NASHVILLE TRAIN FIELD GUIDE
Slices on the Rails: The Pizza Special — a 2.5‑hour lunch excursion from Nashville to Moody AFB
A 2.5-hour, 34‑mile round‑trip train outing departing downtown Nashville with freshly made pizza served onboard and a short layover at Moody Air Force Base.
Slices on the Rails: The Pizza Special — a 2.5‑hour lunch excursion from Nashville to Moody AFB.
The Pizza Special is a compact rail excursion that turns a simple midday ride into a memorable family outing: a 2.5‑hour round trip from downtown Nashville to Moody Air Force Base with freshly made pizza from a local pizzeria served onboard. Riders choose from reclining coach seats with ADA facilities, a table‑style club car with expansive views and power outlets, or the private PV Caboose with captain’s chairs, live satellite TV, WiFi, a kitchenette and a private bathroom—perfect for groups and families looking for something different on the rails.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fresh pizza served onboard
Lunch comes as freshly made pizza from a local pizzeria, served to passengers during the 2.5‑hour round trip—an uncommon onboard meal that defines the excursion.
Three distinct seating experiences
Choose reclining seating in Coach (groups of 4 or 6 can sit together and an ADA bathroom is available), a popular Club Car with table seating and power outlets for windowed views, or book the PV Caboose for a private car with movable captain’s chairs, live satellite TV, WiFi, a kitchenette and a private bathroom.
A short, scenic round trip to Moody AFB
The excursion runs from downtown Nashville to Moody Air Force Base with a short layover at the base before returning—34 miles total for the round trip and a tidy 2.5‑hour schedule.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Board in downtown Nashville and settle into your chosen car for a relaxed out‑and‑back that balances motion and meal: the train moves out, pizza is served onboard, and the consist pauses at Moody Air Force Base for a short layover before the return run. The variety of cars—from communal coach to the intimate PV Caboose—lets groups tailor the experience, while the 2.5‑hour duration keeps the outing compact and social.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Total trip time is 2.5 hours for a 34‑mile round trip.
Bring personal devices if desired—Club Car and other cars offer power outlets. Lunch is provided as freshly made pizza served onboard.
Boarding departs from downtown Nashville at 503 E Marion Ave; the run includes a short layover at Moody Air Force Base before returning to Nashville.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Pizza Special excursion?
The trip is approximately 2.5 hours in total.
Where does the train depart from in Nashville?
The excursion departs from downtown Nashville at 503 E Marion Ave, Nashville, GA 31639.
Is food provided on the train?
Yes—freshly made pizza from a local pizzeria is provided onboard as lunch.
What seating options are available?
Passengers can choose Coach (reclining seating, groups of 4 or 6 together, ADA bathroom), Club Car (table seating and power outlets), or the PV Caboose (private car with captain’s chairs, live satellite TV, WiFi, kitchenette and private bathroom).
Does the train stop at Moody Air Force Base?
Yes—the train makes a short layover at Moody Air Force Base during the round trip.
Who operates the Pizza Special?
The operator of the excursion is Azalea Sprinter.