Frostburg Depot, Maryland

Written By Kelsey Cecil

Frostburg, Maryland · Updated October 19, 2026 · 10 min read

Depot museumTrain ridesWestern terminus of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad; open around train arrivals

The Frostburg Depot is the restored 1891 Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad station that now marks the western end of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, the place where excursion riders step off to explore Frostburg.

  • Built in 1891
  • Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad station
  • Western terminus of the WMSR
  • Gift shop and restrooms
  • Parking at the depot

Frostburg Depot at a glance

Hours
Not posted; open around train arrivals and departures. Check wmsr.com
Admission
No posted admission for the depot; train tickets through the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
Train rides
Western Maryland Scenic Railroad excursions arrive here from Cumberland; some themed trains depart from Frostburg
Seasonal events
The Polar Express Train Ride, Ice Cream Train
Best for
Train riders spending the layover in Frostburg
Parking
Parking available at the depot

Hours and prices as the museum posts them, checked October 19, 2026. Confirm before you go.

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Taking the kids to Frostburg Depot? Bring Rally along.

In Rally Takes the Train, a corgi's little legs can't manage the big train stairs, so Dad gives him a boost. It takes about five minutes to read, a good fit for the drive to Frostburg.

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A small-town station at the top of the line

The Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad built this depot in 1891 to link Frostburg with the much larger Baltimore & Ohio. In its working years it handled the regular business of two daily trains between Cumberland, Maryland and Piedmont, West Virginia, by way of Frostburg.

Today the restored station is the western terminus of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, which runs excursions up the mountain from Cumberland on the former Western Maryland Railway's Connellsville Extension and into Frostburg on the old Cumberland & Pennsylvania. Trains end their run here, and riders get off to explore the town's small businesses and restaurants before heading back down. The railroad also calls the building its freight depot, and some themed trains, including the Ice Cream Train and The Polar Express Train Ride, may depart from Frostburg. Hours for the building itself are not posted, so plan around the train schedule and check with the railroad before you go.

What you find at the depot

The depot is a working station rather than a gallery, so most visitors see it as part of a train ride. Expect a restored 1891 building, a gift shop and restrooms, and parking on site. From here it is a short walk into downtown Frostburg for lunch while the excursion train waits for the return trip.

Don’t miss

  1. The 1891 station buildingOne of the original Cumberland & Pennsylvania structures on the line, restored and back in daily railroad use.
  2. The depot gift shopA good stop for a souvenir during the layover before the trip back to Cumberland.
  3. Downtown FrostburgThe railroad encourages riders to step off here and spend the layover in the town's shops and restaurants.

Watching the train arrive

For kids, the best part of the depot is seeing the excursion train pull in and the crowd step off at the top of the mountain. Some family trains, such as the Ice Cream Train and The Polar Express Train Ride, may board right here, which saves families from Frostburg the drive to Cumberland. The depot's restrooms are handy after the ride up.

Plan your visit: tips for Frostburg Depot

  • Check your ticket for the departure station; some themed trains leave from Frostburg, not Cumberland.
  • Use the layover to walk into town for a meal.
  • Call the railroad at (301) 759-4400 before visiting the depot on a day with no trains.

Some of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's holiday trips, including The Polar Express Train Ride with its hot cocoa, treats and visit from Santa, may operate out of the Frostburg depot. Confirm the boarding station when you book, and see our roundup of Christmas train rides in Maryland for more options.

Kept in service by the scenic railroad

The depot is operated by the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad as the western end of its line. The best way to support the building is to ride the train, shop in the depot's gift shop, and spend time in Frostburg during the layover. For questions, the railroad answers at info@wmsr.com and (301) 759-4400.

Rail stops around Frostburg

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad starts its trips at the 1913 station in Cumberland at the bottom of the same line. The Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad in Romney is about 20 miles away, and the Portage Station Museum in Pennsylvania is about 51 miles off. See Maryland's train museums for more.

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Bring Rally along: a train book for the drive

Watercolor of a dad lifting Rally the corgi up the big stairs of a red train car
From Rally Takes the Train, watercolor by Leslie Dunn.

A depot like Frostburg's is where the getting off happens, and in our book that is where Rally needs help. His corgi legs are just too short for the big train stairs, so Dad gives him a boost. I think about all the small kids stepping down here after the climb from Cumberland, holding a grown-up's hand on that last tall step.

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Print the Rally coloring pages before you go

Watercolor coloring pages from the book, free to print. Tuck a few in a folder with crayons for the drive or the wait for the next train.

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Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A train story for the ride homeRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi's first train trip to see his grand-paw-rents. Hand-painted in real watercolor. $13.99 on Amazon, for ages 0 to 8.

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Sources

Everything on this page comes from the museum’s own website and social pages and, for history, Wikipedia, checked October 19, 2026.

Frostburg Depot: 20 questions visitors ask

What is the Frostburg Depot?

The Frostburg Depot is a historic railroad station in Frostburg, Maryland, built in 1891 for the Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad. Today it is the western terminus of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, where excursion trains from Cumberland end their run and riders step off to explore the town before the return trip.

Where is the historic Frostburg train depot?

The depot is at 19 Depot Street in Frostburg, Maryland 21532, at the western end of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. The railroad's own contact page lists the address both as Depot Street and Depot Avenue, so if your map app struggles, search for the Frostburg Depot by name or call (301) 759-4400.

When was the Frostburg Depot built?

The depot was built in 1891 by the Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad, which connected Frostburg to the much larger Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. In its early years the station handled two daily trains running between Cumberland, Maryland and Piedmont, West Virginia, by way of Frostburg.

Can you ride a train to the Frostburg Depot?

Yes. Western Maryland Scenic Railroad excursions leave the Western Maryland Railway Station at 13 Canal Street in Cumberland and climb up the mountain to the Frostburg Depot, where they end their run. Book through wmsr.com, and check the schedule there for the season's dates and departure times.

Do any trains depart from the Frostburg Depot?

Yes, some do. The railroad says themed trains such as the Ice Cream Train and The Polar Express Train Ride may operate out of its freight depot in Frostburg. Read your ticket carefully to see whether your train boards in Frostburg or in Cumberland, and call (301) 759-4400 if you are unsure.

What are the Frostburg Depot hours?

The depot does not post its own opening hours. It is busiest around train arrivals and departures on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's schedule. If you want to see the building on a day without a ride, call the railroad at (301) 759-4400 or check wmsr.com before you go.

Is there an admission fee at the Frostburg Depot?

No separate admission fee is posted for the depot itself. What costs money is the train ride, and fares vary by excursion and class of service on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Check current prices for each trip on wmsr.com before you plan your visit.

Is there parking at the Frostburg Depot?

Yes. The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad says parking is accommodated at the Frostburg depot, which is useful for trains that board in Frostburg. For trips leaving Cumberland, parking is in the Canal Place lot in front of the station and nearby city garages and lots instead.

Does the Frostburg Depot have restrooms and a gift shop?

Yes. The railroad says the Frostburg depot has restrooms and a gift shop, which makes it a comfortable stop during a layover or before boarding a themed train. The Cumberland station at the other end of the line also has its own gift shop and restrooms.

What can you do in Frostburg during the train layover?

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad encourages riders to get off at the depot and explore Frostburg's small businesses and restaurants before the train heads back to Cumberland. Lunch in town is a popular choice. Ask the crew how long your train will wait so you are back on board in time.

What do Frostburg Depot reviews say?

Travel listings describe the Frostburg Depot as a restored historic station in downtown Frostburg that serves as the stop where Western Maryland Scenic Railroad trains finish their run, and note that passengers commonly step off to explore town. For recent photos and reviews, the railroad's Facebook and Instagram pages share pictures from the line.

Where can I see photos of the Frostburg Depot?

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad posts photos from the line, including its stations, on its Facebook page, Instagram and YouTube channel, and its depots page on wmsr.com shows the Cumberland and Frostburg stations. Those are the best places to see current pictures before you visit.

Is there a hotel at the Frostburg Depot?

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad does not list lodging as part of the depot. The depot itself is a station with restrooms, a gift shop and parking. For places to stay near the depot, look at lodging in downtown Frostburg and confirm details directly with the property before you book.

Is the Frostburg Fiber Depot the same as the Frostburg Depot?

No, not as far as the railroad says. The historic Frostburg Depot on this page is the 1891 Cumberland & Pennsylvania station used by the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, and the railroad does not mention a fiber or yarn business. If you are looking for a shop by that name, search for it separately.

Does The Polar Express leave from the Frostburg Depot?

Some Polar Express Train Ride departures may operate out of the Frostburg depot, according to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. The trip includes characters from the story, treats, hot cocoa and a visit from Santa. Your ticket will show your boarding station, and tickets are sold on wmsr.com.

Which railroad built the Frostburg Depot?

The Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad built the depot in 1891. That line connected Frostburg with the Baltimore & Ohio. Today the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's trains follow the old Western Maryland Railway right of way up the mountain and then join the former Cumberland & Pennsylvania into Frostburg.

Who operates the Frostburg Depot today?

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad operates the depot as the western terminus of its excursion line from Cumberland. Its corporate offices are at the Cumberland station, 13 Canal Street. You can reach the railroad at info@wmsr.com or (301) 759-4400 with questions about the depot.

Can groups book a train trip to the Frostburg Depot?

Yes. The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's group office handles bookings of 30 or more seats, and groups of that size get 10 percent off Coach, Table or Lunch classes on Frostburg Flyer trains. Call (301) 759-4400 or use the group request form on wmsr.com.

Is the Frostburg Depot good for kids?

It is a fine stop for kids as part of a train ride, especially to watch the excursion train arrive at the top of the mountain. Family trips like the Ice Cream Train and The Polar Express may board here. On its own, the depot is a station rather than a museum with exhibits, so pair it with a ride.

What train museums are near the Frostburg Depot?

The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's Cumberland station is at the other end of the same line. The Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad in Romney, West Virginia, is about 20 miles away, and the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Roundhouse in Martinsburg is about 45 miles away. The Portage Station Museum in Pennsylvania is about 51 miles.

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