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The Texas State Railroad runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Palestine, TX. 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.
🎟 Tickets typically go on sale in late summer — check back or visit the operator's site.
Tickets & Pricing
Group rates
Group pricing available; contact reservations 855-632-7729 (no minimum/rate publicly stated)
Pricing and discounts are published by Texas State Railroadand subject to change — confirm on the operator's site before booking.
Where to stay
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Frequently asked
When does Texas State Railroad run The Polar Express in 2026?↓
The 2026 season schedule isn't published yet. Texas State Railroad typically updates its Polar Express calendar in late spring or summer for the November–December run.
How much do Polar Express tickets at Texas State Railroad cost?↓
The 2026 prices aren't published yet for Texas State Railroad. Most North American Polar Express operators land in the $35–$95 per-seat range depending on coach class.
When do tickets go on sale?↓
Texas State 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 Texas State Railroad?↓
Texas State 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 Texas State Railroad in Palestine, TX. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.
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Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.