Disneyland Railroad, Heritage railway in Disneyland Park, Anaheim, United States
Disneyland Railroad is a heritage railway in Disneyland Park, Anaheim, California, United States, that runs a continuous loop of roughly two kilometers around the entire park. Real steam locomotives pull traditional passenger carriages through all the themed lands, and the route passes through landscape sections and tunnels that offer glimpses into different areas of the park.
The railway opened on July 17, 1955, and was among the first attractions on the day the park launched. The original train was named after the founder, and additional locomotives joined over time, some of them acquired from earlier industrial railways.
Each train carries the name of a figure connected to the park's early years, and guests hear the recognizable whistle as the engines pass through different zones. Riders sit in open carriages that give them a clear view of plants and buildings while the train rolls slowly through tunnels and beneath hillsides.
Four stations at different points in the park allow boarding and exiting throughout operating hours, so the railway works both as a round trip and as a way to move between lands. The carriages are open-sided, so sun protection and a seat near the edge are helpful for better views.
Five steam engines are in service, with three of them built by Baldwin Locomotive Works in the early decades of the 20th century and specially adapted for the park. The other two were constructed internally at WED Enterprises and added to the fleet for daily operations.
Location: California
Official opening: July 17, 1955
Part of: Disneyland Resort, rail transport in Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
Website: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/attractions/disneyland/disneyland-railroad
GPS coordinates: 33.80990,-117.91900
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:31
Disneyland
100 m
Avengers Campus
245 m
The Haunted Mansion
349 m
Sleeping Beauty Castle
322 m
Matterhorn Bobsleds
357 m
Space Mountain
222 m
Indiana Jones Adventure
213 m
Peter Pan's Flight
356 m
Big Thunder Ranch
498 m
Mad Tea Party
411 m
Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
71 m
Snow White's Scary Adventures
367 m
New Orleans Square
235 m
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
423 m
Rocket Rods
273 mFrozen – Live at the Hyperion
93 mDisneyland Dream Suite
221 m
Monsanto House of the Future
304 m
Storybook Land Canal Boats
434 m
Alice in Wonderland
367 m
Casey Jr. Circus Train
434 m
Tarzan's Treehouse
242 m
King Arthur Carrousel
390 m
Buena Vista Street
164 m
Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes
401 m
The Disney Gallery
22 m
Golden Horseshoe
254 m
Red Car Trolley
159 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes