Book Your Blue Ridge Train Ride

All aboard for an unforgettable journey through the North Georgia countryside.

Departing from downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, Blue Ridge Railway takes you on a relaxing journey through the North Georgia mountains to the sister cities of McCaysville, GA, and Copperhill, TN.

Travel alongside the winding Toccoa River, through the rolling Appalachian countryside, and hear stories about the history of the area from our car hosts along the way.

Choose your experience and book your Blue Ridge train ride today.

How To Purchase Tickets:

Step 1: Learn About Coach Types
Step 2: Select Your Experience
Step 3: Come Aboard & Enjoy

Step 1: Learn About Each Coach Type


We offer a variety of different coach types for your trip, each one offering a unique experience aboard our train. Learn more about our coach types below.

Open Air Coach
Open Air Coach

#2929, #2975, #114

Suitable for All Ages.
- Large open windows*, great for viewing scenery
- Long bench-style seating facing out to open air
- Padded Seats
- Restrooms available during trip

*Vinyl Windows are installed in winter months for heat retention

Suitable for All Ages.
- Large open windows*, great for viewing scenery
- Long bench-style seating facing out to open air
- Padded Seats
- Restrooms available during trip

*Vinyl Windows are installed in winter months for heat retention

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Step 2: Select Your Experience & Date of Travel

Pick Your Experience

Roundtrip ride along the Toccoa River
No layover • Quick and relaxing

*Only available on select dates

Scenic roundtrip ride + 2-hour layover
Visit McCaysville, GA & Copperhill, TN
Time to shop, dine, and explore

Spring Rides

Feb 28 – May 31
2026

Summer Rides

June 1 – Sept 18
2026

Firecracker Special

Friday, July 3 2026

Fall Rides

Sept 19 – Nov 3 
2026

Winter Rides

Nov 5, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Holiday Special Rides

Nov 27 – Dec 24
2026

Locomotive Cab Rides

Ride Along With Our Engineer

Private Caboose

For Parties Up To 10 People

Rail Bikes

Feb 28 – Dec 24
2026

Click Here For The Full 2026 Calendar (PDF)

Download A McCaysville/Copperhill Walking Map: Click Here

FAQ

Our Depot Is Located at 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.

You will be allowed to board the train 30 minutes prior to departure.

Car 405 is our handicap accessible coach. This Open-Air car is equipped with both stair and lift access, along with a handicap bathroom. To make reservations for this car, please contact a ticket agent at 877-413-8724. These tickets are not available online, so they aren’t booked by passengers that don’t require assistance.

There are approximately 5 steps to climb aboard your coach/car. If anyone in your party has mobility issues, please call (877) 413 8724 to speak with someone about assistance.

We have a concession car located in the middle of the train. There you can purchase cold/hot beverages, snacks, candy, etc.

Please purchase tickets in advance to ensure availability. We do not recommend purchasing tickets the day of, as rides sell out weeks in advance and we can not guarantee we will have tickets available. 

It is HIGHLY recommended that you and your party arrive 45 minutes prior to departure (Please see your confirmation email for your departure time). This will provide adequate time for you to park and pick up your tickets.

Blue Ridge Railway operates in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and permits Service Animals on Property. Under the ADA, a Service Animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. The work or task the dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability.

Emotional support, comfort and companionship animals are Not Covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act and are not allowed on Property.

Requirements For ADA Compliant Service Animals on Property:

● The Service Animal must be harnessed or on a leash, house broken, and under the owner’s control at all times.

● The Service Animal must remain on the floor and is Not Allowed on any furniture at any time. The service animal cannot be held by the owner.

● If the Service Animal disrupts the journey for anyone else, we will have to consider alternative seating options for the service animal and its owner.

● You must inform our ticket office staff, prior to your scheduled train departure, that you have an ADA Compliant Service Animal.

For additional information and definitions of Service Animals please visit the ADA website: Click To View

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