1880 Train - Hill City Depot

No. $29 for roundtrip. $24 for one way.

Tickets may be purchased at the station, but we recommend reservations because our trains do fill up and seats are assigned. If you want to ensure seats together for your party and in the type of car you prefer, reservations are the way to go!

No, Rushmore is on the opposite side of the mountain so you will not see the monument. During the train ride you will hear local history and that of the 1880 Train.

Yes, get out and enjoy the ride.

Thanks for your inquiry! The 1880 Train allows Service Animals only on board the train.

No they don't

There is a group rate for groups larger than 20 passengers.

Its better if you do

You will need to arrange for a ride back to your car if you choose the One-Way option. However, a paid shuttle option can be paired with the last Keystone departure of the day during peak summer dates (See schedule for exact dates and details). Shuttle seats are limited and must be reserved via phone 605-574-2222 or in person at the Keystone Depot. Shuttle can not be combined with any other train times.

Thank you for your inquiry! We highly encourage that you reserve your seats before your trip! You can do it online at 1880train.com or give us a call and we can assist you over the phone.

We only allow ADA certified Service Animals onboard the train.

Thank you for your interest in the 1880 Train. We have a standard rate for adults 13 and older of $32.00 round trip.

No they sell to capacity but most cars allow for open air flow

Unfortunately, we will not be doing a fireworks train. Thank you for your interest in the 1880 train.

No

Yes, we operate numerous Special Events, including a Wine Express. https://www.1880train.com/events.html https://www.1880train.com/wine-express.html

It leaves at various times, depends on if you are starting in keystone or hill city as well.

No but it's better if you do, you get more choice for seating. We got our tickets right before we left and we had to sit in an open car when it was raining.

Yes, we are handicapped accessible! We have a lift we utilize in Hill City and two wheelchair spots available on each ride in our Blue Bird car. In Keystone, the platform is even with the train cars, so no lift it needed.

About 1 hour each way. The train travels slowly so lots of opportunities to enjoy the ride & beautiful scenery

Contact Rick Mills at the South Dakota state railroad museum. It's at the train yard!

Lots, and lots of God's country!! Worth the trip, no regrets :)

The train runs from mid may to mid october and on weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Ride wise , approximately40 min each direction. The length of the train, I think 8 cars. Was an enjoyable experience you & your family will enjoy.

Any food or drink purchased in our depots or at the Highliner Eatery can be enjoyed on the train. No outside food or drink. Meal options include fresh made wraps, salads, sandwiches, and home-made kids meals. Drink options include a variety of soda, teas, sports drinks, and water. A variety of beers and wine can be found at our Hill City depot only.

There is not a discount available.

Yes it.s

I would check their website for operatin hours. We road the train last October and it was very enjoyable.

Consult the website.

Restrooms are found at either depot. There are no restrooms on the train.

We will do the ride again, and when we do, we will go from Hill City to Keystone (what we did the first time) and purchase the earliest departure we can on the steam train (which was 10:00, I believe) and plan for at least 4 hours, more if they have later return trips. We planned in a two hour stay in Keystone, but could have easily stayed for several more hours. We didn't stop at the museum, because we were staying in Hill City and thought we would have the chance to go back, but didn't had the time. We should have arrived in time to tour it before our departure. You could probably spend a few hours in Hill City between the museum and the shops downtown, but there is dedinitely more in Keystone.

No bathroom on train but at both depots in hills city and keystone

Pretty much right in front of the location. Edit- At least at the Hill City location, I don't know about the other stop(s).

Yes you should have at minimum 1.5 hours. If you ride after they start a 3 a day run you can catch the first run in the morning and return on the last run. However you will have to make reservation to do that.

It all depends on the season, whether the regular or the Polar.

Yes... A must do!