Clewiston Comet – Sugar Express Steam Engine Ride from Lake Placid

Overview

THE EXPERIENCE

The Clewiston Comet leaves Lake Placid at 9:00 AM for a trip through the orange groves and sugar cane fields of South Central Florida, arriving for a layover for lunch and shopping on your own at local farmers market and nearby cafes and shops. The train returns to Lake Placid at approximately 3:30 PM.

Steam locomotive No. 148 commonly operates the southbound segment of this trip to Clewiston and a U.S. Sugar diesel locomotive operates the return leg of the journey.

Ticket Prices 

The passenger train consists of historic cars dating from the early 1900s to the mid-1950s and includes first-class observation and lounge cars, table cars, deluxe coaches, and open-air cars. The train is climate-controlled except in the open-air class and features restrooms onboard.

All first-class tickets include complimentary drinks, light snacks, and appetizers. Specific amenities and features will be described in your ticket selection. Ticket prices do not include taxes or fees.

• Open Air Car – $85.00
• Deluxe Coach – $99.00
• Family Class Package – $150.00
• Bay Biscayne Tavern Lounge – $178.00
• Bay Biscayne Observation – $200.00

The table car is currently undergoing maintenance and is unavailable for booking.

PARKING & BOARDING

Parking and boarding for the Clewiston Comet occurs at 12 Park Street, Lake Placid, Florida at the historic Atlantic Coast Line depot, maintained by the Lake Placid Historical Society. Parking and boarding instructions will be emailed to you with your tickets.

ACCOMODATIONS

Due to its historic design, Sugar Express is not ADA-accessible. The excursion cars feature steep steps, narrow hallways and doorways, and small restrooms, which may pose challenges for guests with limited mobility. Passengers with limited mobility need to be aware of these limitations and should expect such situations, and should contact The Sugar Express directly for planning and accommodations.

SAFETY

Due to the unique railroad environment passengers travel in, The Sugar Express requires all guests must wear sturdy, comfortable shoes, and should not wear flip-flops, sandals, or open-toed or high-heeled shoes. Boarding and detraining sites may have uneven footing, large heavy gravel, and high steps, and walking is required at all locations.