Does my child need a car seat? It is not necessary to bring car seats for children.
Are there bathrooms on the train? Yes there are limited bathrooms located on the train, as well as at the halfway point in Cuzco.
What is there to do in Cuzco? The train is in Cuzco for only about 10 minutes in order to provide an opportunity to use the restrooms, stretch your legs and give the crew time to prepare the train for its return trip to French Lick.
How long is the trip? The trip is 20 miles round trip with a short 10 minute stop in Cuzco. It takes approximately 1 3/4 hours (slightly longer on robbery weekends)
Are the trips steam or diesel powered? Currently all trips are powered by diesel locomotives.
When are the robbery weekends? For more information see our Robbery page.
Are the robberies suitable for young children? The robberies are comparable to watching an old western movie on television. There are loud noises from black powder pistols, a staged gun battle, and horses.
What time zone does the Museum follow? The museum is on Eastern Time all year round. The Museum does observe Daylight Savings Time. Please call prior to your trip if you are unsure of the local time zone in French Lick.
Are there discounts available? Yes. Please see our Discounts & Groups page.
Are food and drink available on the train? Yes. Drinks and snacks (i.e. popcorn, cookies, candy bars, crackers, etc...) are available on the train. Popcorn and drinks are available in the Museum Store.
How soon before departure time should I arrive? It is recommended that you arrive at least 20-30 minutes before departure. On holiday or robbery weekends, as wells as Tuesday trips, you may want to arrive 45 minutes before departure.
Can I make reservations? Yes. Please see www.ticketweb.com for more details.
Does the train have heating and air conditioning? The train does have heat during the cooler months. Some cars do have air conditioning. Keep in mind these cars are 1920's era, and the air conditioning only works somewhat during the hotter months.
What credit cards does the Museum accept? The Museum currently accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. The Museum does not have a debit card feature offering cash back. ATMs are located only a short distance from the Museum.
Does the Museum accept personal checks? The Museum does not accept personal checks for fares or for purchases in the museum store. Group reservations made in advance may be paid using a personal check. For further questions contact Teresa at 1-800-74-TRAIN.
How do I get to the Museum? Please see the directions section located on the Visitor Info page.
Is there a gift shop? Yes the Museum does have a Museum Store featuring a variety of items. A small portion of what is offered is viewable online at our Museum Store page.
Are there opportunities to volunteer? Yes. Please see the Volunteer page for more information.
Can I become a member of the Indiana Railway Museum? Yes. Please see our Membership page for more information.
Does the Museum run trains from French Lick to Jasper? Service between Jasper and French Lick is offered on a scheduled basis. Please visit www.spiritofjasper.com for more information.
Can I smoke onboard the train? No. Smoking is not permitted on the train, however during the stop at Cuzco, smoking is permitted outside of the train.
Is there a picnic area near the Museum? Yes. The Museum has several picnic tables that are available for use by our visitors. Most of these are under a roof. Use of these tables is on a first come - first served basis.