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The Delaware River Railroad Excursions
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The Delaware River Railroad Excursions
Discover the Scenic River Train to Riegelsville!
All aboard for a relaxing, historic journey along the beautiful Delaware River with Delaware River Railroad Excursions! Our train departs from Phillipsburg, NJ, and travels south to the charming hamlet of Riegelsville, NJ — right on the riverbank. You'll arrive at our beautifully restored historic train station, where you can step off and explore at your leisure. Just across the Delaware River lies Riegelsville, PA, connected by the iconic Roebling suspension bridge (built in 1904 and still a marvel today). Stroll across this famous wire-rope bridge — it's only about 200 feet from our station to the Pennsylvania side!
Train Schedule (2-hour round-trip options — depart and return flexibly):
10:00 AM 12:00 Noon 2:00 PM 4:00 PM
Feel free to detrain in Riegelsville, enjoy the area, and catch any later train back — trains run every two hours.
Dining Options Right Nearby
Hootz Bar & Grille — literally next door to our Riegelsville station, with great river views, casual pub fare, weekend brunch specials, and a welcoming vibe.
The Riegelsville Inn (just across the Roebling bridge in PA) — a historic 1838 stone building turned upscale-casual restaurant and pub with canal-side dining, river views, excellent American cuisine, and famous weekend Bloody Marys.
Pro tip: Call ahead to let your chosen spot know your return train time so you never miss your ride home!
Fun Add-On Activities Along the Line
Susquehanna Gem Stone Mine (open May–October) — Add the "Mine Train" experience for just $6! Pan for real gemstones, take home your finds, enjoy the picnic grove, and learn a bit of (lighthearted, tragic-comic) mining history. Corn Maze Train (late August & fall season) — Where getting lost is half the fun! Ride to the maze area, explore challenging corn mazes (new designs each year), play interactive games, and soak up seasonal farm vibes. Whether you're after a peaceful river ride, a historic bridge walk, good food with a view, or family-friendly gem-panning and maze adventures, this scenic excursion has something for everyone. Book your tickets today and make memories on the rails!
The Delaware River, which originates in New York state, runs along the Pennsylvania-New York, New Jersey-Pennsylvania, and New Jersey-Delaware borders on its way to the Atlantic ocean. It's one of the major rivers in the eastern United States, and also one of the cleanest, environmentally. Beautiful little towns, scenic wild areas, and major cities like Philadelphia dot its banks. There are many ways to enjoy and explore the Delaware River, including many annual events that span the full calendar year and a range of interests and activities.
Traffic across the Delaware River at Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, was handled by Wendel and Anthony Shenk's oar powered ferries until December 15, 1837, when a three-span woodenwas opened to horse, wagon, and pedestrian use. The Pennsylvania and New Jersey legislatures had approved the formation of the private Riegelsville Delaware Bridge Corporation in 1835 and the company engaged Soon Chapin and James Madison Porter of Easton, Pennsylvania as the contractors. A major flood struck the Delaware Valley on January 8, 1841, just three years after the bridge opened, and the span nearest the Jersey shore was destroyed. The bridge was repaired and survived another flood in June 1862.
The "Pumpkin Flood" occurred on October 10, 1903, and the Delaware waters rose to 33.8 feet (10.3 m) above normal. The two spans nearest to New Jersey were quickly swept down the river. The third section collapsed soon after.Thewire rope and engineering firm of John A. Roebling's Sons Co., based in Trenton, New Jersey, were soon commissioned and replaced the covered bridge with a cable suspension bridge. This new bridge incorporated the original piers which were repaired and raised several feet, allowing it to survive major damage from the flood of 1936 and to come through a 1955 deluge relatively unscathed. Together, the three spans are 585 feet (178 m) in length and the final cost of construction was $30,000. It opened on April 18, 1904.
Our train cars originally came from the Long Island Railroad dating from the 1950's and have been lovingly restored by our volunteers.
No. 142 was built in the Peoples Republic of China in 1989 by the TangShan Locomotive Works. Until 2000, TangShan was the last place in the world that made production steam engines. The locomotive resembles trains from an era long ago. The engine, with tender, weighs approximately 154 tons, including 13 tons of coal and 6,600 gallons of water. The engine is hand-fired, which means someone has to shovel coal into the firebox to keep the fire hot enough to make steam. No. 142 is 14'6" high, 10'8" wide, and with tender, 75'3" long
If you wish to experience the The Susquehanna Mine and or use the Picnic grove there, this is only available on the 10:00 am and 12:00 noon and 2:00 PM trips. The train back to Phillipsburg will drop you off at The Susquehanna Mining Company ( the next stop on the way home) and you will be picked up by the next North Bound train, in one hour and fifty minutes. if you choose to de-train in Riegelsville to visit the Inn or Tavern please keep in mind the train arrives in Riegelsville at 12:35 pm, 2:35 pm and 4:35 pm. Keep in mind, the Mine Adventure is one hour and fifty minutes in duration. To visit the mine you must be North Bound train at 12:35pm , or 2:35 pm. This is only important to note should you de-train in Riegelsville.
For an additional fee ( only $6.00) add the The Susquehanna Mine to your adventure. Learn the amusing and trajic history of the mine and pan for gem stones you can take home! From late August to the end of October play the game where getting lost is half the fun! Come explore the Corn Maze. This is also only a $5.00 add on when purchasing tickets.
While riding the River Train, stop at the Susquehanna Mining company for a 1.5 hour adventure and tour. Pan for Gem Stones you can take home!
Hootz Tavern is directly next to our Riegelsville Station at the Southern most end of your trip. Light fare, fresh burgers and fries as well as drinks with a view of the Delaware River. A nice Tavern to spend a few hours relaxing while you wait for your return trip.
The Riegelsville Inn is located in its original stone structure featuring an updated bright yellow facade, canal-side al fresco dining, and second-floor balcony dining with Delaware River views, the Riegelsville Inn is the epitome of exemplary dining in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The menu at the Riegelsville showcases superior American cuisine influenced by classic French technique featuring uniquely paired ingredients always prepared from scratch. The Riegelsville Inn was built in 1838 by Benjamin Riegel, founder of the town. The historic building stands on the banks of the beautiful Delaware River across from the famous Roebling Bridge in the quaint town of Riegelsville, Pennsylvania. The restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, features a weekend brunch with Beth’s Famous Bloody Mary and offers a variety of seating options to choose from. Indoors, guests may dine in the casual elegance created by stone walls and wooden beams in the dining rooms or enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the tin-ceilinged Pub. Outside, the Inn boasts both front- and side-porch seating options, canal-side dining behind the building and an open-air balcony on the second floor overlooking the Delaware River.
10-12 Delaware Road
Riegelsville, PA 18077
610.749.0100
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