🎄 2026 holiday season

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Polar Express 2026

Durango, CO

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The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Durango, CO. The published season window is November 20, 2026 – January 2, 2027. Tickets are listed at $67.00–$101.00 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 20, 2026 – January 2, 2027

Tickets on sale

TBA

Price range

$67.00 - $101.00

Discounts

No standing discount published by Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge 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

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Frequently asked

When does Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad run The Polar Express in 2026?
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs The Polar Express November 20, 2026 – January 2, 2027. Trains depart from Durango, CO.
How much do Polar Express tickets at Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad cost?
Ticket prices for 2026 are listed at $67.00 - $101.00, varying by coach class and weekend vs. weekday departures.
When do tickets go on sale?
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad hasn't announced an on-sale date for 2026. Most operators release tickets in spring for the November–December run; sign up for the railroad's email list to be notified.
Are there any Polar Express discounts at Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad?
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad doesn't publish a Polar Express discount for 2026. Some operators offer quiet presale windows for past riders or season-pass holders — joining the email list is the most reliable way to catch one.
Where does the train depart from?
Trains depart from Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Durango, CO. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.

More about Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.

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