Bluebonnet Festival Flyer
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 04/13/2025
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About the Ride: Our signature ride, the Hill Country Flyer allows you time to explore our vintage train cars, historically restored for your enjoyment! On board the train, you will wind through the Texas Hill Country, crossing the trestle bridge over the South San Gabriel River and Short Creek Canyon. Finally, relax and enjoy time with your friends and family...as the train returns to our Cedar Park Depot in the evening.
Sorry, there are no discounts available for this special ride. All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 66-mile ride is 8.5 hours round trip with a 4-hour layover. SCHEDULE: Departs 9:00 AM, Returns 5:30 PM. Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds. Burnet restaurant reservations strongly encouraged www.austinsteamtrain.org/lodging-and-dining/.
We wish to provide each passenger with the best possible experience during their excursion. To ensure this, we kindly request that groups of two avoid choosing seats that are facing each other. If you do choose such seats, we may need to reassign your seats to ensure that you are seated next to each other. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in making this train ride enjoyable for everyone.
As a part of our 2025 fundraising series, your ticket purchase today includes a $10 donation to the Austin Steam Train Association in support of our historic train restoration. Thank you for your donation!
Please note that the City of Burnet is responsible for all aspects of the Bluebonnet Festival, but ASTA is happy to be your unique ride there! This train ride is rain or shine and will run regardless of the status of the Festival. https://bluebonnetfestival.org/
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