Let the Adirondack Railroad help you discover the beauty of the Adirondacks by transporting you to Old Forge. The Utica to Old Forge Layover trip is truly unique experience and has several features that set it apart!
Travel through forests, over rivers and streams, spend a full afternoon in Old Forge enjoying the outdoors and visiting local shops and restaurants, and then let us take you home. Fun-filled outing for people of all ages! While you’re on the train, visit our café car and try the light and hearty fare as you ride the rails on the Adirondack Railroad!
One-way tickets may only be booked via phone. This is a Round Trip Train ride and transportation to and from Thendara Station is included in the ticket price.
Note: This is a Round Trip Train ride and transportation to and from Thendara Station is included in the ticket price. During your time in Old Forge we include transportation services which will have stops to area attractions and venues. Please be advised that there is NO wheelchair lift on the bus that shuttles you to and from Thendara Station.
DISCLAIMER: Schedules are adhered to as closely as possible, however the railroad reserves the right to alter schedules and itinerary, and substitute equipment as conditions demand.
Itinerary
Thursday’s
Departs from Utica: 9:30 am
Arrives in Old Forge: 11:30 -12:00pm
4.5 – 5 Hour Layover
Departs Thendara: 4:30 pm
Arrives in Utica: 6:30 pm
Saturday’s
Departs from Utica: 8:30 am
Arrives in Old Forge: 10:30 -11am
5.5-6 Hour Layover
Departs Old Forge: 4:45pm
Arrives in Utica: 6:45 pm
**On Saturday’s beginning July 11, 2026 we will depart at 8:30am**
Coach, and First Class are wheelchair accessible for standard size chairs. The maximum door opening width is 26 inches wide. Please make sure to measure your wheelchair before you make a reservation. Please be advised that we cannot accommodate wheelchairs in our Dome car. If you have any questions please contact the office toll-free at 1-800-819-2291.
Restrooms on the train are not wheelchair accessible, however there are wheelchair accessible restrooms in all of our stations.
What is there to do in Old Forge?
We recommend a visit to the Old Forge tourism website, www.oldforgeny.com or www.experienceoldforge.com for local attractions. There is plenty to see and do!
Can we ride the train up one day, spend the night, and then come back on the train at a later date?
Absolutely! To schedule this, you must book two One Way trips. Please contact the ticket office to book: (315) 724-0700.
How do we get to Old Forge?
The Adirondack Railroad provides a shuttle bus service that will drop passengers off in downtown Old Forge and local attractions. The shuttle bus service is available for the duration of your layover. The shuttle does NOT have a wheelchair lift.
Will the train be hot/cold?
The train is climate controlled, so you should be comfortable. In the summer, there will be an open-air car on the end of the train so you can feel the breeze if the weather is nice!
Is there food on the train?
Our train is equipped with a café car and concessions are available for purchase. Passengers are welcome to bring a small cooler with food and beverages for the day but are not permitted to bring alcohol on the train. Beer and wine are available for purchase in the café car.
Can we switch days?
Reservations may only be switched to a different day, subject to availability. Please be advised that many of our trips do sell out.
Standard seating within our coach class cars.
Passengers enjoy table seating, with a dedicated passenger car attendant. A northbound continental breakfast, southbound hors d'oeuvre, as well as a nonalcoholic beverage service are included with each ticket. Menu selection is provided while booking. Gratuity included in ticket price.
Enjoy lounge style seating, with the most legroom in the lower level of our new dome car. A northbound continental breakfast, southbound hors d'oeuvre, as well as a nonalcoholic beverage service are included with each ticket. Each customer over the age of twenty-one will receive a free alcoholic beverage. Menu selection is provided while booking. ** This class is NOT handicap accessible* Gratuity included in ticket price.
See the Adirondacks like never before. Sit in the upper level of our dome car with a 360° view of the beautiful landscapes that pass by. A northbound continental breakfast, southbound hors d'oeuvre, as well as a nonalcoholic beverage service are included with each ticket. Each customer over the age of twenty-one will receive a free alcoholic beverage. Menu selection is provided while booking.** This class is NOT handicap accessible** Gratuity included in ticket price.
