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    Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad

    3.0 (1 review)
    Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Strasburg Rail Road - The Parlor Car

    Strasburg Rail Road

    4.2(313 reviews)
    30.3 mi

    I visited the Strasburg Rail Road recently, but not for the train ride this time and it still…read moreturned into a really easy outing with kids. When we first got there, staff greeted us and let us know when the next train was leaving. I hadn't planned ahead to ride this time, but they also told us there's a park a little ways down that's included at no additional cost, which was a really nice option to have. From the parking lot at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, you can actually see the playground behind a fence across the street. Once we walked over, we just took our time looking at the trains up close, passing the shops, and letting the kids explore as we went. The playground isn't huge, but it works. It's not gated, but it's tucked in enough that I wasn't worried about my kids running off. The ground is tire shred (which I prefer over tan bark), and there's seating for adults nearby. Bathrooms are right by the playground, which makes a big difference with little kids. There's also a Thomas the Train LEGO display at the Toy Train Store (not too far from the playground) which my kids loved. Next time, I'll plan ahead to include the train ride, but this was still a really good visit.

    We came here about an hour before our train and spent some time walking around the little shops…read more There was a small empty stage, and my sister stepped onto it for a quick joke picture my mom wanted to take. A man sitting nearby suddenly yelled at her that she wasn't allowed on the stage. My mom and sister apologized right away, but I jokingly said to my sister, "He probably doesn't even work here." The man immediately jumped into the conversation with an attitude and said, "I actually do work here." The whole interaction felt unnecessarily aggressive from the start. He was dressed in plain clothes with no name tag, uniform, or anything showing he worked there, so there was no clear way for visitors to know he was staff or that the stage was off limits. The situation could have been handled much more politely and professionally. Because of that experience, I honestly wouldn't come back. I also wanted to quickly add that if there was a sign, we did not see it.

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    Reading & Blue Mountan & Northern Railroad

    Reading & Blue Mountan & Northern Railroad

    3.7(3 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    I rode the train 8/23/25 from Nesquehoning to Pittston....and enjoyed the trip very much. The car I…read morewas in had A/C problems but the staff moved everyone to a different car. Other than that, everyone was super nice and it was a fun trip.

    I love this rail line and the many scenic trips they offer out of the Reading terminal…read more To date over the years I've enjoyed scenic rides to Jim Thorpe to leisurely spend a few hours, as well as the holiday train, complete with a visit by Santa and his helpers. For the Christmas event the old world train is decorated, has Christmas tunes playing in the background while Santa and his helpers greet each child on board. They got a small treat and their ticket stamped like the Polar Express. While you don't get off the train - (it goes to Port Clinton and turns around) the scenery is lovely at that time of year, riding past the river and open fields. We even saw "Santa's reindeer" (as they announced it), as a huge herd of deer was on route. Pricing was fair and you could ride coach or on the double decker glass ceiling scenic train. The Reading terminal is easy to find on a main route, has ample on site free parking, a clean restroom area, as well as a little holiday photo prop. You wait for the train in your car or stand outside as there isn't an inside waiting area but a small covered canopy. You do need to walk up steep steps to actually board the train and they do lend a hand to assist. Probably not handicap friendly and definately not for strollers. Pack light as the seats are small (they're antique and people were smaller back than), but they do have a wire rack over for your baggage. The best part is that if you can't make it you can exchange your ticket for another ride as unused tickets never expire.

    Amtrak - Mount Joy

    Amtrak - Mount Joy

    3.0(2 reviews)
    35.6 mi

    While this station is basically a very expensive Amshack (if you don't know what that term means -…read moresee below or that this station cost over $30 million to rehab a few years ago - again, see below), it does the job well enough. www.greatamericanstations.com/stations/mount-joy-pa-mjy/ forum.trains.com/t/amshack/142407 Pros: Free parking. Yes, there is a pay lot right at the station, but if you cross South Market Street to the other side of Henry Street, there is more than enough free parking there. www.google.com/maps/search/amtrak+mount+joy/@40.1091721,-76.503645,109m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D Compared to 10-15 years ago, most Keystone Service Trains stop here. Yes, you do need to watch the schedule and not assume because the only stations that are served by all trains on this part of the line are Harrisburg, E-Town, Lancaster & Paoli, but it's close enough. The renovations added nice high level platforms versus the journey to the center of the earth staircases from the parking lot that existed prior and needing to launch yourself off of an Am-stepbox from the ground into the train prior. Cons: Sure, there's no Wi-Fi and nowhere to use the Loo but in all honesty, at a station this size that sees this type of ridership, you shouldn't be expecting that. MJY if nothing else, is a great alternative to Lancaster for catching a Keystone Service train.

    Trak to Basics…read more Amtrak station located in Mount Joy, PA that helps get locals out to Philly and back, with multiple stops along the way. It's a pretty spartan station without much in the way of amenities, but it does get the job done. The Deets: *No food or drink to purchase *No wifi *No ATM *No restroom *Overnight parking available *Parking is not free unless you park in the adjacent free City lot *Use the Amtrak app to buy tickets

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    Amtrak - Mount Joy - Track 1 is normally for eastbound towards PHL and NYC

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    La Mexicana Express Transportation Service

    La Mexicana Express Transportation Service

    1.6(5 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    The drivers for La Mexicana Express are the worst drivers on the streets of Reading and it's…read moresurrounding areas. They pull out in front of you, and are just very aggressive drivers in general. However, the La Mexicana Express driver I encountered on Friday, 05/16/25 around 8:15 AM on N. 11th St., between Amity and Union, takes the cake and is the reason for this poor review. Unfortunately, I was unable to get a clear photo of the plate or car number, just a blurry photo. However, it was a metallic light-brown/bronze 4-door Chevrolet SUV. The gentleman appeared to be Latino, maybe 50 years old, heavier set, wearing a plain white t-shirt and white Polo baseball hat. As he very quickly sped up next to me, he got super close as if he was about to change lanes. Fearing I was in his blind spot, I gave a polite *beep beep* to essentially let him know I was there. This absolutely unhinged man then proceeded to swerve sharply, attempting to strike my vehicle, while yelling at me in Spanish. He then sped up a bit and break checked me three times- hard enough that my chest hit my steering wheel and my belongings flew off of my passenger seat, and almost sending me into parked cars. He absolutely chose to act this way because he saw that I was a female. The entire thing was so chaotic that other vehicles behind us stopped and stayed back. The most disheartening part? He chose to drive like a mentally unstable lunatic during a busy week day morning, at a time of day when parents and children are crossing the street to walk to school at the very nearby 13th and Union Elementary School. He literally could have killed a walking child. A few minutes later, as I stopped at the Wawa down the street on Rockland, I immediately called La Mexicana. I spoke to a polite female by the name of Jenny, who confirmed she was pretty sure she knew who the driver/vehicle was, and that he was currently at a stop on Moss St, still nearby. She took my information, and let me know that I could expect a call from the manager, Ere, on Monday. It's now Thursday, and no call from Ere. Incredibly disappointing that La Mexicana doesn't seem to care that they have a complete nut case, and not to mention a liability to them, representing their company. If you see a La Mexicana Express car on the road, stay away from them, and certainly don't patronize their business.

    0 stars would be more appropriate !drivers speed and talk on there phones while driving…read more Overcharge. $10 for 2 mile ride. CRIMINAL ! I WOULD RECOMMEND NO ONE EVER USE THIS COMPANY !!!

    Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad - trains - Updated July 2026

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