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The Easter Bunny rides the rails with you on the Black River & Western Railroad's Easter Bunny Express. Photo courtesy of the railroad
The Easter Bunny rides the rails with you on the Black River & Western Railroad's Easter Bunny Express. Photo courtesy of the railroad
3/5/24 - By Laurie Rein

Easter bunny trains are an exciting way railroads in New Jersey and Pennsylvania mark the Easter holiday. These Easter train rides are a perfect springtime diversion for train-loving kids, and many offer an opportunity to snap Easter Bunny pictures as well. Easter 2024 falls on Sunday, March 31, but the rides start sooner.

Be sure to get your tickets early; these Easter Bunny trains sell out quickly. Find more picks for the Easter holiday and beyond in our Guide to Spring Activities.  

Please click through to our listings for full details, including times, recommended ages, and advance ticket requirements. 

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Hop on the Easter Bunny Express in Cape May. Photo courtesy of Seashore Lines
Hop on the Easter Bunny Express in Cape May. Photo courtesy of Seashore Lines

Easter Bunny Train Rides in New Jersey

DiDonato's Easter EGGspress

Hammonton
Select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from Saturday, March 9-Saturday, March 30, 2024
Take a ride on this festive train all decked out for Easter. Your ticket includes a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, Easter prizes, the Spring Hedge Maze, an inflatable obstacle course, and more. Plus, score a free bowling game. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express in Flemington

Flemington
Saturdays and Sundays, from Saturday, March 16-Saturday, March 30, 2024
Get out of the house, hop aboard the train and enjoy the annual Easter Bunny Express event, including a train ride and egg hunt. Trip includes an egg hunt at Ringoes picnic grove and photo ops with Peter Cottontail aboard the train. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express 2024 at Whippany Railway Museum

Whippany
Saturday, March 23, Sunday, March 24, and Saturday, March 30, 2024
The Whippany Railway Museum's Easter Bunny Express is back for 2024. The Easter Bunny and helpers are on board the train greeting everyone during the 45-minute round-trip ride along the historic Whippanong Trail. Kids receive a special gift from the Bunny. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Train Ride and Easter Egg Hunt

Phillipsburg
Saturdays and Sundays, from Saturday, March 23-Sunday, March 31, 2024
Ride the Easter Bunny Train Ride with guest Mr. Bunny. The ride winds along the scenic Delaware River, leaving from the Historic District of Phillipsburg and traveling along the river to Carpentersville. The destination is the site of the historic Lime Kilns with an Easter egg patch. READ MORE

The Easter Bunny Express at Cape May Seashore Lines

Multiple Locations
Saturday, March 23, Sunday, March 24 and Saturday, March 30, 2024
The Easter Bunny Express hops into South Jersey for three days of Easter train rides. The Easter Bunny travels on board and visits with passengers. Children receive a special gift. READ MORE
The Wilmington & Western Railroad's Easter Bunny Express offers a special treat for every kid. Photo courtesy of the railroad
The Wilmington & Western Railroad's Easter Bunny Express offers a special treat for every kid. Photo courtesy of the railroad

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Easter Bunny Express at New Hope Railroad

New Hope
Saturdays and Sundays, from Saturday, March 16-Sunday, March 30, 2024
Climb aboard the Easter Bunny Express for a special one-hour train ride. Each child has the chance to visit with the Easter Bunny, receive special treats, and pose for professional Easter Bunny pictures. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express at Wilmington & Western Railroad

Wilmington, Delaware
Select dates from Saturday, March 23-Saturday, March 30, 2024
The Easter Bunny hops aboard the train for a 90-minute, round-trip ride to Ashland, and all kids get a special treat. Be sure to bring your camera so you can snap Easter Bunny pictures. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express at Wanamaker, Kempton & Southern Railroad

Kempton
Saturday, March 23-Sunday, March 24, 2024
Families can enjoy this Easter Bunny train ride to Wanamaker's Easter Egg Patch, where kids select three eggs, which might even contain a prize. Trains depart at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express at West Chester Railroad

West Chester
Saturdays and Sundays, from Saturday, March 23-Sunday, March 31, 2024
Visit the West Chester Railroad and hop aboard for a 90-minute, round-trip ride through historic Glen Mills village. The Easter Bunny visits travelers during the journey, handing out treats along the way. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Train at Strasburg Rail Road

Strasburg
Friday, March 29-Sunday, March 31, 2024
Take a ride through beautiful farmland with the Easter Bunny as your conductor. While on board, boys and girls meet the Easter Bunny, who gives everyone a special Easter surprise. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express at The Colebrookdale Railroad

Boyertown
Saturday, March 23, Sunday, March 24, and Saturday, March 30, 2024
Climb aboard the Easter Bunny Express and join Peter Cottontail on a two-hour adventure into Secret Valley. Each child receives a coloring book and may participate in an egg hunt. READ MORE

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