Wilmington & Western Railroad

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🎃 2026 Halloween season

Wilmington & Western Railroad Halloween Express 2026

Wilmington, DE

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Wilmington & Western Railroad runs Halloween Express for the 2026 season from Wilmington, DE. 1.5-hour Halloween round-trip from Greenbank Station to the Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove with $10 costume tickets. The 2026 calendar typically runs october; firm dates haven't been posted yet. Tickets are listed at $10–$20. October weekends routinely sell out before the rest of the calendar, so booking early matters.

2026 dates

October

Not yet posted — operator typically publishes in summer.

Price range

$10–$20

Event

Halloween Express

Where to stay

Bookings through this map support usatrainrides at no extra cost.

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Frequently asked

Where does the train depart from?
Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pike (Route 41 North), Wilmington, DE 19808.
Is there a costume discount?
Yes — all passengers in costume (adult and child) ride for just $10.
How long is the ride?
A 1.5-hour round-trip to the Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove.

More about Wilmington & Western Railroad

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