Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Category: Non-profit organization

Address: 66 Henderson St, Stearns, KY 42647, USA

Phone: +16063765330

Opening hours

Sunday: 1–2PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10AM–4PM

Thursday: 10AM–4PM

Friday: 10AM–4PM

Saturday: 10AM–5:30PM

Reviews

Terrence Dixon

Jul 10, 2022

The train ride is enjoyable and the area is picturesque. It felt like a trip through time when we arrived at the excursion point of Barthell, KY. The town is a long abandoned mining town. We did not sign up for the tour of the mine that is available but did enjoy photographing the area during the two hour lay over. A portion of the track is washed out past the mining town and has been for a while. The additional track time will be a welcome addition to the experience.

Sheila

Jul 9, 2022

What a great adventure. The tour guide explained everything, was very detailed and had a great sense of humor. Was a perfect day for a train ride. They stressed the warnings of safety. Just wish there was a little more to do once we were at the stop.

Kentucky “Kentucky Girl” Girl

Dec 8, 2021

It was a sweet adventure for the kiddos. The participant characters were genuinely involved with their passengers. I would have liked to have seen the North Pole be more of a presentation, however Santa did board the train and hand out the …

Obirobkinobi Rob Purvis

Nov 15, 2021

When I was growing up there was a train that ran through our town, but in the late 80's / early 90's the train no longer ran and the tracks were taken out. Watching the train, made me want to ride one and I finally got the chance. …

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Questions & Answers

How much are senior tickets

marty counts | Oct 15, 2021
Pam Canter | Oct 16, 2021

Yes

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What are your hous and days of operation?

Linda Gregory | Dec 15, 2019
Heather Sullivan | Dec 16, 2019

What are your hours and days

When are the dates open??

Deborah Cooke | Dec 15, 2017
Marilyn Schmitzer | Dec 16, 2017

what dates open in novemer

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How much does it cost

Tina Michael | Dec 15, 2017
Jerry King | Dec 16, 2017

25.75 per person, discount for seniors and children

Website isn't smooth. I want to see costs of tickets and to know if I need reservations

Robert Bixler | Dec 15, 2019
Matt Jones | Dec 16, 2019

Depends on the time of year and if there is a special event. I think that reservations are only necessary for special events. But ticket costs vary slightly. $20+

Do they offer a dinner train??

Dante Medori (Dantelevator) | Dec 15, 2019
kathy Harrison | Dec 16, 2019

No but you can bring a lunch basket and drink

What is your policy on pets? We always travel with our 12 pound six year old dog wearing a harness and leash and always is picked up after...are they allowed on the trains and on the grounds?

Dennis Cormier | Dec 15, 2018
thomas Safranek | Dec 16, 2018

Dogs are allowed on the train and the Big South Fork National Park.

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can i bring my dog? traveling from Wisconsin, won't leave him

Lynn Krueger | Dec 14, 2020
Terrey Streath | Dec 15, 2020

Yes! We took the train last month. See my review. Photos included.

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How much are the tickets for June and Kids age 13&11

Tonya Fraley | Nov 23, 2021
Nellie Briggs | Nov 24, 2021

How much for senior, adult and 10 year old to ride train

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How much are tickets if I go March 16-18

sarah smith | Dec 15, 2019
Robin Lynch | Dec 16, 2019

25.00 a piece. Think the kids are cheaper but don't know. Kids unde a certain age are free!

Are they open in march

Tabitha Dishmon | Dec 15, 2018
Paula Istok | Dec 16, 2018

I went in winter, for that i think so they open all the year

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What are train times

Lawana Wilkerson | Dec 15, 2017
Paula Istok | Dec 16, 2017

I don't know. I recommend de Vagón without Windows en have another with Windows that can be opened. Thank you with the coal mines in Lumber. Have a lot history pictures maqueta en one musician Where you can go with the same price of the ticket Duc is outside the train station

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R u open on Sundays

Brenda Ball | Dec 15, 2017
lola lovely1020 | Dec 16, 2017

Yeah they are

If the train is none profitable why do the charge so much to ride it?

Ryan Bilbrey | Nov 14, 2021
Peter Heimbach | Nov 15, 2021

Because that is what it costs to run it. Non profit doesn't mean it doesn't make money, it means the money goes for a cause, like preserving a train line.

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What age do senior tix start ?

Autre Dawkins | Nov 14, 2021
Maxine Winchester | Nov 15, 2021

60+ & I believe they are 25$

How long is the train ride? And where does it take you ?

Cheryl Fleming | Aug 16, 2021
Tiffany Jones | Aug 17, 2021

It no longer takes you to the Blue Heron mining camp. You stop in Bartell mining camp now. Its a 30 minute train ride down and a 2 hour layover. You can pay to tour the mine. Or there's a small free tour you can do. I did think the ride back went a little faster. We've rode it twice in the last month.

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Do they allow you to take small dogs with you

Robert Alsip | Jun 17, 2021
William Kyzer | Jun 18, 2021

According to the website, pets on a leash are allowed for regular trips.

How much are tickets

Duane Lee | Jun 17, 2021
Tonya LaPage | Jun 18, 2021

Ticket prices vary depending on what you want to include. We did all options, the train, lunch, and tour and it was $60 per person.

Can you ride the train today July 22? Or is it booked?

Lori Vickers | Dec 14, 2020
Terrey Streath | Dec 15, 2020

According to the website, tickets are still available today: https://bsfsry.com/

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How long is the train ride?

Elizabeth Bryant | Dec 14, 2020
Stacy | Dec 15, 2020

We went on Sunday. It was approximately 3 hours and 8 miles. 4 miles forward to attractions and 4 miles in reverse to return. It was a great time!!

Is the train ride pet friendly?

Jody Carroll | Dec 14, 2020
Kay Roberts | Dec 15, 2020

I'm not sure. You'll have to call and see.

Is this a handicap friendly tour. What is the cost.

Randy Fodrey | Dec 14, 2020
Renee Duenne | Dec 15, 2020

It is handicap friendly. Not sure of the cost of the upcoming season, check back in April.

Where are you located, is there a train in Lexington ky

Debra Banks | Dec 14, 2020
Karen King | Dec 15, 2020

This train is just for tourists seeing Mine 18 and Barthel mining town in Mccreary County, Ky.

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Can power wheelchairs get on train

Donna Brady | Dec 15, 2019
Bradley “Hoodly” Hood | Dec 16, 2019

Yup.

What is the age?

Gloria Jones | Dec 15, 2019
Bill McIver | Dec 16, 2019

Come 1 come all. Babies to old folks

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If I order my tickets online where do I pick them up?

Sabrina Hurst | Dec 15, 2019
Glenn Douglass (Professor Bubbles McFancy) | Dec 16, 2019

At the train station box office. Check out the museum.

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What's the dress code?

Diane Jones | Dec 15, 2019
Timothy Marlowe | Dec 16, 2019

No dress code depending on weather.

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Does the train go to Worley?

bud jones | Dec 15, 2019
Richard Guffy | Dec 16, 2019

Goes to old mining town and past some then back to start

What hours due you operate April19 and 20? We will be in area then.

Kathleen Woodward | Dec 15, 2019
sally ha | Dec 16, 2019

Dusk till dark

Do you accommodate overernight excursions?

Lisa Cain | Dec 15, 2019
Rosa Robbins | Dec 16, 2019

No they dont

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Does the trip take 3 hrs total or 3 to where we are going and 3 to get back ?

Sherry Miller | Dec 15, 2019
Richard Guffy | Dec 16, 2019

Total

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Do we need to purchase ticks on line or can we get them there...

ella mills | Dec 15, 2019
Rosa Robbins | Dec 16, 2019

You can do either I would recommend calling the number on the website to see if the train is filling up...and take it from there

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Do the trains have a restroom?

Taylor Marlow | Dec 15, 2019
Rosa Robbins | Dec 16, 2019

No but they have restrooms and snack shops and a restaurant at the train stations the ride on the train is only a 22mile ride to the bottom of the mountain where they park for an hour or so with restrooms snack shop park rangers and exhibits of the mining town. Then you ride back to the station

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How much are the tickets? ??

Hannah Sue Close | Dec 15, 2019
Rosanna Robbins (Rosie) | Dec 16, 2019

$28 adults. $25 seniors(60+) $18 children(3-12) under 2 free.....check Fares/South Fork Railroad in case of changes

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Does your train ride September 17th thru 21st 2018

Marie Tomlin | Dec 15, 2018
Rosanna Robbins (Rosie) | Dec 16, 2018

The train runs from April to November....depending on time of year 1 or 2 trips daily

How much is it to ride the Ghost Train?

Jessica Prater | Dec 15, 2018
Paula Istok | Dec 16, 2018

Just go to the website ot call becsuse it is different to the normal ride, i recommend you to ride with them it is fantastic

what is the price

Elbert Johnson | Dec 15, 2018
Paula Istok | Dec 16, 2018

Look up the Website they are different price for different tours, They have small discount for military kids groups and another ones

How often does the train tub per day? And what r the times running? Also what is in the area to do besides the train ride?

Irene Vanderhelm | Dec 15, 2018
Shadrack Muncy | Dec 16, 2018

The train is a short ride, just a couple of miles. You can skip the train and drive to the coal camp yourself also. Typically runs only once or twice a day.

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Alright a lot of cost questions, only needs to be one, what I want to know is if the train is canceled, will they refund your tickets?

Calcifur Gaming (CalcifursCurse) | Dec 15, 2018
Joe Altimus | Dec 16, 2018

Yep...they will work with you, for another ride on a different date or a full refund altogether. Although it is rarely cancelled....it does happen though

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What does it cost

Jeri Layne | Dec 15, 2018
Kyle Matthews | Dec 16, 2018

28 dollars

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What is the cost.

Janet Glover | Dec 15, 2018
Melendil | Dec 16, 2018

It depends on the event. For instance, the Polar Express will be more than the every day events.

what time does the train run on fridays

Judith McLaughlin | Dec 15, 2018
Jerry King | Dec 16, 2018

Time is listed on their website

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Do i need to make reservations?

Linda Gregory | Dec 15, 2017
Paula Istok | Dec 16, 2017

You don't have to in the week but in the weekend it's is better buy the ticket before

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Do but have to make reservations

marty counts | Dec 15, 2017
Alfred Folker | Dec 16, 2017

High traffic for the next 4 weeks. Buy on line.

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How much will it cost me to book 4 adults and 2 children in coach for the polar express train ride??

lola lovely1020 | Dec 15, 2017
Barb Jarrells | Dec 16, 2017

Rachel go to the Web site. Depending on package and if senior discount applies. Children under a certain age could be free or discounted. They also offer special seasonal train trips.

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