Event Prices
Museum Admission*
$10 for Adults
$9 for Seniors (65+)/Military**
$8 for Children 3-12
Train Ride + Museum Admission*
$20 for Adults
$18 for Seniors (65+)/Military**
$16 for Children 3-12
Free for Members & Children under 3.
*North Carolina Sales Tax will be added at the time of purchase.
**Must present approved military ID along with ticket for entry. Limit 1 per military ID.
Winter Train Rides
December 26 – 31, 2026
Looking for a fun outing during the week between Christmas and New year? Visit the N.C. Transportation Museum and ride our holiday decorated train, explore our exhibits, and pick up a gift or souvenir at the Gift Station.
Plan your visit today for a trip into the past at the museum that moves you!
Train Ride Schedule
Sat., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur.: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m.
Sun.: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
For the Winter Train, members are free but encouraged to reserve their tickets in advance using their membership number. When visiting during regular non-special event days, members can check in at Barber Junction Visitor Center to receive their wristbands, member stickers, and train ride tickets. For membership information click here.
Event Prices
Museum Admission*
$10 for Adults
$9 for Seniors (65+)/Military**
$8 for Children 3-12
Train Ride + Museum Admission*
$20 for Adults
$18 for Seniors (65+)/Military**
$16 for Children 3-12
Free for Members & Children under 3.
Train Ride Schedule
Sat., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur.: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m.
Sun.: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
*North Carolina Sales Tax will be added at the time of purchase.
**Must present approved military ID along with ticket for entry. Limit 1 per military ID.
