Do all passengers need a ticket?

Yes. Every passenger requires a ticket; children are split into age groups (0–3 toddler, 4–12 child) as listed at booking.

Is there a bathroom on the train?

Yes. The train has onboard restrooms and a luxury restroom trailer is available at South Woodstown Station.

Are pets allowed on the train?

Only registered service animals are permitted aboard; pets are not allowed.

Is ice cream included with every ticket?

Yes. Each ticket for the Ice Cream Edition includes one 6oz serving of ice cream, custard, or water ice per ticketed guest as selected during booking.

Will the ride always include a sunset view?

Sunset timing varies by date and seat location; the ride often covers golden hour but clear sunset views are not guaranteed due to weather and route direction.

What if I have food allergies?

Guests with food allergies should review ingredient information before booking; the railroad cannot guarantee allergen-free products.

Sunset Limited: First-Class Ice Cream Rail Ride Through Woodstown, NJ

The Sunset Limited – First-Class & Ice Cream Edition departs from South Woodstown Station in Woodstown, New Jersey, and unfurls an 18-mile roundtrip across Salem County’s oldest rail corridor. Climb aboard an authentically restored 1930s Table Car called "Woodstown" and settle into mahogany booths and brass fixtures as the locomotive eases out onto track that dates to 1863. The line threads through pocket forests, broad working farmland, and long low horizons that make New Jersey feel unexpectedly open; this is an evening ride about light and place, not speed.

As the sun lowers, the car fills with the creak and hush of vintage rail travel and the small, delighted sounds of people sampling Cream Valley Custard — a Woodstown institution supplying each guest with a six-ounce cup of custard, ice cream, or water ice. The treat is part ceremony: choices are taken at booking and handed to your seat during a designated service, a simple pleasure against a backdrop of tilled fields, hedgerows, and scattered maple and oak stands. The ride’s rhythm and the changing sky make it especially photogenic; crews advise guests to bring cameras and to expect reflections on windows as light fades.

Highlights are straightforward: historic equipment in first-class comfort, pastoral views that shift from golden hour into sunset, and the sensory contrast of warm wood interiors and cold custard. Practical notes matter here — the operation runs on vintage rolling stock that does not meet current ADA standards, restrooms are available onboard and at the station, and engineers will sound horns at public grade crossings. Ice cream selections are fixed at booking, servings are limited, and all sales are final.

Why this matters to visitors: Woodstown Central Railroad offers one of New Jersey’s few authentic heritage-rail experiences where the landscape itself is the destination. For families, couples, or anyone seeking an easy, atmospheric evening that combines local flavor with living history, few local outings are as accessible or charming. It’s also a gentle way to reduce car miles — you watch the world pass instead of driving through it.

Book a first-class table for a smaller group, arrive 20–30 minutes early to browse the gift shop, and be ready for variable lighting conditions as the train returns to South Woodstown Station. Whether you’re chasing golden-hour photos, hunting small-town nostalgia, or simply craving custard on a summer night, this ride delivers a concise, memorable slice of southern New Jersey. Tickets are sold through the Woodstown Central Railroad portal; check times and flavor choices before you go, and pack a bag for cameras and jackets. The Sunset Limited is a short way to end a day in this corner of New Jersey with local flavor and romance tonight.

About Woodstown Central Railroad

Woodstown Central Railroad preserves and operates historic passenger excursions in Woodstown, New Jersey, offering seasonal and private train experiences that highlight Southern New Jersey scenery and rail heritage. Founded and maintained by a dedicated preservation team, the operation runs restored vintage equipment including the 1927 Pennsylvania Railroad Table Car "Mineral Spring" and restored 1930s passenger cars for special events. The railroad offers a variety of scheduled excursions, from short family-friendly rides—such as the Woodstown Fall Fest excursion and the Princess‑Superhero Special—to longer scenic trips like the two‑hour Scenic Rambler and 32-mile roundtrip journeys. Seasonal offerings include the Autumn Leaf Pumpkin Train with pumpkin picking at Fenwick Grove, the Salem Ghost Train with storyteller-led historic tours, and holiday and event-specific runs like the Independence Day Express and Father's Day Express.

Private rentals are available for up to 50 guests aboard the Mineral Spring table car, making the railroad a unique venue for birthdays, corporate outings, and group events. Each excursion departs from Woodstown or South Woodstown stations and traverses landmarks such as the Oldmans Creek Trestle and Memorial Lake, offering repeated opportunities for photography and nature viewing. Safety protocols and volunteer-led operations emphasize preservation, education, and community engagement. Ticketed excursions are scheduled seasonally; advance reservations are recommended due to limited seating in first class, deluxe, table car, coach, caboose, and open-air seating options. Woodstown Central Railroad combines authentic historic railcars, curated storytelling, and scenic Southern New Jersey routes to deliver memorable rides for families, history enthusiasts, and railfans. Tickets sell quickly.