Buckingham Branch

NRHS Buckingham Excursions

bb_map The Buckingham Branch Railroad partners with the Old Dominion Chapter of the National Railway Historic Society in offering periodic excursion rides. The Chapter owns a number of historic passenger coaches and engines for preservation and for use on excursion train rides. Departing from the picturesque Dillwyn Station, the vintage diesel powered train winds through the rolling hills and deep forests of an unspoiled landscape in the heart of Central Virginia.

Buckingham Branch Railroad

While road trips offer a unique way to experience Virginia’s landscape, train rides can often be even more relaxing. Considering you don’t have to worry about traffic or keeping your eyes on the road, opting for a scenic railway excursion is bound to put your mind at ease. If you’ve never considered taking a train ride purely for the views, then you might consider taking the Buckingham Branch Railroad passenger excursion.

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Southern Railway #1006

Dillwyn, Va / Nov 2016 / RWH

Southern Railway #1006 coach (above) was built by Pullman in 1922 and originally numbered 1678. Converted to reclining seat coach at Hayne Shops in 1940. Donated by the Southern Railway in June, 1968. Restored to an open-windowed, non-air conditioned coach for service at 1983 NRHS National Convention. Served on Norfolk Southern Steam Specials. Currently used on Buckingham Branch Railroad for Chapter excursions in Dillwyn, Va.

Old Dominion Chapter #706

Dillwyn, Va / Nov 2016 / RWH

Old Dominion Chapter #706 (above) was built by Bethlehem in 1925 and originally numbered 532. Modernized and renumbered to 706 at Bryan Park Shops in 1956. Purchased by ODC in 1976. Leased to the B&O and served in Chessie Steam Special (1977) as Car 12, Safety Express (1978) as Car 17 and Washington DC commuter Service (1978-79). Renovated in 1990 and used on Norfolk Southern Steam Specials. Currently used on Buckingham Branch Railroad for Chapter excursion trains in Dillwyn, VA.