Schedules & Fares
2020 Train & Riverboat Excursion Operations
Saturdays July 18 – September 26
Departure Times
Saturdays July 18 – September 26 – 11:00 am
Steam Train & Riverboat Connection – 2.5 hours round trip
*August 15th also has 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm Steam Train & Riverboat Connection – 2.5 hours round trip
* August 22nd also has 12:30 pm Steam Train & Riverboat Connection – 2.5 hours round trip
2020 Fares
Steam Train & Riverboat Combination Coach Seating
Saturdays July 18 – September 26
$34.95 per person
Important Info
- The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat is following protocol based on State of Connecticut and CDC guidelines to keep our customers and employees safe.
- You are required to wear a mask while on the property and unable to maintain 6 foot social distancing. You may lower your mask when seated on your excursion. Our crew will be wearing masks at all times.
- Our buildings, including the gift shop and Trackside Cafe are closed to the public at this time. Public restrooms will remain open and be sanitized regularly.
- The Becky Thatcher snack bar will only be serving non-alcoholic canned or bottled beverages.
- Please wash your hands often and make frequent use of sanitization stations.
- Our train cars and the Becky Thatcher riverboat will be regularly sanitized for customer and employee safety.
- Always maintain a safe social distance from other guests.
- If you are feeling ill, please be respectful and stay home.