Your day out with Ravenglass Railway
We've made it easy for you to plan your Lake District steam train day out here, with lots of handy information. View our daily timetable for all train departures from Ravenglass and Dalegarth stations, find out about our fares, and book your tickets. You can also find out more about the First Class and Pullman Observation carriage upgrade options, and experience days that we offer. Why not treat yourself or a loved one?
As part of your fare, you can enjoy a few extras on us, children's outdoor play areas at both main stations, access to a variety of walking routes to suit all ages, steam train photo opportunities, and a visit to the Ravenglass Railway Museum (free entry, donations welcome) to find out more about 'our story'.
Our intermediate stations are now open but please note, they are request stops. However, the train will only stop if there is space on board. It is not possible to book tickets to or from these stations in advance but tickets can be bought from the guard using cash. Please observe station signage.
A single journey on the railway line takes approximately 40 minutes. We accept dogs, bicycles, and wheelchairs on our trains but please read below for further information. Please note that dogs are not permitted on trains at our special events.
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway fares
Find ticket prices and buy Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway tickets online here. Please read our guidance here to book ATOC, Preservation Society and Heritage Railway Association tickets.
Train Tickets
Find your fare by choosing from our many train ticket options below.
| Ticket Type | Return Trip | One Way Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £20.00 | £14.00 |
| Child (3-17) | £14.00 | £10.00 |
| Child (under 3) | Free | Free |
| Adult Pullman (Joan Observation Carriage) | £30.00 | £19.00 |
| Child Pullman (Joan Observation Carriage) | £24.00 | £15.00 |
| Adult 1st Class | £28.00 | £18.00 |
| Child 1st Class | £22.00 | £14.00 |
| 4 Adults | £70.00 | £49.00 |
| Family (2 adults & 2 children) | £61.00 | £43.00 |
| Family (1 adult & 2 children) | £41.00 | £29.00 |
| Dog Ticket ( all day ) | £1.50 | - |
Upgrade Options
For just a small fee, you can upgrade your fare for First Class tickets or take a special trip in our Pullman Observation Carriage 'Joan', with panoramic views. Director Saloon 'Ruth' compartments are available to hire for single and return journeys (maximum 4 seats inside & 2 outside).
| Ticket Type | Fare |
|---|---|
| Joan Upgrade | Prices from £5.00 (extra) |
| First Class Upgrade | Prices from £4.00 (extra) |
Optional Extras
More information regarding our carriage upgrades, including our 'Joan', 'Ruth' and First-Class Saloon carriages can be found here.
Cream Tea On The Move Experience
An exclusive experience for two people in our Director Saloon 'Ruth'. Arrive at Ravenglass station and board your 'Ruth' compartment for the return steam railway journey up the line. On board, enjoy a scrumptious cream tea and you even get to take away our souvenir cup as a memento of your day out. Please note dogs are not permitted in this carriage, except for assistance dogs.
(D)= Diesel Service
| Ravenglass Departure | Dalegarth Departure |
|---|---|
| 11:25 | 12:50 |
| 13:50 | 15:10 |
Exclusive Cream Tea On The Move Experience in Director Saloon 'Ruth'
£150 for 2 persons
Enjoy a cream tea on board a steam train! Our 'Cream Tea on the Move' consists of tea/coffee in a souvenir keeping cup, a selection of sandwiches, quiche, sausage rolls, scones with butter, jam and clotted cream, and a cake selection. Please note products may vary from the image. Picture of keeping cup not supplied. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Cream Tea & Steam Experiences
Our much-loved Cream Tea & Steam experience takes you on a gorgeous 14-mile return trip with a stop-off at Dalegarth café for a cream tea. We have four options available too ! Add a touch of sparkle and 1st class travel to your gift or just an extra treat for you.
| Ravenglass Departure | Dalegarth Arrival | Cream Tea Sitting Time | Dalegarth Departure | Ravenglass Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:25 | 12:05 | 12:15 | 14:10 | 14:50 |
| 12:50 | 13:30 | 13:45 | 15:10 | 15:50 |
| 13:50 | 14:30 | 15:00 | 16:10 | 16:50 |
Afternoon cream tea & steam experiences at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
£60.00 for two persons Add some sparkle £70 for two persons
Enjoy a delicious selection of sandwiches (ham, cheese, egg mayo, and tuna mayo) and a fruit scone with butter, jam, and clotted cream, with tea or coffee at one of our station cafes. You can add some bubbles to the occasion and upgrade to our 'sparkle' package. Perfect for a special occasion, a gift or if you just fancy a treat! Please call us after purchase to book in your date and time of travel. We unable to accept walk up cream teas or experience bookings on the day.
Local Resident Passes
Apply for a local resident's pass, or renew your current pass and you can enjoy 50% off fares (excludes experiences and first class upgrades). The residents pass is only available for customers living in postcodes beginning with LA or CA.
Click the link below to email us with your request. Please make sure that you include a photo of your proof of address in the email.
