The Nickel Plate Express in Noblesville offers unique, pedal-powered railbike excursions through the scenic, rural countryside along the historic Nickel Plate Road. This family-friendly tour uses foot power to peddle across existing Nickel Plate railroad lines through specially designed, four-wheeled tandem 'bikes' that seat up to four persons, or can be booked as single seats.
Railbike seats are adjustable to one’s height and comfort. Seats also are designed for turning around to complete a roundtrip ride. Seatbelts are provided for each passenger; infants younger than 2 may be strapped to an adult in an infant carrier to ensure a safe adventure. Each railbike comes with a small basket for bags, snacks and other items, along with cupholders for passengers to bring their own bottled water or purchase one from the railroad store.
All tours depart and return to Hobbs Station at Forest Park. Each tour has seven railbikes or 30 seats plus two additional seats available.
This destination is one of roughly 30 distinct railbiking tour locations across the country.
Adults up to 6’4”, maximum weight of 250 pounds and children of all ages can enjoy the railbike experience; children younger than age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.