The Adirondack Railroad runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Utica, NY. The published season window is November 22, 2026 – TBA. Tickets are listed at $39.00–$68.00 per seat depending on coach class and travel night. On-sale date: April 1, 2026. The most-requested weekend dates routinely sell out within days, so booking the moment seats open is the difference between getting your first-choice night and watching it scroll past.
2026 dates
November 22, 2026 – TBA
Tickets on sale
April 1, 2026
Price range
$39.00 - $68.00
Discounts
Adirondack Railroad mentions military discounts on its 2026 Polar Express page. Bring valid ID to the station to redeem.
Where to stay
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Most Polar Express stations sit well off the interstate. Picking up a rental at the nearest airport is usually the easiest way in.
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