Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad

“Elkins Winter Special All aboard for a scenic, vintage diesel-powered adventure! 🚂 This 4.5-hour passenger train experience departs at 11 AM from the beautifully restored Elkins Depot on Railroad Avenue, and from the moment you roll out, it feels like stepping back in time. The route hugs the historic Tygart River all the way to Tygart Junction, with a return stop at the iconic Golden Rule building. Along the way, you’ll glide past the remains of riverside ghost towns, towering coke ovens, and old coal loadouts — it’s like a moving history lesson with front-row seats. But it’s not just about history. Keep your camera ready for rushing river rapids, massive boulders, the postcard-perfect Wilmoth Falls, and the stunning meeting point of the Middle Fork and Tygart Rivers. The views alone are worth the ride! And new this year — a 45-minute stop at the historic Golden Rule building in Belington, WV! On the return trip, you’ll get to explore local history, check out a restored water-powered elevator, watch activity in a working railyard, and browse local artisan markets for unique finds. History, scenery, small-town charm, and a vintage train ride all wrapped into one unforgettable day. Let’s ride! 🚞✨”

“Rode the New Tygart Flyer up to High Falls at Shavers Fork. We were in the parlor car and our host, tour guide and server was Beth, who was wonderful. Beth provided and served all the food and beverages with a kind and friendly smile. The trip took a couple hours to the top to see the falls. At the top of the end there is a 33° bend in the track the train could not travel over. In fact, according to tour guide Mary this is the sharpest RR curve east of the Sierra Nevada. We had absolutely wonderful weather, the leaves were changing and couldn’t have asked for a better day. The trip was really enjoyable, I highly recommend taking the tour. Free parking is available at the station. Parlor car cost is $110/person.”

“Yes, it is amazing!!! The ride is super fun!!! The area is breathtaking with beauty. Durbin, West Virginia is an extremely small town without much other than the railroad. The train travels along The Greenbriar River and comes to a stop at a Caboose hotel. You can move all around the train cars and enjoy the views from every angle. At the stop, everyone is allowed to get off of the train and check out the river and all of the surroundings. The very best part is the engineer, he gave us all an entertaining history of the railroad and the area.”

“A great short rail experience. We had a round trip over four hours. It included a light lunch and a stop on the way back. While on the train the staff is truly dedicated as well as friendly. Sitting four four hours let's you take in the countryside, learn about it, and perhaps make some new friends.”