Rides 7 times a day, 7 days a week
Take a narrated 35-minute scenic ride from Virginia City to Gold Hill and back aboard the legendary Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Travel historic rails once used to carry passengers, dignitaries, and millions of dollars in Comstock gold and silver ore.
Enjoy sweeping high-desert scenery, remnants of old mines, and perhaps even wild horses along the tracks. On most departures, you can step off in Gold Hill and return on a later train that same day.
November 29 – December 20
Climb aboard the Candy Cane Express for a festive holiday adventure on the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Enjoy a magical ride filled with Christmas cheer, holiday decorations and plenty of family fun.
The train visits Santa’s Village, where Santa and his elves greet arriving passengers. Santa may even climb aboard for a visit, while his elves join the train to help make the journey merry and bright.
November 29 – December 19
Experience the magic of the holidays aboard the Electric Holiday Train O’ Lights! Thousands of twinkling lights transform the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad into a glowing Christmas adventure through the mountains.
Along the way, visit Santa’s Village, where Santa and his elves greet the train. Santa may even hop aboard for a visit, while his elves join passengers for a festive ride filled with holiday cheer.
Celebrate Fall Aboard the Virginia & Truckee Railroad
Celebrate fall aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad! Climb aboard in Virginia City for a scenic train ride through Nevada’s beautiful high desert to our Pumpkin Patch, where everyone can choose a pumpkin to take home.
Travel the historic rails of the legendary Comstock, with sweeping mountain views, remnants of old mines, and a few tales from Virginia City’s colorful — and sometimes spooky — past. Find the perfect pumpkin, climb back aboard, and enjoy the ride home.
It’s a little bit fall, a little bit Halloween, and a whole lot of fun.
A Haunted Halloween Ride Through the Historic Comstock
When darkness falls over Virginia City, climb aboard the V&T for a haunting ride through the historic Comstock toward the Gold Hill Graveyard — and a chilling encounter with the Executioner.
Beneath the night sky, restless souls emerge from the shadows and old mine ruins take on an entirely different character. It’s 40 minutes of Halloween thrills, haunted history, and just enough fright to keep you looking over your shoulder.
Dress warmly, bring your courage, and prepare for a ride you won’t soon forget.
Introducing RailZephyr — Guided Railbike Adventures
There’s a new way to experience Nevada’s legendary railroad. Our partner, RailZephyr, invites you to climb aboard a two-person electric-assist railbike for a guided adventure through the Carson River Canyon.
Pedal along historic V&T tracks, take in sweeping high-desert scenery, and enjoy the ride as electric assist helps with the hills. It’s an easygoing, one-hour outdoor adventure built for two.
Special introductory price — just $99 for two people on your own railbike.
Celebrating 50 Years of the Virginia & Truckee Railroad
Honoring the Generations Who've Kept the Journey Alive
We began service on July 2, 1976, as America celebrated its Bicentennial. Fifty years later, as the nation marks its 250th anniversary, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad celebrates a milestone of its own.
For five decades, we've kept the history, landscapes, and stories of the Comstock alive for generations of passengers. As we celebrate our 50th anniversary, we thank everyone who has ridden with us, supported us, and helped keep this remarkable railroad journey alive.
Filming on the V&T
Interested in filming on one of America’s most historic railroads? The V&T offers vintage railroad equipment, historic depots, miles of track, and dramatic Comstock scenery for film, television, commercial, and photography projects.
