🎄 2026 holiday season

French Lick Scenic Railway Polar Express 2026

French Lick, IN

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The French Lick Scenic Railway runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from French Lick, IN. The published season window is November 6 – December 23, 2026. Tickets are listed at $47.00–$117.00 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 6 – December 23, 2026

Tickets on sale

TBA

Price range

$47.00 - $117.00

Discounts

No standing discount published by French Lick Scenic Railway 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.

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Frequently asked

When does French Lick Scenic Railway run The Polar Express in 2026?
French Lick Scenic Railway runs The Polar Express November 6 – December 23, 2026. Trains depart from French Lick, IN.
How much do Polar Express tickets at French Lick Scenic Railway cost?
Ticket prices for 2026 are listed at $47.00 - $117.00, varying by coach class and weekend vs. weekday departures.
When do tickets go on sale?
French Lick Scenic Railway 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 French Lick Scenic Railway?
French Lick Scenic Railway 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 French Lick Scenic Railway in French Lick, IN. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.

More about French Lick Scenic Railway

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

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