Arkansas & Missouri Train to Van Buren from Springdale

Take an excursion on Arkansas & Missouri Railroad and enjoy a journey that you will remember for a lifetime. This 134-mile round trip is an 8-hour scenic tour through the Boston Mountains that includes a two and a half hour stay in Historical Van Buren, where you can enjoy shopping at over 80 stores and dine at several fine restaurants.

'A Window Seat to History' -- an opportunity to travel in the style of a bygone era. You can still enjoy the leisurely elegance of real train travel through the mountains and valleys of Northwest Arkansas. Over trestles with views for miles and through a quarter mile tunnel, your journey will take you all the way to the top of the scenic Boston Mountains and into the historic Arkansas River Basin. The Arkansas and Missouri Railroad is one of the few commercial lines left in the United States that operates both freight and passenger service. All of our passengers travel the regular working rails in refurbished antique passenger or parlor coaches.

PLEASE NOTE:
~ ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE TRAIN DEPARTURE TIME.
~ THIS TRIP DEPARTS FROM SPRINGDALE, ARKANSAS - 93 MILES FROM BRANSON, MISSOURI.

Ride back to the Golden Age of Travel in beautifully restored turn-of-the-century passenger cars with elegant inlaid mahogany interior or a 1950s-era parlor car. Each excursion train is staffed with knowledgeable passenger conductors to provide a nostalgic touch and historical commentary -- a treat for the beginning and seasoned rail traveler alike. There is rich, relaxing history all along the way.

EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS:

- Rich history commentary as you ride.
- Travel through the Boston Mountains.
- Views from three high trestles over 100 feet from the ground.
- Burrow through the 1,702-foot Winslow Tunnel.
- Concessions available.
- Hillybilly lunch available.

CLASSES OF SERVICE AVAILABLE:

This excursion is available in Coach Class, Club Class or First Class. The Coach Class has seating in 1917 - 1920's Vintage Pullman coach, which has a velvet bench style seating with mahogany inlay. It includes the train ride only, with snacks available for purchase. The Club Class also has seating in 1917 - 1920"s Vintage Pullman coach, which has velvet bench style seating with mahogany inlay. The Club Class includes train ride, snack and beverage service, and a souvenir photo. First Class has seatng in a 1950's Vintage Palor Car, the "Explorer", which is the A&M's most exquisite car in the fleet. Seating includes table and chair or lounge seating. The First Class includes train ride, snack and beverage service, and a souvenir photo. Please choose the appropriate order for the class of service that appeals to you.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Distance: 134 mile Round trip
Boards: 7:45 am in Springdale, Arkansas
Departs: 8:00 am
Destination: Van Buren, Arkansas
Includes: Scenic tour with history and 2 1/2 hour layover for lunch and shopping.
Estimated Return time: 4:30 pm

SEE HISTORIC VAN BUREN:

Often featured in movies and television filming, Van Buren, Arkansas offers shopping and dining adventures for the young, and young at heart. Our Springdale to Van Buren excursion includes about a 2 1/2 to 3 hour stay in this historic town for lunch and shopping. While guests from Springdale enjoy Van Buren the train reboards passengers from Van Buren for a three hour journey back over the Mountain.

Children ages 4-12 qualify for the child rate. Children under 4 are free (when riding in an adult's lap). PLEASE NOTE: ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE TRAIN DEPARTURE TIME. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-801-9644.