Day trips are the best way to spend a weekend in Ohio. Most people don’t realize that you can take day trips in Ohio via train as well. From scenic railways to dinner trains, Ohio features several train rides you and your friends and family will love. The following are six incredible Ohio day trips you can take via the railroad. They’re some of the best train rides in Ohio.

1. Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad (Lebanon)
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16 E South St, Lebanon, OH 45036, USA
Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad/Facebook
The LM&M Railroad features scenic train rides through Southwestern Ohio in Warren County, departing from historic downtown Lebanon. The train runs on most weekends throughout the year and on select weekdays. You can also take several seasonal and holiday train rides. These are some of the best train rides in the state. To view a current schedule of trains and for more information, visit the LM&M website.

Check out this short video by @lebanonmasonmonroerailroad7609:
2. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (Peninsula)
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1630 Mill St W, Peninsula, OH 44264, USA
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Enjoy a variety of seasonal excursions via the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad like a lovely scenic ride through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park throughout the year. But no matter which train excursion you take, it'll be one of the best Ohio train rides. For more information, visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's website.
3. Orrville Railroad Heritage Society (Orrville)
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145 Depot St, Orrville, OH 44667, USA
Orrville Railroad Heritage Society /Facebook
The Orrville Railroad Heritage Society features several train ride excursions and events open to the general public such as Speeder Rides, Halloween Rides, Santa Trains, and more. To learn more about when the train will run this year, visit the Orrville Railroad Heritage Society's website.

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4. Ohio Railway Museum (Worthington)
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990 Proprietors Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA
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This railroad, train station, and museum reopens for the season every May and features an impressive collection of more than 30 pieces. Beginning in May, the museum offers round-trip demonstration rides on some of the streetcars and interurbans. The museum also features several holiday and seasonal rides, such as the popular Ghost Trolley. For more information, visit the Ohio Railway Museum's website.

5. Lorain and West Virginia Railway (Wellington)
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46789 OH-18, Wellington, OH 44090, USA
Lorain & West Virginia Railway/Facebook
The Lorain and West Virginia Railway features several tours and other special events each year such as Wine on Rails and the Santa train rides. To learn more about what this railway will offer this year, visit the L&WV Railway website. They offer so many fun train rides in Ohio.
6. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway (Nelsonville)
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33 E Canal St, Nelsonville, OH 45764, USA
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Facebook
Operating train rides through the Hocking River Valley between East Logan and Nelsonville, this scenic railway features several holiday and seasonal events as well. Trains also operate every Saturday and Sunday between Memorial Day and the last weekend of October. For more information, visit the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway website.

Take a look at this video by @talesofsoutheasternohio6207:

Did you know about these train rides in Ohio? Have you taken any of them before? If so, let us know what your experience was like along with some of your favorite Ohio day trips!

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Best Train Rides in Ohio

April Dray | June 21, 2019

What are the best scenic train rides in Ohio?

The best scenic train rides in Ohio include:

  • Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad train ride through a national park.
  • The fall season is a particularly beautiful time to take a train ride in Ohio. Several railroads in Ohio feature fall train rides, such as the Lorain and West Virginia Railway Fall Color Tour and the Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad Fall Flyer.

 

What are the best family-friendly train rides in Ohio?

The best family-friendly train rides in Ohio include plenty of seasonal and holiday-themed train rides are some of the best train rides for families.

  • The Polar Express at the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
  • Santa Train at Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
  • Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Pumpkin Train
  • Ohio Railway Museum Ghost Trolley. (The ghost trolley is not too scary for young children.)

 

These seasonal train rides tend to sell out fast, however, so be sure to purchase tickets well in advance. 

 

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