The Catskill Mountain Railroad runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Kingston, NY. The published season window is November 13 – December 30, 2026. Tickets are listed at $38.00–$55.00 per seat depending on coach class and travel night. 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 13 – December 30, 2026
Tickets on sale
TBA
Price range
$38.00 - $55.00
Discounts
No standing discount published by Catskill Mountain Railroad for 2026. Some operators run quiet presale windows for past riders or season-pass holders — joining the railroad's email list is the most reliable way to catch one.
Where to stay
Bookings through this map support usatrainrides at no extra cost.
Rent a car
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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Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.
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