New England Rail Routes

A trip to New Hampshire is incomplete without riding the Mount Washington Cog Railway, which climbs to the summit of the Northeast’s highest peak. Train fans can also book a ride on the Conway Scenic Railroad, known for its vintage passenger cars and sweeping views of the Mount Washington area.

Train travel is a great way to explore Burlington, Vermont with Amtrak running daily services from New York City aboard the Ethan Allen Express. After arriving, visitors can wander the 100-plus shops and restaurants of Church Street Marketplace and explore the lakeshore. For dinner, the Champlain Valley Dinner Train, which serves gourmet cuisine amid classic Vermont landscapes is a classic railway experience.  

The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2.5-hour trip through the Connecticut River Valley via steam locomotive and Mississippi-style riverboat offers a unique experience. A steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches on a narrated round-trip through some beautiful New England towns.