Q: How long is the train ride?
A: its 35-40 minutes long round trip.
Q: What if I never received an email for my tickets?
A: You will pick up your actual ticket at the depot. All you need is your receipt.
Q: Do you run in the rain?
A: Yes we do run in the rain. The cars are covered and the train only goes about 3 miles per hour, although if there is a torrential downpour or dangerous lighting we will either cancel or we may delay departure.
Q: Are you pet friendly?
A: Yes we are pet friendly, we just ask that you control them at all times.
Q: Can we bring food and drinks on the train?
A: Yes you are more than welcome to bring your own food or beverages. (no alcoholic beverages allowed)
Q: Are you handicap accessible?
A: Yes we have a ramp for wheelchairs. If you will be needing this just let us know and we will have it available.
Q: Things for kids to do at the depot?
A: There are Christmas coloring sheets and movies for the kids in our patio area.
Q: How early do I need to get my tickets?
A: You will want to have your tickets picked up no later than 30 minutes before your departure time.
Q: What should I bring if I am riding in the open coach?
A: The seats are metal so you will want to bring something to sit on. Blankets are also a good idea if it’s going to be cold out.
Q: Can I reschedule?
A: If a situation arises that you need to reschedule call as soon as you can so we can get you moved. (depends on availability)
Q: Seating?
A: Seating is assigned in the First Class car only. Open coach is first come, first served.
New Year’s Express Train
Press Release
November 19, 2018
For more information, contact
866-398-2038, info@jeffersonrailway.com
www.jeffersonrailway.com
Media Contact: Melissa Moit, Manager, 903-742-2041
New Year’s Express Train – Jefferson, Texas
Blast into the New Year aboard the New Year’s Express Train at Historic Jefferson Railway. Come along for a ride on an antique gas-powered train, for a narrated day trip along the beautiful Big Cypress Bayou. Enjoy a few vignettes along the way and hear about New Year’s traditions and customs around the world. The decorated depot captures the holiday spirit. Limited seating so get your tickets now.
Patrons will receive beverages, hats and noisemakers at the depot. Each train will include a simulation of the New Year’s Eve Ball dropping in Times Square followed by a fantastic show of five cannons firing dramatic “dragon’s breath.”
The beautiful enclosed first-class car offers a warmer experience while the open-canopied observation coach cars provide an excellent view of the ride along the river. If you are riding Coach Class, be sure to dress warmly and bring a blanket.
This ride is a narrated day trip that will give you stunning views of the wetlands, wildlife and Big Cypress Bayou as you share family time hearing about scenes of New Years along the track.
Historic Jefferson Railway is also running the Christmas Express, a narrated day train, on November 23 and 24; and each Saturday in December at 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm.
Ticket Prices: First Class $15 plus tax, lap children are free; Coach Class: $12 plus tax, children under six are free. New Year’s Express Trains depart December 29 at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are available on-line at www.jeffersonrailway.com or call 866-398-2038.
Jefferson is nestled deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas and seems frozen in time. It is a charming town and an elegant reminder of a bygone era. The downtown area will be aglow with lights and greenery during the holiday season. There are over a hundred buildings in the city with historical markers. Many historic homes offer bed and breakfast accommodations. Dozens of other historic buildings house museums, craft and antique shops and restaurants.
Christmas and New Years are holidays celebrated around the Globe. Come make Jefferson a part of your holiday festivities.
Depot opens at 11:00 each day of the event
Christmas Express
Friday, November 23, 2018
Saturday November 24, December 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2018
12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
New Year’s Express
Saturday, December 29, 2018
12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
$15, First Class Enclosed Coach, plus applicable sales tax, lap children are free
$12, Open Coach, plus applicable sales tax, children under 6 are free
Christmas Express aboard Antique Train
November 21, 2018
For general information, contact
866-398-2038
info@JeffersonRailway.com
www.JeffersonRailway.com
For general information, contact
866-398-2038
info@JeffersonRailway.com
www.JeffersonRailway.com
Media Contact:
Melissa Moit, Manager
903-742-2041
info@JeffersonRailway.com
Melissa Moit, Manager
903-742-2041
info@JeffersonRailway.com
Christmas Express aboard Antique Train – Jefferson, Texas
Come take a ride on the Christmas Express, an antique gas-powered train, for a narrated day trip along the beautiful Big Cypress Bayou. Enjoy a few vignettes along the way and hear about Joyous Christmas Celebrations aboard the train that circles the Piney Woods. The decorated historic railroad depot captures the holiday spirit. Limited seating so get your tickets now.
The Christmas Express will run Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 23 and 24; and on Saturday December 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2018 at 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm.
Inclement weather? No worries, just book into the First-Class coach, offering a beautiful historic, warm, enclosed coach. The open-canopied observation cars provide an excellent view of the ride along the river. If you are riding in the open coaches, be sure to dress warmly and bring a blanket, depending on the weather.
The excursion will take you by a life-size nativity scene and the post card sent by soldiers during World War II, and other favorites: Support our Troops display, a whimsical Teddy Bear tree; and Charlie Brown’s forlorn little Christmas tree.
This ride is a narrated day trip that will give you stunning views of the wetlands, wildlife and Big Cypress Bayou as you share family time hearing about scenes of Christmas along the track.
Stay, play, dine, shop and explore Jefferson – a small historic town nestled deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Jefferson seems frozen in time and is an elegant reminder of a bygone era.
Christmas Express
$15, First Class Enclosed Coach, plus applicable sales tax, lap children are free
$12, Open Coach, plus applicable sales tax, children under 6 are free
Depot opens at 11:00 each day of the Event
November 23 & 24, 2018
December 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2018
Friday @ 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Saturday @ 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm
October Train Rides
GREAT NEWS!!!!!!! We will continue to run DAY TRAINS ONLY each Saturday throughout the month of October. Join us for a fun filled month. Each train (weather permitting) will stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for an alligator feeding. Depot opens at 11:00 am. Trains depart at 12:30, 2:30 and 4:30. Tickets are available by email at melissa@jeffersonrailway.com or by phone at 903-742-2041. Tickets will also be available online at www.jeffersonrailway.com. Fun things are happening in Jefferson, such as Art on The River Sept 29th, City wide rummage sale Oct 6th, The Burn Rally Oct 12-14th, 34th Norton Owners Bike Rally Oct 12-14th, Artisan Show in the Courtyard Oct 13, Bigfoot Conference Oct, 20th Annual Taste of Jefferson Oct 21st, Enoch’s Pumpkin Stomp Oct 27th and a city wide trick or treat event on Oct 27th. Come dressed in your favorite costume and bring extra buckets for lots of candy. We look forward to seeing you all. Please note that this IS NOT THE FRIGHT TRAIN, just our normal day train rides.