Quick Details
Make the day your own by choosing the ticket that best fits your group:
- Coach seating for a comfortable, classic rail journey
- Meal options including breakfast, boxed lunch, or dining-car service on select tickets
- Golden Sand Premium with reclining seating and breakfast and lunch included
- Private-car options for groups seeking a more exclusive experience
Review the inclusions shown with each ticket before checkout.
Coach Seating
Comfortable reserved seating — no meal included. Boxed lunches available for purchase on board.
Adult (ages 13+)
No meal
$ 60
Child (ages 2–12)
No meal · Must book with an adult
$ 50
Coach — with dining car meal
Coach seating with your choice of meal service in the dining car.
Breakfast & lunch
Adult (ages 13+)
$ 110
Child (ages 2–12)
Must book with an adult
$ 100
Breakfast only
Adult (ages 13+)
$ 85
Child (ages 2–12)
Must book with an adult
$ 75
Lunch only
Adult (ages 13+)
$ 85
Child (ages 2–12)
Must book with an adult
$ 75
Premium seating
First-class comfort with breakfast and lunch included.
Golden Sand Premium
First Class • Breakfast & Lunch Included
$ 130
Private Car Experience
Exclusive use of a private railcar for groups and special occasions.
Office Car 21
Seats up to 8 guests · Exclusive experience
$ 1800
Ride from Chattanooga to Historic Chickamauga
Board at Grand Junction Station in Chattanooga for a scenic round trip to Chickamauga, Georgia. The journey combines vintage rail travel with approximately 90 minutes to explore the walkable downtown at your own pace.
Visit the Gordon-Lee Mansion, stroll to Crawfish Springs, or stop at local shops and cafés before returning to the depot. Admission, purchases, and activities during the stopover are separate unless your ticket states otherwise.
Historic rail equipment has varying accessibility. If you have mobility or boarding questions, contact the ticket office before booking so the team can help identify the best available option.
Note: Pricing varies during Fall Premium dates (September through November).
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Extend select departures with the Chickamauga Turn Overnight Package, combining classic rail travel with a relaxed stay in historic Chickamauga.
Your package includes
- Round-trip train travel from Chattanooga
- Seated lunch in the dining car
- A private overnight suite for two at the Gordon-Lee Mansion
- Catered breakfast and depot-to-inn transfers
- A $100 dinner gift card for downtown Chickamauga
Packages start at $750 per couple. Dates and availability are limited; select Book Now to view current options.
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Please Note
Tickets are required for all guests ages 2 and older.
Train Car Options
Car assignments may vary by date and availability. Photos are representative.
Open Window Coach – Car 1000
Originally built in 1925 by the Pullman Company, Southern Railway 1000 is a heavyweight coach featuring a classic exterior and comfortable red interior seating.
Coach Car 661
A restored historic coach with a maroon exterior and a bright, comfortable interior featuring gray seating.
Coach Car 857
A stainless steel passenger car with a sleek exterior, burgundy seating, and blue carpeted flooring.
Coach Car 906
A beautifully restored coach offering a traditional maroon exterior, gray seating, and vintage luggage racks.
Golden Sand Premium – Premium Reclining Seats
Upgrade to premium reclining seats for added comfort, spacious seating, and large windows.
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Choose the experience that fits your day. Standard coach tickets are available without a meal, while select tickets add breakfast, a boxed lunch, or dining-car service. Golden Sand Premium includes breakfast and lunch.
- Coach: no meal, breakfast only, lunch only, or breakfast and lunch, depending on the ticket selected
- Golden Sand Premium: premium reclining seating with breakfast and lunch included
- Private car: options and inclusions are shown during booking
Menus may change based on availability. Please share dietary or allergy concerns before your trip; accommodations cannot be guaranteed.
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Plan on approximately six hours and 15 minutes for the full experience. Times may vary slightly with railroad operations.
- 9:15 a.m. — Depart Grand Junction Station in Chattanooga
- 11:15 a.m. — Arrive in Chickamauga
- 1:00 p.m. — Depart Chickamauga
- 3:30 p.m. — Return to Grand Junction Station
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Enjoy approximately 90 minutes in downtown Chickamauga. Visit the historic Gordon-Lee Mansion (admission purchased separately at the door), walk to Crawfish Springs, or explore local shops and cafés. An outdoor market may be available on select dates.
Because the stop is self-guided, choose the places that interest you most and allow time to return to the depot before departure.
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How long is the trip?
The full experience is approximately six hours and 15 minutes, including about 90 minutes in Chickamauga.
Where does the train depart?
Grand Junction Station, 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421.
What time does it leave and return?
The train is scheduled to depart at 9:15 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m. Railroad operations may cause slight changes.
Are meals included?
Meal inclusions depend on the ticket you select. Coach, boxed-lunch, dining-car, and premium options are displayed during booking.
Do young children need tickets?
Yes. Tickets are required for every guest age 2 and older.
Is the ride accessible?
Historic rail equipment has varying accessibility. Contact the ticket office before booking so the team can discuss your needs and the best available option.
What should I bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Bring a valid booking confirmation and arrive with enough time to board.
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The Chickamauga Turn operates on select dates from March 28 through November 1, 2026. Use Book Now to see live departure dates, seat types, meal choices, and availability.
Popular dates and premium options can sell out, so advance reservations are recommended.