First Class offers more comfortable, cloth-covered seats with greater legroom, air conditioning, and guaranteed tour guide service. Coach seats are padded, vinyl-covered, bench-style (similar to school bus seats), and tour guide service is dependent on volunteer availability. History is given via the overhead PA System (no history is given during certain Special Events. Ex: Peter Cottontail, Santa). Both classes are enclosed, but passengers can access the Open Gondola car (subject to availability). First Class ticket holders also enjoy priority boarding.

Advance reservations are required for Murder Mystery Dinners, Wine Tastings and Taps on Tracks. We strongly suggest advance reservations for other Special Events (Santa Trains, etc) and for October Fall Foliage as these typically sell out. For all other ride tickets can be purchased the day of, but seating is not guaranteed. To guarantee your seat, purchase tickets in advance by calling: 814-676-1733 Monday-Friday, 9 am – 4 pm, (Monday-Friday, 9 am – 3 pm November-April). Payment is made when you make your reservation, and we accept all major credit cards. If you need to pay by a check or money order, we can assist you with that as well when you make your reservation.

Beware of scams: We do not sell e-tickets.

We have a strict ‘no refund’ policy. Your tickets can, however, be transferred to a different date within 1 year from the original ticket date, depending on availability for that date. Ticket Holders need to call 814-676-1733 to schedule the transfer. If you do not contact us within 48 hours prior to departure, your reservation will be counted as a ‘no-show’ and will not be eligible for transfer to a future date. Handling fees are non-refundable.

Yes, Gift Certificate purchases can be made by calling our office, Monday-Friday 9 am to 4 pm (May-October), or 9 am to 3 pm during the off-season (November-April) at 814-676-1733. Gift certificates can be purchased in any dollar amount and are available for both the train rides and for overnight stays at The Caboose Motel. We accept all major credit cards.

Boarding is at our main station, Perry Street Station, which has our Museum, Gift Shop and Concession area, located at 409 S Perry Street, Titusville, PA 16354. Note: the train does not depart from Oil City.

More info and maps on our Find Us page. Our excursions take you through Oil Creek State Park to our Rynd Farm Station (southernmost point of the park) and back. Click here for maps of their park on their website. Arrangements can be made to board at Drake Well or Petroleum Centre for one-way trips. Call for details.

Click for Regular Season or Special Events for dates, times and pricing. There is a $6 handling fee per order.

Please arrive on time:
Regular Rides – 45 minutes before departure
Special Events and October – 1 hour before departure

Train departures are prompt. Boarding gates close 5 minutes before departure. Round-trip excursions: 3 hours, with a short stop at Rynd Farm Station (where Ice Cream Novelties are available for purchase June through October).

Perry Street Station, including the Gift Shop and Museum, is open only on days we have train rides. Hours vary: typically we open by 9 AM for 11 AM rides, 10 AM for 1 PM rides (like Santa Trains), and 8 AM for 10 AM October weekend rides. We accept cash or cards for tickets and souvenirs. Station closes approximately a half hour to 45 minutes after the train returns, or until every guest as exited the building. Call 814-676-1733 for more info.

Group Rates for 20 or more for regular rides: $35 for First Class (all ages); and $16 (adults) and $11 (kids 2 to 12) for Coach.

There are no group rates for our Special Events. Any bus or tour group making advance reservations for any Special Event, or First Class for the October Fall Foliage rides, there is a 30% nonrefundable down payment required.

Final count and payment for all group reservations must be made at least 4 weeks prior to departure and payment needs to be made in a single lump sum. Call our office at 814-676-1733 for more details.

Depending on the date, we can provide you with a cost quote for a single car or an entire train, as well as Perry Street Station rentals. Please call our office at 814-676-1733, and we will be happy to furnish a quote. Car rentals are not available for Special Events or in October, and depend on availability.

Yes, for an additional $5 per bike, bike trailer (for the little ones), canoe or kayak you can bring them aboard and ride one way, and then hike, bike, canoe or kayak back to your vehicle. One way tickets are $13/adults and $11/kids (ages 2-12). Please contact the Oil Creek State Park for information regarding creek conditions and info on their paved hike/bike trail. Click here for more info. You can view a map of their park by visiting their website. Not permitted during Special Events or October due to space limitations.

Please Note: Petroleum Centre bridge in Oil Creek State Park is now open to pedestrian and bicycle traffic.

Our First Class car and Coach cars are all enclosed. We do have an open air gondola car – weather permitting, passengers are welcome to spend time there once the conductor has given the ‘OKAY’ to walk about the train. Please be careful when moving in between cars, as the cars can be subject to sudden jerks. All children must be accompanied by an adult when moving through the train. Please Note: Open Air and First Class cars subject to availability.

No, specific seats are not reserved on the train, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have a group, plan to arrive at least one hour prior to departure to board together if you would like to sit together, or at least near each other.

For Murder Mystery Dinners, you will receive a table assignment and a train car assignment when you pick up your ticket(s) the night of the event.

Yes, cars on the train each have a restroom. There are also restrooms at Perry Street Station and Rynd Farm Station.

The train travels at about 10 to 12 mph, allowing ample time to enjoy the scenery of Oil Creek State Park.

Our Railway Post Office car has snacks and beverages, including popcorn, candy, chips, pop, water, etc. There is a concession area at Perry Street Station. Ice cream novelties and soft drinks are available at our Rynd Farm Station (the halfway point, open June through October only). Please note: During Special Event rides and in October, concessions on the train will go quickly as we typically have 400 to 500 passengers and we simply do not have the space to hold enough food on the train for that many people. You are welcome to bring your own – see below. While we do accept credit and debit cards at most locations, cash is always appreciated. Please note that we do not have an ATM on-site, but there are ATMs nearby at the GetGo and Sheetz gas stations.

You can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Anything that is going to take up space and could cause any safety issues, such as hard-sided coolers, picnic baskets and large bags will not be permitted onboard. No glass bottles/containers. All carry-on items must be small enough to stay on your lap. You can also order box lunches at least 2 weeks in advance to eat on the train. Call us at 814-676-1733 for more details.

We do allow dogs on the train in Coach for a $5.00 fee. An ‘On-Train Pet Policy’ waiver must be signed, and someone must stay with the dog at your seat; you cannot walk about the train with your dog. Pets are not permitted for any of our Special Events or in October due to space limitations. Per Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service animals are not considered pets and are permitted in all areas where customers are allowed without a fee. Service animals are animals trained to perform a specific task for the benefit of a person with a disability.

Yes, once the conductor gives the ok, passengers are welcome to move from car to car. For everyone’s safety, please take care when walking between cars, as the train can shift unexpectedly. Children should stay with an adult while moving through the train. Please avoid running, and we recommend wearing closed-toe shoes.

We invite you to check out our Open Gondola car (subject to availability) for a great view of the valley. And be sure to visit our Railway Post Office car to mail a postcard right from the train, or to grab something to eat or drink.

Smoking is not permitted on any train ride or in any of our buildings at any time. We ask that you smoke at least 20 feet from our buildings and platforms.

Strollers, car seats and child backpack carriers are not permitted to be in use on the train as they can pose a safety concern. During the ride, strollers and carriers can be stored on the train for your use at the halfway point, Rynd Farm, if needed.

Yes, parking is free in our lot, located right next to Perry Street Station and the Caboose Motel. We have a limited number of handicap-accessible spaces, so please arrive early and ensure your placard is visible. During busier runs, overflow parking lots will be used, and our parking attendants will be on-site to direct guests.

Because of the antique nature of our passenger cars, we are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. However, we do have ramps at our stations, and our boarding platforms are level with the train to make boarding easier for those with mobility concerns. Our staff will be happy to provide assistance whenever possible to help make your visit more comfortable.

Limited heat is now available on the train in both Coach and First Class, and in our Perry Street Station. However, we always recommend dressing for the weather. Air conditioning is available on the First Class car only.

Yes, you can mail letters and postcards right on the train! Visit our Railway Post Office Car – the only one still in operation in the USA. We sell postcards and stamps both in the station and on the train, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Each piece of mail receives our official USPS OC&T hand stamp!

Please note: Once the mail is handed over to the postal service, we no longer have control over it, and any issues thereafter are the responsibility of USPS.

We suggest wearing shoes that are not open-toed. Even if you think those sandals or flip-flops are super cute, they are not appropriate for wearing on a train.

The Oil Creek Railway Historical Society, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and invites you to participate as a member. Memberships provide funding for maintenance programs to continue with the updating of equipment and promotion of programs to inform and educate the public on railroading history, economic development of rail freight distribution and its role in the petroleum industry. Click Volunteer Form and Social Member Form to download pdf for more information.