Ride Up Front With The Engineer On This Indiana Train

There's something about train travel that never really loses its magic, and the French Lick Scenic Railway is offering a way to take your train experience even further.

A Ride Most Passengers Never Get To See

The railway has introduced a new Cab Ride Experience, giving up to two guests the chance to ride inside the engine cab alongside the train engineer during select excursions.

It's a perspective most people never get. Instead of looking out from a passenger car, riders are up front, hearing the mechanics of the locomotive in real time and watching the tracks unfold from the engineer's point of view.

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What's Included With The Cab Ride Experience

This isn't just a seat upgrade. The experience also comes with a few extras designed to make it feel like more than a one-time ride:

• A commemorative enamel pin featuring the engine number
• An official engineer hat
• A book highlighting the history of the railway
• A one-year membership to the French Lick Scenic Railway

It's positioned as a behind-the-scenes look at how the railway operates, combined with a keepsake package for those who want something memorable out of the trip.

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Limited Availability On Select Trips

Cab access is limited to just two guests per ride, and it's only available on select excursions. That means availability is expected to be tight, especially during peak travel seasons.

Anyone interested will need to call the railway directly for pricing and booking details: call 1-800-74-TRAIN

A Different Way To Experience Southern Indiana

The French Lick Scenic Railway has long been a draw for visitors exploring southern Indiana, offering a slower, scenic way to take in the area.

This new option adds something a little more immersive for those who want to go beyond the standard ride and see how the experience works from the front of the train.