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Driving day
Sunday 24 August @ 10:00 - 17:00

On this day, our historic steam train will once again run between Stadskanaal and Veendam. You will travel along the Stadskanaal-Veendam route, on the border of Groningen and Drenthe. Along the way, you will pass the Bareveld and Wildervank stops. You will arrive at the over 100-year-old and fully restored Veendam station. Trains will also run between Stadskanaal and Nieuw-Buinen on this day.
Also on this day
In addition to a ride on our steam train, the following packages are also available on this day:
- Combined ticket: Veenkolonie Express
Your trip on our train can be perfectly combined with a visit to the Veenkoloniaal Museum in Veendam. The ultimate way to discover the rich history of the East Groningen Peat Colonies! Read on for more information about the Peat Colony Express. - Package: Dieverdoatsie and Steam Train
Discover the nostalgic transport of the Peat Colonies in 2025! Climb aboard the historic Snikke “Dieverdoatsie,” a replica of the 19th- and 20th-century barges. Combine this unique experience with a ride on our beautiful steam train. Read on for more information about the Dieverdoatsie and the steam train. - Pancake Train
The pancake train runs several times a year. The train departs from Stadskanaal station to Nieuw Buinen. There, the locomotive is diverted to the other end of the train, and the train returns to Stadskanaal station. After the train ride, you can enjoy delicious pancakes in the carriage shed or station restaurant. More information about the Pancake Train.
Ticket Sales
You can purchase e-tickets for this day in advance. Go to our ticket shop and select the desired date. You can then purchase the tickets you want.
Note: Upon arrival at Stadskanaal or Veendam station, please have your e-tickets scanned at the ticket office at the station. You will then receive a genuine train ticket at the ticket counter. The conductor will check and punch the ticket on the train.
Train tickets are also available at Stadskanaal and Veendam stations. Package tickets: while supplies last!
Timetable
The train will run according to the timetable below on this day. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure!
Stadskanaal – Veendam Timetable
Stadskanaal – Veendam |
steam |
steam |
Stadskanaal – departure | 10:50 | 14:05 |
Bareveld | 11:01 * (on request) | 14:26 * (on request) |
Wildervank – departure | 11:22 | 14:37 |
Veendam – arrival | 11:35 | 14:50 |
Veendam – Stadskanaal |
steam |
steam |
Veendam – departure | 12:05 | 15:20 |
Wildervank – departure | 12:18 | 15:33 |
Bareveld | 12:29 * (on request) | 15:44 * (on request) |
12:50 | 16:05 |
* Bareveld stop: the train only stops here upon request! If you are on the platform, please raise your hand as the train approaches. Did you board the train at one of the other stations? Then tell the conductor that you wish to get off at Bareveld.
Stadskanaal – Nieuw Buinen Timetable
Stadskanaal – Nieuw Buinen |
diesel |
diesel |
Stadskanaal – departure | 13:00 | 15:00 |
Nieuw Buinen – arrival | 13:20 | 15:20 |
Nieuw Buinen – Stadskanaal |
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Nieuw Buinen – departure | 13:35 | 15:35 |
Stadskanaal – arrival | 13:55 | 15:55 |