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Tour the 2025 Finger Lakes Excursion Train

By May 15, 2025June 26th, 2025No Comments

The FLX Rail Experience will operate with a fleet of five vintage passenger cars belonging to the United Railroad Historical Society of NJ (URHS). These restored 1940s-era cars include several operating as part of URHS’s popular Hudson River Rail Excursions in New York City. Each car includes restrooms and modern air-conditioning.

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HICKORY CREEK - PREMIUM CLASS

Hickory Creek

Ride the observation car the most famous passenger train of the 20th Century

NEW YORK CENTRAL 43 - LOUNGE CLASS

New York Central 43

Relax aboard New York Central No. 43 — a 1947 Budd-built Tavern-Lounge car once used between New York and Washington, now fully restored and Amtrak-certified. With flexible seating, a classic wet bar, and vintage charm, it’s the perfect setting for a stylish day trip.

SWIFT STREAM - FIRST CLASS

Swift Stream

Upgrade to First Class and ride in the Swift Stream — a 1949-built stainless steel lounge car from the New York Central’s legendary “Great Steel Fleet.” Once a first-class retreat for long-distance travelers, this beautifully restored car offers timeless comfort and style.

NEW YORK CENTRAL 37 - FIRST CLASS

Tavern Lounge 37

Ride aboard New York Central No. 37 — a 1947 Budd-built Tavern-Lounge car once found on icons like the Empire State Express. Now fully restored, this excursion favorite will soon return with its classic bar-and-lounge charm as part of the Finger Lakes Rail Experience.

Pennsylvania Deluxe Coach 1547

Pennsylvania Deluxe Coach 1547

Enjoy a seat in Deluxe Coach and ride aboard Cambridge Inn — a former Pennsylvania Railroad passenger car. This car blends vintage mid-Century comfort with a rich heritage spanning over 50 years. This car has been recently restored.