The impetus for a railroad departing south from Louisville was begun in 1832 by the citizens of Bardstown.

[4] On February 1, 1888, the line was lengthened to connect Bardstown to Springfield, Kentucky.

[7] The original passenger section was destroyed in 1953, but a waiting room addition was added to the station in 1992.

Customers ride on vintage 1940s-era dining cars pulled by diesel-electric FP7A locomotives for a 150-minute, 37-mile ride to Limestone Springs and back, while engaging in lunch or dinner.

[8] Sights to be seen during the ride include Bernheim Forest and the Jim Beam distillery.