Short on time but craving mountain air? The "Durbin Days" Diesel Special delivers a compact, 1-hour loop of river views and vintage railcars departing from Durbin, West Virginia. Perfect for festival-goers and photographers looking for a scenic, low-effort outing.
Short on time but craving mountain air? The "Durbin Days" Diesel Special delivers a compact, 1-hour loop of river views and vintage railcars departing from Durbin, West Virginia. Perfect for festival-goers and photographers looking for a scenic, low-effort outing.
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Operated by Mountain Rail West Virginia · Durbin, West Virginia
easy.
Approx. 1 hour (roundtrip).
Minimal fitness required; suitable for most ages and activity levels who can manage a few boarding steps.
The departure is listed as 12363 Cass Rd, Cass WV 24297—arrive early to check in at the platform area.
Coach Car 835 contains a restroom; Caboose 90658 does not, and caboose riders remain aboard for the full trip.
Pets are not allowed on any excursions. Service animals required due to a disability are permitted.
Due to the historical nature of the cars, the "Durbin Days" Diesel Special is not wheelchair accessible; boarding requires climbing steps.
Dress in layers and bring rain protection—trains run rain, shine, or snow and temperatures can feel cool inside moving cars.
Coach Car 835 has bus-style, forward-facing assigned seats; caboose seating is unassigned and first-come once onboard.
The route runs on early Appalachian mountain rail lines associated with regional timber and community development; historical cars preserve that era’s feel.
Stay on designated platform areas and pack out trash; seasonal festivals increase foot traffic—respect vegetation and waterways near the tracks.
Mountain Rail West Virginia is a scenic and heritage rail operator based in Durbin, West Virginia. It offers a range of train excursions on the Cass Scenic Railroad and connecting routes that showcase Cheat Mountain, the Greenbrier River, and the Monongahela National Forest. Trips include steam-powered Shay locomotive runs, vintage diesel journeys, seasonal specials, themed events, and overnight caboose stays. Signature experiences include Bald Knob and Spruce mountain excursions, the Greenbrier Express and Greenbrier Express Winter Special (both Cass-to-Durbin roundtrips), and the New Tygart Flyer to High Falls of Cheat. Special events feature the Cass Parade of Steam Special, the Cass Christmas Train, the Ramps & Rails community event, the Wild West Special, and the Murder Mystery Wine Train. For photographers and logging history enthusiasts, Titans of Logging Photography Weekend provides focused access to iconic scenes. Overnight options include the Castaway Overnight Caboose stays with restored Wabash Railroad cabooses and river dropoffs at "End of Line" and "Hevener Station." Reservations are recommended for special events, seasonal trips, and overnight stays today.
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