🎄 2026 holiday season

V&T Railway Commission Polar Express 2026

Carson City, NV

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The V&T Railway Commission runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Carson City, NV. The published season window is Thursday through Sunday, November - December. 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

Thursday through Sunday, November - December

Tickets on sale

TBA

Price range

TBA

Discounts

V&T Railway Commission mentions TBA discounts on its 2026 Polar Express page. Bring valid ID to the station to redeem.

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Frequently asked

When does V&T Railway Commission run The Polar Express in 2026?
V&T Railway Commission runs The Polar Express Thursday through Sunday, November - December. Trains depart from Carson City, NV.
How much do Polar Express tickets at V&T Railway Commission cost?
The 2026 prices aren't published yet for V&T Railway Commission. Most North American Polar Express operators land in the $35–$95 per-seat range depending on coach class.
When do tickets go on sale?
V&T Railway Commission 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 V&T Railway Commission?
Yes — V&T Railway Commission's 2026 page mentions TBA discounts. Bring valid ID to the station to redeem.
Where does the train depart from?
Trains depart from V&T Railway Commission in Carson City, NV. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.