Train Museums in Washington: Every Railroad Museum by Town

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    Washington still carries riders on the two trains built for Seattle's 1962 World's Fair monorail, and an hour east, the 1890 Snoqualmie Depot, described as the longest continuously operating train depot in the state, still sends out its own trains. This page covers 14 train museums, heritage railroads and rail sites in 14 Washington towns, two of them now closed; for other states, start at our family guide to train museums across the country. Type your town into the finder to see the nearest ones.

    Most of the riding happens west of the Cascades, with steam and diesel excursions from Snoqualmie, Elbe, Chehalis and Yacolt. East of the mountains, Yakima runs a century-old electric trolley line, Toppenish keeps a 1911 Northern Pacific depot, and Reardan has a 30-acre museum near Spokane. Many of these run on a season, so check each card before you go.

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    Quick picks: where to start in Washington

    • Biggest collection

      Northwest Railway Museum

      Snoqualmie

      The Train Shed Exhibit Hall covers 25,000 square feet, and weekend trains run between Snoqualmie and North Bend on 5.5 miles of historic track.

    • Best steam train ride

      Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad

      Elbe

      A 1 hour 15 minute steam trip from Elbe to Mineral and back, with Mount Rainier views on clear days and kids under 6 riding free.

    • Best first ride with a toddler

      Seattle Center Monorail

      Seattle

      The ride lasts two minutes, runs every day, kids 5 and under ride free, and the crew invites children to sit up front.

    • Free train rides

      Great Northern & Cascade Railway

      Skykomish

      Volunteers in Skykomish give free rides on a 7 1/2 inch gauge railroad on weekends and holidays from May through October.

    • Rainy day pick

      Washington State History Museum

      Tacoma

      The largest model railroad on permanent public view in Washington sits indoors on the fifth floor in Tacoma.

    • Eastern Washington road trip stop

      Inland Northwest Rail Museum

      Reardan

      A 30-acre museum near Spokane with outdoor locomotives, a Union Pacific turntable and a Reardan Rocket ride included with admission.

    Every train museum in Washington, town by town

    14 museums in 14 towns, A to Z by town. Tap any museum for its own page: the full story, what to see, what kids can do, hours, tickets, contact details and 20 answers to the questions families ask.

    Burien

    Rail preservation group

    Pacific Northwest Railroad Archive

    A railroad research archive, not a train museum: a three-floor building in downtown Burien that stores maps, ledgers, timetables and photos for several rail heritage groups. No public hours are posted, so email or call before you go.

    Hours on the pageResearchers, rail historians and genealogists

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Chehalis

    Heritage railroad with a museum

    Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum

    Vintage coach rides from the Chehalis depot west through the Chehalis River Valley on weekends from May to early October, plus themed trains and a holiday Polar Express. The famous No. 15 steam engine is under restoration.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies and anyone who wants a relaxed vintage train ride

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Elbe

    Heritage railroad with a museum

    Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad

    Steam train rides from Elbe to Mineral and back, about 1 hour 15 minutes, past the Nisqually River with Mount Rainier views on clear days. Runs February to October, plus Halloween and Christmas trains. Book online.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies with kids of any age and steam fans

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Issaquah

    Trolley and streetcar museum

    Issaquah Valley Trolley

    A restored 1925 Lisbon streetcar that carries riders on a short round trip from Issaquah's historic Depot to Gilman Boulevard. It returned to service in 2026 after a seven-year pause, and volunteers run every trip.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesYoung families and streetcar fans

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Pasco

    Rail preservation groupClosed

    Washington State Railroads Historical Society

    A Pasco rail history group that ran a Saturday museum on North Tacoma Avenue, across from the old Amtrak depot. The museum is now listed as permanently closed; this page tells its story.

    Permanently closedRail history readers

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Reardan

    Railroad museum

    Inland Northwest Rail Museum

    A 30-acre rail museum with outdoor locomotives and cars, a Union Pacific turntable, indoor exhibits and model railroads. Admission includes a ride on the Reardan Rocket, a 2-foot gauge train. Open Thursday to Sunday.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies with young kids and rail fans who like big collections

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Seattle

    Historic rail site

    Seattle Center Monorail

    The 1962 World's Fair monorail, still running its two original trains on a two-minute elevated ride from downtown Westlake Center to Seattle Center. Open daily; one-way fares are $4 for adults, $2 for youth, and free for kids 5 and under.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies pairing a classic ride with a Seattle Center day

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Skykomish

    Heritage railroad with a museum

    Great Northern & Cascade Railway

    A volunteer-run miniature railroad in Skykomish offering free ride-on train trips, plus a museum and gift shop in the town's historic Great Northern depot. Rides run weekends and holidays May through October; no rides in winter.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFreeFamilies with young kids on a Highway 2 road trip

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Snoqualmie

    Heritage railroad with a museum

    Northwest Railway Museum

    A working railway museum with weekend train rides between Snoqualmie and North Bend, a free 1890 depot open every day, and a big Train Shed Exhibit Hall full of locomotives and cars. Book train tickets ahead.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies who want a real train ride and rail fans

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Tacoma

    Museum with a major rail exhibit

    Washington State History Museum

    Tacoma's state history museum, home to Washington's largest model railroad on permanent public view, on the fifth floor. Each holiday season the museum hosts its long-running Model Train Festival. Check current hours and prices before you go.

    Hours on the pageFamilies with young train fans and history lovers

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Toppenish

    Depot museum

    Northern Pacific Railway Museum

    A restored 1911 Northern Pacific depot with a working telegraph office, a freight room of speeders, and a yard of cars and steam engines. Open May 1 to October 15, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm.

    Hours on the pageRail fans and curious school-age kids

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Wickersham

    Heritage railroad with a museumClosed

    Lake Whatcom Railway

    A small heritage railroad in Wickersham that ran Northern Pacific steam engine 1070 with Pullman coaches over 100 years old. Regular rides appear to have ended, so call or check Facebook before planning a trip.

    Hours on the pageNorthern Pacific and steam history fans

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Yacolt

    Heritage railroad with a museum

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad

    An all-volunteer excursion railroad running from downtown Yacolt through the woods and farmland of north Clark County. Trains run May through December, with Halloween, Patriot's Weekend and Santa trains. Buy tickets online.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies wanting a real train ride through the woods

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Yakima

    Trolley and streetcar museum

    Yakima Valley Trolleys

    Ride a historic electric trolley along Yakima's 6th Avenue Line on summer weekends and holidays, then look around the museum. Adults $8, kids and seniors $6. Halloween and Santa trolleys run in fall and winter.

    Hours on the pageTrain ridesFamilies with young kids and streetcar fans

    Hours, tickets, contact and 20 FAQs

    Compare every Washington train museum side by side

    Type, train rides, admission, hours and who each one suits, in one table. Tap a column to sort it, or a museum to open its page.

    HoursBest for
    Pacific Northwest Railroad ArchiveBurienPreservation groupNoNot posted online; ask when you contact the archiveNot posted online; contact the archive before visitingResearchers, rail historians and genealogists
    Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & MuseumChehalisHeritage railroadYesTicket prices are listed when you book; check steamtrainride.comDepot Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm; regular trains depart weekends at 11 am and 2 pm in seasonFamilies and anyone who wants a relaxed vintage train ride
    Mt. Rainier Scenic RailroadElbeHeritage railroadYesSteam excursion: adults $34, youth 6 to 17 $15, under 6 free; Parlor Car (18+) $49Steam excursions February to October; departures 11 am, 1:15 pm and 3:30 pm on operating daysFamilies with kids of any age and steam fans
    Issaquah Valley TrolleyIssaquahTrolley museumYesNot posted online; check the trolley page or call (425) 392-3500Seasonal weekend rides; check the trolley page for current datesYoung families and streetcar fans
    Inland Northwest Rail MuseumReardanRailroad museumYesAges 0 to 4 free, 5 to 13 $8, adults 14 to 54 $15, seniors 55+ $13, active military and first responders $13Thursday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm (2026 hours)Families with young kids and rail fans who like big collections
    Seattle Center MonorailSeattleHistoric siteYesOne way: adults (19 to 64) $4, youth (6 to 18) $2, reduced rate $2, ages 5 and under free; round trip is doubleDaily: Monday to Thursday 7:30 am to 9 pm, Friday 7:30 am to 11 pm, Saturday 8:30 am to 11 pm, Sunday 8:30 am to 9 pm; later on some event nightsFamilies pairing a classic ride with a Seattle Center day
    Great Northern & Cascade RailwaySkykomishHeritage railroadYesTrain rides are freeRides weekends and holidays May through October; limited museum and gift shop hours in winterFamilies with young kids on a Highway 2 road trip
    Northwest Railway MuseumSnoqualmieHeritage railroadYesDepot and grounds free; Train Shed Exhibit Hall $5 to $10, included with a train ride, free on Wednesdays through December 16Snoqualmie Depot 10 am to 5 pm daily; Train Shed Exhibit Hall 11 am to 4 pm (Wed to Mon April to December; Fri to Mon late January to March)Families who want a real train ride and rail fans
    Washington State History MuseumTacomaRail galleryNoIncluded with museum admission; check the museum's website for current pricesModel railroad viewable during regular museum hours; check the museum's websiteFamilies with young train fans and history lovers
    Northern Pacific Railway MuseumToppenishDepot museumNoNot posted online; call (509) 865-1911May 1 to October 15, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pmRail fans and curious school-age kids
    Chelatchie Prairie RailroadYacoltHeritage railroadYesPriced per trip; see the online ticket listingRuns May through December on scheduled dates; check the ticket siteFamilies wanting a real train ride through the woods
    Yakima Valley TrolleysYakimaTrolley museumYes6th Avenue Line: adults $8, seniors 65+ $6, children 12 and under $6, lap children 2 and under freeSummer season May 23 to September 27, 2026: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, 10 am to 3 pm; museum open on ride daysFamilies with young kids and streetcar fans
    Washington State Railroads Historical SocietyPascoPreservation groupNoNot applicablePermanently closedRail history readers
    Lake Whatcom RailwayWickershamHeritage railroadNoNot posted onlineNo current public schedule posted; call (360) 441-0719Northern Pacific and steam history fans

    Map of every train museum in Washington

    Every museum on this page, plotted. Tap a dot to jump to it. Diamonds mark the biggest cities.

    How far is each museum from Seattle, Spokane and Vancouver?

    These are approximate drive times based on distance on the map, without traffic.

    MuseumFrom SeattleFrom SpokaneFrom Vancouver
    Northwest Railway MuseumSnoqualmie35 min
    Washington State History MuseumTacoma35 min
    Great Northern & Cascade RailwaySkykomish1 hr
    Mt. Rainier Scenic RailroadElbe1 hr 20 min1 hr 50 min
    Yakima Valley TrolleysYakima2 hr 30 min
    Inland Northwest Rail MuseumReardan30 min
    Northern Pacific Railway MuseumToppenish3 hr 40 min
    Chelatchie Prairie RailroadYacolt25 min
    Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & MuseumChehalis1 hr 40 min

    How railroads built Washington

    In Washington the railway changed where people settled, what they ate, how they traded and how they spent their free time. Timber drove a lot of it. In the 1890s the Tacoma Eastern began laying track from Tacoma toward Mount Rainier to haul logs and loggers, and engines like the 1916 Baldwin No. 15 spent decades in the lumber trade around Chehalis. Vancouver's first railroad, incorporated in 1887, was soon hauling 50,000 board feet of logs a day into the city.

    The transcontinental lines left their mark too. The Northern Pacific built a depot in Toppenish in 1911, and in 1955 Pasco became its first pushbutton rail yard. The Great Northern ran through Skykomish, where one of its last wood-frame depots in the state still stands. In the cities, an electric interurban began carrying Yakima riders in 1907, and in 1962 Seattle opened a monorail for its World's Fair.

    The Northwest Railway Museum tells the big regional story, while the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad and the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum keep logging railroads running. The Northern Pacific era lives on at the Northern Pacific Railway Museum and the Inland Northwest Rail Museum, and the Great Northern at the Great Northern & Cascade Railway. For electric lines, ride the Yakima Valley Trolleys and the Seattle Center Monorail.

    Tips for Washington train outings

    • The Northwest Railway Museum recommends buying train tickets ahead; the ticket includes the Train Shed, which is at a different address from the depot.
    • Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad routes can change on short notice during track work, and the open-air car calls for a warm layer in mountain weather.
    • Chehalis-Centralia trains have no food service, so pack a box lunch and use the depot restrooms, which have baby changing stations, before boarding.
    • The Northern Pacific Railway Museum in Toppenish is closed from mid-October to May 1, though private docent tours can be booked by calling ahead.
    • Monorail ticket machines take cards and contactless payment only, with no cash.
    • At the Inland Northwest Rail Museum the path to the train ride is gravel, so a sturdy stroller works better than a small one.
    • Lake Whatcom Railway and the Washington State Railroads Historical Society museum in Pasco are not running regular public visits, so do not plan a day around them.

    Washington train day trips

    • Trip 1

      Snoqualmie Valley train weekend

      1. Northwest Railway MuseumSnoqualmie
      2. Issaquah Valley TrolleyIssaquah

      Ride the Northwest Railway Museum train between Snoqualmie and North Bend, which includes the Train Shed Exhibit Hall, then drive about 10 miles west to Issaquah. On days the Issaquah Valley Trolley runs, its 20-minute round trip from the historic depot is a gentle finish for small riders.

    • Trip 2

      Yakima Valley summer Saturday

      1. Yakima Valley TrolleysYakima
      2. Northern Pacific Railway MuseumToppenish

      Toppenish is about 18 miles from Yakima. In summer, ride the 6th Avenue Line trolley in Yakima, then head to the Northern Pacific Railway Museum, open Tuesday to Saturday from May 1 to October 15, for the 1911 depot, speeders and steam engine No. 1364. Saturday is the one day both are open.

    • Trip 3

      Seattle monorail and Tacoma model trains

      1. Seattle Center MonorailSeattle
      2. Washington State History MuseumTacoma

      Start with a two-minute monorail ride from Westlake Center to Seattle Center, then drive about 26 miles south to Tacoma. Spend the afternoon at the fifth-floor model railroad in the Washington State History Museum, a good indoor plan for a wet day.

    Holiday trains and seasonal days at Washington museums

    Fall and winter are busy on Washington's rails. For Halloween, the Northwest Railway Museum runs a Halloween Train with cider pressing, the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad heads to East Creek Junction on its Family Halloween Train, Chehalis-Centralia runs Pumpkin Trains, Chelatchie Prairie brings out its Headless Horseman, Yakima Valley Trolleys runs Halloween rides and Reardan hosts a Haunted Train. At Christmas, look for the North Pole Limited and Yuletide Express in Snoqualmie, Steam into Christmas near Mount Rainier, The Polar Express at Chehalis, Santa Trolleys in Yakima, Santa trains in Reardan and Yacolt, and the Model Train Festival in Tacoma. The Northwest Railway Museum also lists Day Out With Thomas on its calendar. Compare dates on our Washington Christmas train rides list and our Washington Halloween train rides guide.

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    From Rally Takes the Train, watercolor by Leslie Dunn.

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    Train museums in Oregon and Idaho

    Families in Vancouver are about 15 minutes from the Oregon Rail Heritage Center in Portland, home of steam locomotives SP 4449 and SP&S 700; from Seattle it is about 3 hr 20 min. Find it and more on our Oregon train museums page. From Spokane, the Silverwood Steam Engine Train in Athol, where a 1915 Porter steam locomotive circles a 3.2-mile loop, is about 55 minutes away; see our Idaho train museums for others in the Panhandle.

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    To make the trip itself part of the fun, our Amtrak Cascades with kids guide covers riding Washington's own Amtrak route with kids, and Chehalis families can note that Centralia station is about 6 miles from the depot.

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    Washington train museum FAQs

    What is the biggest train museum in Washington State?

    The Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie is the largest, and it calls itself the region's largest railway museum. It runs trains on 5.5 miles of historic track, keeps a 25,000 square foot Train Shed Exhibit Hall and a restoration workshop, and its Tripadvisor listing counts more than 70 locomotives, cars and specialized pieces in the collection.

    Are there free train rides in Washington?

    Yes. The Great Northern & Cascade Railway in Skykomish gives free rides on its 7 1/2 inch gauge railroad on weekends and holidays from May through October. In Snoqualmie, the Northwest Railway Museum's 1890 depot and grounds are free every day, and its Train Shed Exhibit Hall is free on Wednesdays through December 16, as of October 2026.

    Where can you ride a steam train in Washington?

    The Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad in Elbe is the place for steam. Its excursion runs from Elbe to Mineral and back in about 1 hour 15 minutes, with Nisqually River views and Mount Rainier on clear days. For 2026 it returned Porter No. 5, a 1925 locomotive, to service for the first time in decades. Trains run February to October.

    What is the best Washington train ride for toddlers?

    The Seattle Center Monorail is the easiest first ride for a toddler. It takes about two minutes, runs every day, and children 5 and under ride free. The Issaquah Valley Trolley, at about 20 minutes round trip, and the free miniature train rides in Skykomish are also good lengths for very young riders.

    What train museums are near Seattle?

    Several are within an hour of Seattle. The Seattle Center Monorail runs downtown, the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie and the Washington State History Museum's model railroad in Tacoma are each about 35 minutes away, and the Issaquah Valley Trolley is closer still. The Great Northern & Cascade Railway in Skykomish is about an hour out on Highway 2.

    Is there a train museum near Spokane?

    Yes, the Inland Northwest Rail Museum in Reardan is about 30 minutes west of Spokane. It covers 30 acres with outdoor locomotives and cars, a Union Pacific turntable, two floors of exhibits and operating model railroads. Admission includes a ride on the Reardan Rocket, and the museum is open Thursday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm, in 2026.

    Is there a train museum in Yakima?

    Yakima has the Yakima Valley Trolleys, an electric interurban line that has carried riders since 1907 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Summer rides on the 6th Avenue Line run on weekends and holidays, and the museum opens on ride days. The Northern Pacific Railway Museum in Toppenish is about 18 miles away.

    Where can families ride a train near Vancouver, Washington?

    The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad in Yacolt, about 25 minutes from Vancouver, is the closest. Volunteers run diesel excursions from downtown Yacolt through the forest and farmland of north Clark County, May through December. Themed trips include a Headless Horseman Halloween Train and weekend Christmas Santa trains, and tickets are sold online by date.

    Is there a train museum in Tacoma?

    Tacoma's Washington State History Museum holds the largest model railroad on permanent public view in Washington. The layout fills part of the fifth floor, is run by Puget Sound Model Railroad Engineers, and can be seen any time the museum is open with regular admission. Each holiday season it hosts the Model Train Festival, in its 30th year in 2026.

    How much does the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad cost?

    As of October 2026, the steam excursion costs $34 for adults and $15 for youth ages 6 to 17, and children under 6 ride free. Adults 18 and over can upgrade to the Parlor Car for $49. Departures leave Elbe at 11 am, 1:15 pm and 3:30 pm on operating days, and tickets are booked online.

    When does the Northwest Railway Museum train run?

    Trains run on Saturdays in February and March and on Saturdays and Sundays from April through September. Departures leave North Bend at 10:30 am, 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm, and Snoqualmie at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. The ticket includes the Train Shed Exhibit Hall, and holiday trains run later in the year.

    What is the Reardan Rocket at the Inland Northwest Rail Museum?

    The Reardan Rocket is a 2-foot gauge train that gives visitors a ride around the Inland Northwest Rail Museum. One ride is included with every admission, trains leave about every 45 minutes, and extra rides cost $2. Children under 5 get into the museum free, and birthday parties include unlimited rides.

    Is the Northern Pacific Railway Museum in Toppenish open now?

    Not for regular hours: the museum opens May 1 to October 15, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. Outside that season, private tours can be booked whenever a docent is available by calling (509) 865-1911. The restored 1911 depot holds a working telegraph office, a freight room of speeders and a yard of cars and steam engines.

    What is Northern Pacific No. 1364 in Toppenish?

    No. 1364 is a 1902 Northern Pacific steam locomotive that volunteers in Toppenish spent decades restoring. Bought in 1993, it passed its hydro test and federal certification, was fired on January 1, 2026 for the first time in 73 years, and moved under its own power that February. It lives in the museum's engine house, where a docent accompanies visitors.

    Is Chehalis-Centralia steam engine No. 15 still running?

    Not at the moment. No. 15, a 1916 Baldwin Mikado that hauled timber for about 30 years, awaits specialized repairs, and a three-year contract to resume its restoration is under way. Diesel No. 6 pulls the current Chehalis excursions, which run on weekends from May to early October plus themed trains like the Polar Express.

    Is there a Day Out With Thomas in Washington?

    The Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie lists Day Out With Thomas among its events. During that event the Snoqualmie Depot has limited access, so plan around it if you only want to visit the depot. Dates are posted on the museum's calendar, and the museum recommends buying train tickets in advance.

    Where are the Halloween train rides in Washington?

    Several Washington railroads run Halloween trains. Look for the Halloween Train in Snoqualmie, the Family Halloween Train to East Creek Junction near Mount Rainier, Pumpkin Trains at Chehalis-Centralia, the Headless Horseman Halloween Train in Yacolt, Halloween trolley rides in Yakima and the Haunted Train at the Inland Northwest Rail Museum in Reardan. Most book up, so buy tickets early.

    Is the Lake Whatcom Railway still running?

    Regular rides at the Lake Whatcom Railway in Wickersham appear to have ended, and no current public schedule is posted. The railway ran Northern Pacific steam engine 1070 with Pullman coaches more than 100 years old. Before planning a trip, call (360) 441-0719 or check its Facebook page for the latest news.

    How did railroads shape Washington State?

    Railroads decided where Washington's towns grew and how its timber reached market. Logging lines like the Tacoma Eastern ran toward Mount Rainier in the 1890s, the Northern Pacific and Great Northern crossed the state, and Pasco became the Northern Pacific's first pushbutton yard in 1955. Electric interurbans, like the Yakima line running since 1907, served the cities.

    Is the Seattle Center Monorail the original 1962 train?

    Yes. The Seattle Center Monorail still runs the two trains, Blue and Red, that Alweg built in West Germany in 1961 for the 1962 World's Fair. The monorail opened on March 24, 1962 and carried more than eight million riders during the fair. Today the city owns it, and fares cover its operating costs.

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