For More Information Contact:

Rockland-Thomaston Chamber of Commerce

Shari Closter, Asst. Executive Director

207-596-0376

"The Journey is the Destination", Coastal Train Excursions aboard the Maine Eastern Railroad

Maine Eastern Railroad's 2005 schedule will offer Thursday through Sunday service from July 2 through September 2, and weekend only service from September 2 to October 31. A new toll-free telephone number will be published soon and will be in operation in early May. 

Serving the Midcoast, Maine Eastern Railroad operates scheduled passenger service along the seacoast between Brunswick and Rockland, with stops in the villages of Bath and Wiscasset. Travel in comfort to Midcoast attractions and special events. The Maine Eastern fleet is comprised of totally restored streamlined stainless steel railcars, and a first class parlour observation lounge car that harkens back to the Art Deco era of the 1940s and 1950s. Their 54- and 58-seat coaches are accompanied by a restored British Columbia Railway dining car that provides passengers with locally prepared downeast specialties served cafe style and is the social setting for narrated discussion of the scenery and historic highlights of the 50-mile route. In late April, train schedules and information for special events and holidays can be viewed and tickets purchased by visiting their web site at: 
www.MaineEasternRailroad.com .