Purchase General Admission Tickets

Electric and steam or diesel trains will be operating. Trains depart from the East Union Depot at 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, and 4:00pm. Streetcar service is continuous between 11:00am and 4:00pm.

Museum Hours:
10:00AM to 5:00PM (Last train 4:00PM)

Admission Rates:
Adults $20.00, Seniors and Youths $18.00, Children $16.00

Equipment Scheduled to Operate:
– Diesel TBA and the Diesel Coach Train ♿
– Chicago Rapid Transit 1754 and 1797 ♿
– Chicago Transit Authority 3142

All equipment, schedules and prices subject to change without notice.

♿ = this train is wheelchair-accessible

On June 13, 2026, join us for a Model Train Show and Sale at the IRM Hobby Shop, just inside the entrance from the parking lot. There is no fee to attend the train show, but admission to the museum itself – along with riding any trains – requires purchasing a ticket or membership.