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CAYUGA LEAF TRAIN
90-minute and all-day fall color trips departing Waterloo

90-minute trip
OCTOBER 2,3,4,9,10,11,16,17,18, 25

Fridays: 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Saturday:
10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM
Sunday:
12:00 PM and 3:00 PM

All-day excursion
OCTOBER 24

Saturday: Departure at 9:30 AM

TICKET PRICES

Ticket fares begin at $45 per person.
Explore accommodations below.

DURATION

90-minutes roundtrip on October 2nd-31st
6-hour roundtrip on October 24th

PARKING & BOARDING

All trains depart 210 West Williams Street Waterloo, NY, 13165 unless otherwise noted.
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CAYUGA LEAF LIMITED FALL COLOR TRAIN

The Cayuga Leaf Limited returns to the Finger Lakes in fall 2026, inviting passengers to experience the region’s changing autumn scenery aboard a trip to Aurelius or a trip to Martisco! Ticket sales begin Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00 PM.

90-MINUTE TRIPS

These seasonal roundtrip excursions depart from Waterloo and travel through the picturesque countryside of the Finger Lakes. Between October 2nd and October 25, all trips will operate between Waterloo and Aurelius, New York.

ALL-DAY TRIP

On October 24th, a special, single-trip excursion will operate between Waterloo and Martisco, New York, offering a six-hour experience through the region, with a continental breakfast, boxed lunch, souvenir route guide, and a museum tour of the historic Martisco station included in every non-Deluxe Coach ticket. A portion of this trip’s proceeds will go to support the Central New York Chapter of the NRHS, which maintains the historic Martisco Depot.

Passengers can relax in beautifully restored railcars, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and make lasting memories during one of Upstate New York’s most colorful times of year. The Cayuga Leaf Limited is designed for couples, families, groups, wine-country visitors, and travelers looking for a distinctive way to experience fall in the Finger Lakes.

Onboard accommodations include:

  • Premium Class seating with light beverages and charcuterie service in the world-famous Hickory Creek
  • Family-friendly coach seating for passengers of all ages
  • Private and first-class accommodations aboard vintage passenger cars
  • Local catering and cash bar service on every railcar

All excursions depart from Waterloo, New York. Seating is limited, and advance reservations are strongly encouraged.

THE FINE PRINT 

  • Delivery: Tickets are emailed instantly upon purchase. Check your spam folder, but also ensure you enter your email correctly when ordering.

  • Boarding Info: Parking and safety details are included in your confirmation email.

  • Travel Together: To sit with friends, please book under one reservation.

  • Refunds: Available 30+ days before travel. Credits offered for late cancellations.

  • Provisions: No outside alcoholic drinks may be brought aboard.
  • Pets: Service animals are welcome, but please leave pets at home.
  • Accessibility: Due to their historic nature, cars are not ADA accessible. Please contact our Ticket Agent with questions.
  • Review all of our terms, conditions, and safety advisories before travel.

CAYUGA LAKE LIMITED ACCOMMODATIONS

Selecting a fare will display detailed information about each ticket class and amenities after your desired date and time are chosen.

HICKORY CREEK

The ultimate premium-class experience in our most prestigious car. Tickets include complimentary light refreshments and small bites.

90-Minute Trip

Hickory Creek – $110/person

6-Hour Excursion*

Hickory Creek – $247/person

*Each 6-hour Hickory Stream ticket includes continental breakfast, box lunch, and museum tour, souvenir route guide, and a complimentary drink ticket 

NEW YORK CENTRAL 43

Step into our Lounge Class aboard New York Central 43.

90-Minute Trip

$90/person

6-Hour Excursion*

$147/person

*Each 6-hour New York Central 43 ticket includes continental breakfast, box lunch, and museum tour, souvenir route guide, and a complimentary drink ticket 

SWIFT STREAM

Grab a private table for two or four guests or book an exclusive private, enclosed suite for up to four passengers aboard the Swift Stream.

90-Minute Trip

2-Seat Table  – $150 (Seats 2)
$75/person
4-Seat Table – $300 (Seats 4)
$75/person
4-Seat Private Suite  – $320 (Seats 4)
$80/person

6-Hour Excursion*

2-Seat Table  – $294 (Seats 2)
$147/person
4-Seat Table – $588 (Seats 4)
$147/person
4-Seat Private Suite  – $588 (Seats 4)
$147/person

*Each 6-hour Swift Stream ticket includes continental breakfast, box lunch, and museum tour, souvenir route guide, and a complimentary drink ticket 

NEW YORK CENTRAL 37

Book a select table for two or four guests aboard New York Central 37.

90-Minute Trip

2-Seat Table – $150 (Seats 2)
$75/person
4-Seat Table – $300 (Seats 4)
$75/person

6-Hour Excursion*

2-Seat Table – $234 (Seats 2)
$117/person
4-Seat Table – $468 (Seats 4)
$117/person

*Each 6-hour New York Central 43 ticket includes continental breakfast, box lunch, and museum tour, souvenir route guide, and a complimentary drink ticket 

COACH CLASS

Comfortable coach seats face either direction in a historic coach.

GET NOTIFIED WHEN SALES BEGIN

90-Minute Trip

$40/person

6-Hour Excursion

$99/person

GROUP BOOKINGS

Reach out to our ticket agent for information on group discounts, private charters, and more this October and during the upcoming holiday season!

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