What is northern central railway?

The Northern Central Railway (NCR) was a Class I railroad that operated in the northeastern United States. It was originally chartered in 1854 as the Northern Central Railroad and eventually became part of the Pennsylvania Railroad system.

The NCR primarily operated in the states of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York. Its main line ran from Baltimore, Maryland to Sunbury, Pennsylvania, with additional branches and connections extending into other regions.

The railroad played a significant role in the development of transportation in the region, carrying both passengers and freight. It was known for its scenic routes through the Susquehanna River Valley and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

The NCR was eventually absorbed into the Penn Central Transportation Company in 1968, which later became part of Conrail in 1976. The tracks and infrastructure of the former NCR are still in use today by various freight and passenger rail operators.