The V&T Railroad is back to business as usual with full operations to run as scheduled this weekend, officials said today.
On Sunday one of the railroad’s engines derailed. The V&T has other engines available for weekend operations, if needed, including the 90-ton Engine No. 18.
The short line from Virginia City to Gold Hill will run as planned, and the long line from Carson City to Virginia City will run Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Meanwhile the V&T is preparing a special train for locals as part its Summer Madness Thursday Train promotion.
Catch a ride on the V&T Railroad on Thursday, Aug. 19, locals can ride for $24 roundtrip from Carson City to Virginia City on the Historic V&T Railroad.
The train will depart from Carson City at the Eastgate Depot off Highway 50 East at 10 a.m. and return from Virginia City leaving at 3 p.m.
Regular fares for the Diesel Engine apply — Adults $29 — Seniors & Vets $25 — Children $20 — however, at the time of purchase, you can use the discount offer code NEIGHBORS to save $5 off adult tickets.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.VisitCarsonCity.com or by calling the CCCVB at (775) 687-7410. If you have a group of 20 or more, contact Janet Jones at the CCCVB for group discounts. Ask for the Summer Madness Train.
This is the only Thursday train scheduled for this summer.
