North Shore Scenic Railroad

Charter a train for a unique way to host your event. From school groups to large company parties, the North Shore Scenic Railroad will work with you to make an event that will be unforgettable. Below you’ll see that a “group rate” is based on joining an excursion that is already operating. A “charter” is running an excursion exclusively for your private party. In most cases, a charter adds private traincars to an already operating public excursion.

Below is basic sample pricing for Groups and Charter rates. Please contact us to find out more or make reservations.
Please note that prices vary based on equipment availability, schedules, weekends, and special events. All pricing is updated as of January, 2023

Group Rates

Group Size: 10 – 19 people ($2 off)	Group Size: 20 or more ($3 off)
The Duluth Zephyr COACH: Adult (14 and over): $20.00 Child (3 to 13): $9.00FIRST CLASS: Adults & Children: $40	The Duluth Zephyr COACH: Adult (14 and over): $19.00 Child (3 to 13): $8.00 FIRST CLASS: Adults & Children: $39
The Pizza Party Express Adult (14 and over): $32.00 Child (3 to 13): $20.00	The Pizza Party Express Adult (14 and over): $31.00 Child (3 to 13): $19.00
Two Harbors Turn Adult (14 and over): $73.00 Child (3 to 13): $63.00	Two Harbors Turn Adult (14 and over): $72.00 Child (3 to 13): $62.00

A non-refundable deposit/payment of $50 is due immediately in order to hold a reservation, along with a (refundable) deposit of 1/2 the total costs is required at the time of the reservation. Final numbers and final payment are needed atleast 10 days prior to departure. This will be the final payment with no refunds for any parties who aren’t present the day of the excursion.

Charter Rates

Groups larger than 50 people, or requesting private coaches (based on equipment availability):

Consist	Riders	Zephyr Route Round-Trip, 75-mins	Palmers Siding Round-Trip, 2.5 hrs (or Knife River)	Two Harbors One Way, 2 hours	Two Harbors Round Trip, 4+ hours**
Engine + 1 Coach	60	$1,550	$1,650	$2,000	$2,050
Engine + 2 Coaches	120	$1,650	$1,850	$2,250	$2,300
Engine + 3 Coaches	180	$2,000	$2,200	$2,500	$2,600
Dining Car, Dome/Lounge Car, Diner, or Rainier Club Only available as add-ons to charter	varies	$1,150	$1,400	$1,700	$1,700
Concession Car (standing area only)	0	$300	$400	$500	$500
Coach seating added (to existing scheduled train – based on availability)	50-80	$1,250	$1,350	$1,450	$1,450
There are many other options available, please call for more info.	Prices vary depending on train schedule and equipment availability. Large groups may be required to “buy-out” public excursions in order to accommodate schedules. Fall Color Tour, Steam Powered Trains, and other Special Excursion Packages are subject to additional Premium Service fees (usually a $250 additional fee starting after Labor Day) Two harbors is about 4 hours round trip, but a 2 hour stop is scheduled into the pricing, additional time may be subject to additional charges. Above “Engine” is priced for diesel power. Steam Powered Charters start at $3,500 and use “Coach Only” price for capacity Call Josh for more info: (218) 733-7594 or contact us for reservations.**

The prices listed for Charters and Groups are subject to change. Please contact for the most updated pricing. *Pricing will vary for Steam or Fall Colors special excursions