Rusk TurnTable Run- 2025

SECURE YOUR SPOT ON OUR NEW RIDE DEPARTING FROM RUSK!

  • March 27th, April 3rd & 17th, May 1st & 15th, June 5th & 15th, July 10th & 24th, Aug 14th & 21st, Sept 11th & 18th, Oct 2nd & 16th
  • 11:00 am
  • 12:30 pm

All Aboard!

  • This trip is approximately 1.5 hours round-trip
  • Depart from the historic Rusk Depot
  • Where History & Adventure Meet!
  • Climate-controlled cars with restrooms available
  • Several seating options and rates are available for this excursion.

Texas State Railroad invites you to join us on our newly added Rusk Turntable Excursion. Departing from the beautiful Rusk, TX Rail Depot, we will dive into the beautiful sights of the Piney Woods as well as deep into history traversing the tracks to the Locomotive / Railcar turntable located in Maydelle TX. The Locomotive / Railcar turntable was built in the 1890’s and you will be able to witness the ages-old technology as we will turn the locomotive for our return trip back to the Rusk, TX Rail Depot. (1.5 hour round-trip journey)

Several pricing and seating options are available.  ADA-compliant coaches are available but must be booked through our reservations desk.

This is such a cool & historic ride!

Thomas E.

I had the time of my life riding in this vintage train…it was my birthday gift from my children…it had been one of my bucket list wishes…

Margaret W.

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Service Suspension Notice – June 12-14 and June 20-21, 2025

Due to inclement weather and for the safety of our guests and crew, all Texas State Railroad train excursions scheduled for Thursday, June 12, Friday, June 13, Saturday, June 14, Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21, 2025 have been cancelled.

What this means for you:

  • All tickets for excursions on these dates are eligible for a full refund or rescheduling, per our standard cancellation and refund policy
  • Our Reservations Team is available to assist you with rebooking at 1‑855‑632‑7729 or via email at tsrrinfo@jag‑transport.com.
    Please note we are experiencing high-call volume, so please leave a message and we will be in touch as soon as possible.     
  • We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding—guest safety is our top priority.


Please monitor our website and social media channels for updates on resumed operations. We look forward to welcoming you aboard soon, under better skies!

Stay safe, and thank you for your continued support.

The Texas State Railroad Team