The Oklahoma Railway Museum is proud to host Motorcar Excursions for our community.
A motorcar excursion is a unique way for train enthusiasts to explore the rails and experience the thrill of riding on a vintage motorcar. Along the way, participants can take in the scenery, spot wildlife, and stop at scenic overlooks for photo opportunities. For train enthusiasts, a motorcar excursion is a perfect way to experience the thrill of the rails in a unique and memorable way.
If you are interested in learning more about our motorcar excursions or you would like to join one of our excursions, please email info@oklahomarailwaymuseum.org
Oklahoma Railway Museum is an Affiliate of NARCOA (North America Rail Car Owners Association). All Motor Car Events are conducted under NARCOA Rules and Regulations.
The Motorcar Operation are for ORM members who belong to NARCOA (North American Rail Car Owners of America) and own a motor car having been licensed by NARCOA by passing a rules test and mentoring. ORM as an Affiliate of NARCOA obtains permission from the railroad to conduct an operation and obtains an insurance policy covering the railroad, ORM and NARCOA. Members can invite guest who must sign a release to ride with them or if seats are available and any operator may allow a guest to ride upon signing the release.
OKLAHOMA RAILWAY MUSEUM
Motorcar Ride Bulletin
Saturday/Sunday, September 27-28, 2025
Farmrail Motor Car Run – Clinton, OK
Clinton to Snyder, OK and Clinton to Eric, OK
Excursion Coordinator (EC): Thomas Harrington trainman1970@hotmail.com
Home: 918.683.8751 Cell 623.476.6694.
ORM is an affiliate of NARCOA and this trip will be on the Farmrail Railroad. Person must be a member of ORM (museum membership is $40.00 and seniors 65+ $35.00, forms available on website: Oklahomarailwaymuseum.org. The Saturday trip will be southward out of Clinton on the ex-Frisco trackage to Snyder, Ok and return, while the Sunday trip will be from Clinton to Erick on the ex-Rock Island Line. The total mileage for the two runs will be approximately 240 miles. Please note, set on will be at the Farmrail Shops on the East side of Clinton.
Saturday, September 27, 2025 – Clinton to Snyder– Round trip 126 miles
Set on Location: 100 block E. Hayes. Directions, Hayes runs east west 3 blocks south of Business Loop I-40. From Bus. I-40, go south on 2nd street, 3 blocks, then turn left on Hayes. We will be able to park on railroad property. On Saturday return, we may be able to leave our units on the track overnight but will not know till set on.
Meet Information: Start Set On: 7:30 AM
Safety Meeting: 8:20AM
Departure: 8:30AM
Approx. Return 6:00 PM
Trip will proceed south from the Farmrail Shops in Clinton on the old Frisco Main to Snyder. There will be a short rest stop in Rocky, then on to Snyder for a lunch stop via Hy-rail. We will return and plan a short stop in Cordell then continue north back to Clinton arriving before 5:00 P.M.
Sunday, September 28, 2025 – Clinton to Erick, OK – Round trip 120 miles
Sunday Set On Location: At the Farmrail Shops, 100 block E. Hayes.
Start Set On: 7:30 AM
Safety Meeting 8:15 AM
Departure 8:30 AM
Approximate return 5:30 PM
Sunday’s trip will be west on the former Rock Island Line to Erick. We will have a break at Elk City near a Hutch Convenience store and use a Hy-rail to the store and then back to our units. Then continue to Erick where we will turn the units. There is a Subway location in Erick we will Hy-Rail to. After we have lunch, we will return back to Elk City stopping by the Hutch Store for a short break. Then return to Clinton.
Cost: $70.00 donation to the Oklahoma Railway Museum, $70.00 to Farmrail. Total $140.00 covers one or both days. Please have correct change if possible. Checks are acceptable, one for Farmrail and one for ORM.
Requirements: Must be a member of ORM (see below)
Valid NARCOA insurance card and operator’s certificate required
NARCOA rulebook V8.4 in effect for this event
NARCOA and Affiliate Release Form (one-page front and back), signed
NARCOA Rail Vehicle Car Inspection Form, signed.
Note: Flashing amber lights are required on all equipment, this is a Farmrail Safety Directive, no exceptions.
Note: Forms and payment can be turned in during set on or can be mailed in (preferred) ahead of time to:
Tom Harrington, 2961 N. 23rd Street West, Muskogee, OK 74401
If you need ORM membership information, go to the website; oklahomarailwaymuseum.org. You can join on line or use a mail in form following the directions. If using the mail in form, you can turn that into me at set on with your check if you wish.
Motels: Days Inn 866-601-9330, 1220 S. 10th Street. Located exit 65A; Ramada Inn, 580-323-2010, 2140 W. Gary Blvd., located exit 65 off I-40. Hampton Inn, 2000 Lexington, 580-323-4267 is south of the Ramada Inn by Montana Mikes Restaurant. There are other motels in Clinton. Super 8, Holiday Inn Express and several others.
OKLAHOMA RAILWAY MUSEUM
Motorcar Ride Bulletin
Saturday/Sunday, October 4-5, 2025
Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad – Wilburton, Oklahoma
Excursion Coordinator: Tom Harrington trainman1970@hotmail.com H: 918-683-8751 C: 623-476-6694
This weekend’s ride will be on the ex-Rock Island Railroad trackage that A-OK operates. Each day will start and end at the A-OK’s headquarters in Wilburton, Ok. On Saturday, October 4th, and Sunday October 5th we will do a round trip eastward from Wilburton to Howe, Ok. Total mileage for each day will be 86 miles. (Note: This run is dependent on railroad operations and can be cancelled at any time. If it is cancelled, we will run from Wilburton to McAlester to Red Oak back to Wilburton both days. Mileage will be 92 miles each day. Set on location will remain the same.)
Saturday and Sunday, October 4-5-Wilburton to Howe, OK
Set On Location: South Central Ave railroad crossing in Wilburton, 1-1/2 blocks south of Highway 270.
The crossing is wide and is not a major north south street in Wilburton. Flaggers will be needed for safety issues while offloading and loading our equipment. We will be able to park our trucks and trailers on railroad property on the north side of the track, east or west side of the road. Be courteous and don’t block any one in.
Meet Information:
Start Set On: 8:00 AM
Safety Meeting: 8:45 AM
Departure: 9:00 AM
Approximate Return: 4:00-5:00 PM
From the set on location in Wilburton, we will go east towards Red Oak, where we will have a rest stop and the opportunity, if you desire, to buy food or snacks for lunch in Howe/Wister. From Red Oak we will travel to Howe and turn our cars. We have two options for lunch that we will discuss at seton. Option 1: At Howe, there is a Dollar General ¼ mi away for a break and food. Option 2: Head back to Wister for break and lunch. The closest restaurant, Iggy’s Ice House, is about a ½ mile hike to get to. After lunch at either location, we will return to Red Oak for a short break and then to Wilburton to tie up for the night. We have permission to leave our cars on the track for the night.
Alternate Plan – Wilburton to McAlester to Red Oak to Wilburton, OK – 92 miles Round Trip.
Set On Location: Same as Saturday-Sunday, October 4 and 5th.
Meet Information
Start Set On: 8:00 AM
Safety Meeting: 8:45 AM or earlier if ready
Departure: 9:00 AM or earlier if ready
Approximate Return: 4:00-5:00 PM
From the set on location in Wilburton we will go west to McAlester and turn our cars at the South 5th Street crossing. From there we will head east to North Strong Blvd where we will have a rest stop and lunch at Braum’s, about a ¼ mile hike. After lunch we will head back to Wilburton for another break at the A-OK offices. We then will continue on eastward to Red Oak and return and tie up at Wilburton.
Cost: $70.00 (Cash or Check) for one or both days payable to the Oklahoma Railway Museum
Requirements: Must be a member of ORM (see below)
Valid NARCOA insurance card and operator’s certificate required
NARCOA rulebook V8.4 in effect for this event
NARCOA and Affiliate Release Form (one page front and back), properly signed
NARCOA Rail Vehicle Car Inspection Form, properly signed.
Note: Forms and payment can be turned in during set on or can be mailed in (preferred) ahead of time to:
Tom Harrington, 2961 N. 23rd Street West, Muskogee, OK 74401
If you need ORM membership information, go to the website; oklahomarailwaymuseum.org and it is available. Mail ORM memberships to Charles Price, Treasurer.
Lodging in Wilburton:
Traveler’s Inn. 1-539-737-0032
A-OK Motel. 1-918-465-2377
Robbers Cave State Park, about 4-5 miles north of Wilburton on Highway 2.
No events going on in Wilburton so will have the town to ourselves.
Food places:
Motels in Wilburton do not have restaurants associated with them nor do they offer continental breakfasts. Restaurants for evening meals are plentiful but morning breakfast can be narrowed down to 5 places: McDonald’s, Sonic, Donut Palace, Casey’s and the Choctaw Travel Plaza, all on the west side of Wilburton right off of Highway 270.
Lastly, please advise if you plan on coming. Thanks.