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Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad

SCENIC NOBLESVILLE TRAIN RIDES AND RAILBIKE RIDES NEAR INDIANAPOLIS, IN

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  • February 14th

VALENTINE’S DAY EXPRESS

From $28.00

All aboard for Valentine’s Day 2026! Climb aboard a historic train to experience a unique 90-minute ride through Hamilton County.

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  • All ages
  • 90 minutes
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ALL ABOUT THE NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS & RAILBIKES

The Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad (NPHRR) was founded in Hamilton County in 2017.  Through immersive programming on Nickel Plate Express and Nickel Plate Railbikes over 25,000 passengers are welcomed each year to Noblesville and Northern Hamilton County. We also manage the 150-year-old depot along the former Nickel Plate Road in Arcadia, IN and the historic Hobbs Depot inside Forest Park in Noblesville, IN. Book your train experience online today! 

Learn Who We Are

Find us here! Located inside Forest Park. 825
Forest Park Dr., Noblesville, IN 4606

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As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, all donations made to Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad are tax-deductible. We appreciate your support of railroad history.

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WHAT'S IT LIKE TO RIDE THE NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS?

Terrific Experience

Had a terrific experience riding the train this summer (2022) with friends. The staff is very kind and knowledgeable. They work hard to ensure that you have an enjoyable time. They serve tasty lemonade and apple hand pie. It is both scenic, relaxing, and a blast from the past. I highly recommend that you make a reservation soon.

– Laurie C. | Google
Awesome Experience

Staff was excellent and very friendly. Train ride was extremely comfortable and not the “typical” experience we normally have. Will be visiting more often.

– Corey P. | Facebook
Wonderful Time with Friend!

I had wanted to go on the train for awhile now since both of my grandfathers worked on the railroad. Was not disappointed! Festive atmosphere and very attentive crew. Will plan to ride again.

– Melanie T. | Facebook
So Much Fun!

So much fun!!! We came for the Valentine’s train ride and it was quite a treat. We loved seeing the countryside and the animals. Chris and Austin served us on the train and they were wonderful. Would be so fun to return for a different train ride theme.

– Emily M.
Amazing!!

We did the evening sessions and it was awesome! The guides were so fun and kind! Loved the little intermission break for s’more’s and apple cider and the warm fire! We even saw a hot air balloon nearby floating in the sky! Such a beautiful night and great experience!

– Dan F.