The Essex Clipper Dinner Train
Dinner train — Essex
A 2.5-hour dinner excursion aboard restored 1920s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive, with a four-course meal during a Connecticut River Valley journey. Departures board at Essex Station; advance reservations are required and passengers must be 18 or older — confirm current dates, menu, accessibility, and terms before booking.
Railroad Connection
The meal is served in restored 1920s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive. Operated by Essex Steam Train & Riverboat.
A true white-tablecloth dinner train in restored 1920s Pullman diners on a heritage line running since 1971.
History
Valley Railroad Company says it has served the lower Connecticut River Valley since 1971 and operates vintage rail equipment to preserve transportation heritage.
Details
- Location: Essex Station, 1 Railroad Ave., Essex, CT 06426
- Official website: https://essexsteamtrain.com/dinner-train/