FAQ's

Delaware & Ulster Railroad FAQ’s

Below you will find a list of some of our most commonly asked questions. Please visit our contact page and let us know if you have any other questions.

Question	Answer
Do you currently have any trains running?	Yes! As of July 4th 2026, trains will resume operation out of our Arkville Depot. Please check the website and social media for times and future departures.
How early do I need to arrive to be on time for the train?	You should plan on being at our Arkville Station; about 20 – 30 minutes prior to departure.
How long is the ride?	Riders this summer can expect a train ride of around 45 minutes, following the part of the same route as in the glory days of the DURR when trains ran every weekend to Halcottsville and Roxbury.
Can I bring along “that old gang of mine?”	Yes, we offer group discounts for 20 or more passengers when the group is paying the adult full-fare, and make a prior reservation as a group.
How far of walk is it from the parking area?	General parking is on the lower field, a short walk to the station. For those who have mobility challenges and need accessibility access, there is a small number of spots near the train depot. We ask everyone who is able to walk to park on the lower field.
Does the train have restrooms?	We have restrooms at our Arkville Station. There are no restrooms on the train.
Are pets allowed on the trains?	Yes. Service Dogs are accommodated on all trains on the Delaware & Ulster Railroad. While all other dogs are permitted in the open air car seating provided they are on a leash and are taken at the owners liability.
Is it true, only the engines can smoke at the Delaware & Ulster Railroad?	The Delaware & Ulster Railroad requests under New York State law’s governing railroads and public transportation, that passengers refrain from smoking or using other smoking devices for safety and health concerns on our trains, at our stations and platforms. Your cooperation with this policy ensures that everyone has a pleasant and safe visit to our railroad.
How many steps must I climb to board the train?	At the Arkville Depot, you can board our trains without any steps.
Do trains run in snow and rain?	Our trains run on most rainy or early season snowy days! You can check our website or call the Stationmaster at (845) 586 – 3877 for changes to our schedules in the event of stormy weather!
Are reservations really necessary?	Yes, in order to make sure the train departs on time, and to ensure space is available in the event that the train sells out, riders should book their tickets ahead of time.
Is the train air-conditioned?	Our Excursion Train normally has open-air cars that are very popular with seeing the vistas along the way during the Spring – Summer – Autumn seasons.
Where are you located?	The Delaware & Ulster Railroad is located at 43510 New York State Route 28, Arkville, New York 12406. Our railroad is approximately 1-hour west of Exit 19 (Kingston) on the New York State Thruway.
Are the trips narrated?	Many of our passengers like to enjoy the sights and sounds of the train journey without any direct commentary, but our train crews or staff are always available to answer any questions, and they will point our scenes along the route. Trip guides are available from the station or train crew staff.
Are there places to have lunch or meals nearby?	You can also check our Attractions page to find places to find lunch or a special snack or beverages.
What else is there to do when I'm at the Delaware & Ulster Railroad?	To find out what is going on directly around the Delaware & Ulster Railroad Station in Arkville, we suggest checking out visitarkville.com and you can find places to eat, stay and enjoy by visiting greatwesterncatskills.com.