The Missionary Ridge Local offers you the perfect "bite sized" train ride. At 50 to 55 minutes, this 6-mile round trip packs quite the punch.
Experience one of the original rail lines into Chattanooga. Along the way you get to witness two unique methods of turning a train around: the better known turntable, and the wye (think of doing a three-point turn with your car and you're close). One of the highlights of the trip is riding through Missionary Ridge Tunnel, a.k.a. the Chattanooga, Harrison, Georgetown, & Charleston Railroad Tunnel, especially noted for it's uniqueness as a horseshoe tunnel. The bottom of the tunnel actually pinches in so that as it rises, the sides curve out before curving back in to form the roof. You'll also receive a guided tour of our East Chattanooga Back Shop after watching the turntable demonstration.
The Missionary Ridge Local trip length is typically 50-55 minutes and the motive power is either steam or vintage diesel locomotive.
Tickets
Adults: $14.00
Children (age 3-12): $8.00
No charge for children under age 3.
Tickets are purchased as walk-up only on the day of the trip. The boarding location is Grand Junction Station (directions, info).
Schedule
All times are for departures from Grand Junction Station and are Eastern time.
Check our schedule calendar to see a color-coded listing for service on a day-by-day basis.
| 10:40 AM |
| 12:05 PM |
Tuesdays through Fridays: March 18 through March 28 and Monday through Fridays: April 1 through May 23 and Tuesdays through Fridays: August 12 through October 31 and Fridays: Nov 7, 14, and 21 |
| 10:40 AM |
| 12:05 PM |
| 1:15 PM |
| 2:25 PM |
| 3:35 PM |
ALL SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS OF SEASON: March 1 through November 29 and Mondays through Fridays: May 26 through August 8 |
Special group rates available for groups of 20 or more, and charter trips can be arranged for groups of 40 or more. Contact the TVRM office for information.
