All aboard for a trip back in time. The Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway (ES&NA) runs restored early-1900s trains out of a beautifully preserved 1913 depot in downtown Eureka Springs, carrying passengers on scenic excursions — and popular lunch and dinner trains — through the wooded Ozark countryside. It’s a favorite with families, railfans, and anyone who loves a bit of living history.
About the Railway
Departing from the historic ES&NA Depot at 299 N Main Street, the railway operates vintage locomotives and classic passenger and dining cars. The standard excursion is a relaxed, narrated round trip through the hills around Eureka Springs — a great way to see the countryside and soak up the golden age of Ozark rail travel. The depot itself, with its gift shop and snack area, is worth a look even before you board.
Excursion & Dining Trains
- Scenic excursion rides — narrated round trips through the Ozark hills, typically running multiple times a day.
- Lunch train — a midday meal served in a restored dining car as the scenery rolls by.
- Dinner train — a multi-course evening experience and the railway’s signature outing (reservations recommended).
Season, Hours & Tickets
The railway runs seasonally, generally April through October, on select days (typically Tuesday through Saturday, plus some holiday Sundays), with the depot opening in the morning and trains departing on a set daily schedule. Because departure times, dining-train dates, and fares change by season, check the official ES&NA Railway website or call ahead before you go. Dining trains in particular sell out and require advance reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Eureka Springs train depart from?
Trains leave from the historic 1913 ES&NA Depot at 299 N Main St in downtown Eureka Springs.
Does the Eureka Springs railway have a dinner train?
Yes. In addition to standard scenic excursions, the ES&NA runs lunch and dinner trains with meals served in restored dining cars. Dinner trains require advance reservations.
What months is the ES&NA Railway open?
It operates seasonally, roughly April through October, on select days each week. Check the official website for the current schedule.
Location & Directions
- Address: 299 N Main St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
- Phone: (479) 253-9623
- Official site: esnarailway.com
- Season: Roughly April–October (select days)
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