WHAT IS NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS

Nickel Plate Express is a non profit, tourist excursion railroad. Nickel Plate Express offers excursions year round and aims to educate and entertain!

HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Ticket prices vary depending on the type of excursion. Click on the Buy Tickets tab to see pricing for each of our themed and holiday excursions.

HOW LONG IS THE TRIP?

The roundtrip excursion is approximately one hour long. Dinner and drink excursions are extended to an hour and a half…check each event description for details.

WHERE DOES THE TRAIN GO?

The train travels through Atlanta, Arcadia, Cicero and Noblesville. All trips are round trip. Passengers will stay on the train for the duration of the trip and will not disembark during ‘stops.’

Ample parking is available at Forest Park in Noblesville

The Nickel Plate Express boards in Noblesville at 825 Forest Park Drive, Noblesville (inside Forest Park). Just north of the 3-way stop you will find Hobbs Station at Forest Park Depot. Passengers will check in inside Hobbs Station and move out to the platform to board the train.

IS THERE FOOD ON THE TRAIN?

Light concessions are available on the train in all cars. Adult and regular beverages are also available. Outside food is allowed on the train for small children or those will dietary restrictions.

ARE THERE RESTROOMS ON THE TRAIN?

Restrooms are available on the train in case of emergencies. Restrooms are also available at Forest Park before train departure.

ARE THE CARS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?

Unfortunately, cars are not handicap accessible at this time since all seating is on the second floor.

WHERE ARE THE SEATS LOCATED?

Seats in all of our passenger cars are located on the second floor! Passengers will climb a small flight of stairs to reach their seats. Be advised the staircase is narrow.

ARE PETS ALLOWED ON THE TRAIN?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the train due to potential allergies and comfort of other passengers. However, service dogs are permitted in compliance with ADA. All service dogs should have registration tags.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know before you book your tickets for the Nickel Plate Express. Start your trip today!

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Nickel Plate Express is a non profit, tourist excursion railroad. Nickel Plate Express offers excursions year round and aims to educate and entertain!
Ticket prices vary depending on the type of excursion. Click on the Buy Tickets tab to see pricing for each of our themed and holiday excursions.
The roundtrip excursion is approximately one hour long. Dinner and drink excursions are extended to an hour and a half…check each event description for details.
The train travels through Atlanta, Arcadia, Cicero and Noblesville. All trips are round trip. Passengers will stay on the train for the duration of the trip and will not disembark during ‘stops.’
Ample parking is available at Forest Park in Noblesville
The Nickel Plate Express boards in Noblesville at 825 Forest Park Drive, Noblesville (inside Forest Park). Just north of the 3-way stop you will find Hobbs Station at Forest Park Depot. Passengers will check in inside Hobbs Station and move out to the platform to board the train.
Light concessions are available on the train in all cars. Adult and regular beverages are also available. Outside food is allowed on the train for small children or those will dietary restrictions.
Restrooms are available on the train in case of emergencies. Restrooms are also available at Forest Park before train departure.
Unfortunately, cars are not handicap accessible at this time since all seating is on the second floor.
Seats in all of our passenger cars are located on the second floor! Passengers will climb a small flight of stairs to reach their seats. Be advised the staircase is narrow.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the train due to potential allergies and comfort of other passengers. However, service dogs are permitted in compliance with ADA. All service dogs should have registration tags.

WHAT DOES SEATING LOOK LIKE?

STANDARD SEATING

Seats are in groups of two with rows of two in each car. Standard seating is available in both the Gaylor Electric and Shucks Welding Coach Car.

DIAMOND CLASS SEATING

Is located in the Duke Dining Car. Dining car seating is not as roomy as the reserved coach seating. Taller passengers should opt for reserved coach seating for maximum comfort!

PLATINUM CLASS SEATING

Is available in the Reporter Lounge car and offers tabletop seating for 4 passengers. A great option for those looking for table seating with extra room to sit. The Reporter Lounge typically seats passengers of all ages depending on the excursion.

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