Virginia Scenic Railway

The Virginia Scenic Railway offers a memorable heritage rail experience that celebrates the rich railroad history of Virginia while showcasing the spectacular landscapes of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge region. Operating from the historic railroad town of Staunton, the railway hosts excursions such as the Blue Ridge Flyer and Alleghany Special, taking passengers through mountain vistas, rolling farmland, deep river valleys, and scenic countryside aboard beautifully restored passenger cars. The heritage atmosphere is enhanced through classic rail travel traditions, vintage-inspired accommodations, and narration that highlights the region’s railroad legacy and cultural history. One of the railway’s most unique aspects is that it operates on the active freight network of the Buckingham Branch Railroad, allowing guests to experience authentic railroading on one of Virginia’s most important short-line railroads while enjoying some of the state’s most breathtaking scenery.