Ever wonder what it was like to travel by rail in the early 20th century? Bay Creek Resort & Club has restored a 1913 Interurban Dining and Excursion car for the public to enjoy! The No. 316 offers round-trip Fun Runs, Pizza Runs, and Dinner Excursions, all from Cape Charles, VA.

The No. 316 in operation for the Texas Electric, 1939. Photo courtesy of Don Ross.

History and Comfort
Now, you can enjoy comfortable, authentic rail travel as it was in the 1910s on the Eastern Shore of Virginia (with the modern comfort of air conditioning and other conveniences). Sit back, relax, and watch the stunning countryside slip by the beautifully arched windows. Bay Creek Railway provides new excursion passenger service that takes people back in time to the comfortable early days of rail travel in our tranquil part of the world. Sign up here to receive news and updates!

The Line
Service will operate round trip from Cape Charles to other towns north on the Eastern Shore including Machipongo, Nassawadox and Exmore (with shorter excursions to nearby Cheriton and Eastville). The dining car is elegantly appointed throughout, and provides a comfortable, nostalgic experience. Riders will be served by courteous stewards, whose sole duty is to ensure riders' full enjoyment.