THOMASTON TRAIN FIELD GUIDE
Litchfield County Clipper: A full‑day scenic rail run through the Litchfield hills between Thomaston and Torrington
A hop-on, hop-off full‑day pass that links Thomaston and Torrington—this guide lays out stops, schedules, and how to use the same‑day ticket.
Litchfield County Clipper: A full‑day scenic rail run through the Litchfield hills between Thomaston and Torrington.
The Litchfield County Clipper is a full‑day scenic train service run by the Railroad Museum of New England that threads the Litchfield hills—riding abutting the Naugatuck River and crossing the Thomaston Dam—while offering flexible boarding and disembarkation from multiple stations so passengers can explore towns, shops, eateries and cultural spots at their own pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
River, Dam and Hills
The route runs along the Naugatuck River and crosses the Thomaston Dam, delivering a compact but varied stretch of Litchfield‑hills scenery on a single‑day outing.
Multiple Boarding Points in Thomaston and Torrington
Round trips depart from Thomaston and, for the first time, from Torrington’s Water Street platform and Market Street Creatives’ new platform—letting riders board or detrain at downtown Torrington, Market Street Creatives, or Thomaston Station.
Full‑Day, Same‑Day Boarding
Each ticket is a full‑day pass valid for same‑day boarding at any stop and any departure time; on‑board you’ll receive a dining and attractions guide and access to same‑day discounts at nearby businesses.
What the day feels like
How the Day Feels
The Clipper is a flexible, slow‑paced loop: choose one of several departure times from Thomaston, Market Street Creatives or Torrington’s Water Street platform, ride through rolling Litchfield terrain and detrain where you like to eat, shop or visit cultural sites—then reboard later the same day for the return run.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this is best for, and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Thomaston departures: 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM. Market Street Creatives departures for Water Street: 11:45 AM, 2:15 PM, 4:45 PM. Torrington Water Street departures for Thomaston: 12:15 PM, 2:45 PM, 5:15 PM. Market Street Creatives departures for Thomaston: 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM.
Primary boarding points are Thomaston Station (242 East Main St), Market Street Creatives (100 Lawton St), and Railroad Square/Water Street in downtown Torrington (99 Railroad Square).
Bring your full‑day ticket—each ticket is valid for same‑day boarding at any stop and any departure time. A full dining and attractions guide is distributed on board.
The service includes same‑day ticket discounts for many nearby businesses (examples include Nutmeg Fudge Co, Bad Dog Brewing, Clocktown Brewery, Crabby Al’s, Rozzies and Senor Pancho's) and a printed attractions guide will be available on board.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I board at any stop with one ticket?
Yes. Each ticket is a full‑day pass valid for same‑day boarding at any stop at any departure time.
What are the departure times from Thomaston?
Thomaston departures are at 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM.
What are the Market Street Creatives departure times toward Water Street?
Market Street Creatives departs for Water Street at 11:45 AM, 2:15 PM and 4:45 PM.
How long is the run from Water Street to Thomaston Station?
The trip from Water Street to Thomaston Station takes approximately 55 minutes with expected stops.
Where can I explore after detraining in Thomaston or Torrington?
In Thomaston you can visit the Railroad Museum of New England and Main Street; in Torrington detrain at Market Street Creatives for artisans and a café or explore downtown Main Street and its shops and eateries.
Is there information about dining and attractions on board?
Yes. A full dining and attractions guide will be distributed on board.