressive. We’ll definitely take a ride again!! Definitely a good experience! Highly recommend!
Sandy L.

Great Experience!
Great experience! Comfortable ride, courteous staff, beautifully restored engine and caboose!
Diane F.
A Look Back into Our History
Explore the history of Woodstown Central Railroad, our rail lines, and the impact it made to our area.
Cover Photo: A West Jersey Railroad passenger train bound for Salem, 1914. Raymond Storey collection.
Woodstown Central’s Impact
Woodstown Central Railroad actively supports local organizations by providing charitable activities and events, fostering a culture of compassion and social responsibility. Through our unwavering commitment, we aim to make a positive impact in the community and contribute to various causes that align with our values.

