Leisurely trip (45 miles rt in 4 hours). Continue your visit to www.tripadvisor.ca, Things to do near Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad. more, This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC, Visitor Centres, Historic Sites, History Museums, Mountains, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Forests. This train ride was a nice time to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Use at your own risk. Beautiful two hour steam train ride! We took this ride on September 19, 2013. more. The leaves were turning so the trip was extra special. It would be nice if folks changed sides on the return trip so everyone has a chance to see the downhill side. This car is for children over 12 and adults only. they you return the way you came. This ride began at 11:00 am, the car was sold out in advance - for crying out loud - run to Walmart and buy some Diet Coke. We grab a seat on any one we find. Very enjoyable trip. The sway of the train, the sunlight through the window and the great conversation with table mates was very enjoyable. New Tygart Flyer departs from the depot at 315 Railroad Ave. A 4-hour, 46-mile round-trip takes passengers by train along the Shavers Fork River through an “S” curve tunnel, across a bridge over the Cheat River, and to an 18-foot-high waterfall. There is a Stop and Shop Rail Depot at the Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad. ... New Tygert Flyer - Take the Parlor Car! The kept monitored it constantly but were running against the clock to get back on time. You are served lunch at your table there. The little differences more than outdo the familiar aspects. The trains depart from small towns and cities along their specific route to take passengers through some beautiful scenery of West Virginia. Trip includes a 30-45 minute stop-over at the Falls and an on-board cold sandwich buffet. Individual chairs at the tables are the most comfortable we have encountered on 20 other train rides. Great ride, wonderful scenery, friendly people and a very nice lunch. We loved the Cass Scenic Railroad trip but found this one to be bland. The train runs at varied times throughout the year starting in May, running Saturday and Sunday's. We left the station at 11:00AM. The shorter trips would be fine if your children are into trains but not the 8 hour trip. My only disappointment was they only served corned beef or roast beef for the sandwiches - not a lot of variety. Slow comfortable ride and fun water stop to take photos. During July to October the train runs from Thursday to Sunday all month. No alcoholic beverages on board. To ensure a smooth, comfortable ride for passengers, the train is a climate controlled. Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad: Parlor Car - Yes it is worth the money!!!!! 44 contributions 3 helpful votes. We learned quite a bit of local history, which was wonderful... Great team running the train. Would not take young kids because it is 8 plus hours and no real activity except watching scenery as the train goes along. This wilderness excursion features mountain grades, an “S” curve tunnel, a high bridge and miles of unspoiled mountain views. All reviews parlor car cookies tygart flyer cheat river high falls sandwiches train ride cold cuts lunch buffet salad hour trip return trip roast beef great ride durbin rocket tables and chairs hot chocolate .