🎄 2026 holiday season

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum Polar Express 2026

Portland, ME

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The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Portland, ME. The full 2026 calendar isn't published yet — the railroad updates it each summer. 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

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Discounts

No standing discount published by Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum 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 Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum run The Polar Express in 2026?
The 2026 season schedule isn't published yet. Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum typically updates its Polar Express calendar in late spring or summer for the November–December run.
How much do Polar Express tickets at Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum cost?
The 2026 prices aren't published yet for Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum. Most North American Polar Express operators land in the $35–$95 per-seat range depending on coach class.
When do tickets go on sale?
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum 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 Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum?
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum 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 Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum in Portland, ME. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.

More about Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum

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

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