🎄 2026 holiday season

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Polar Express 2026

Cumberland, MD

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The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Cumberland, MD. The published season window is November 20 – December 24, 2026. Tickets are listed at $40.00–$375.00 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 – December 24, 2026

Tickets on sale

TBA

Price range

$40.00 - $375.00

Discounts

No standing discount published by Western Maryland Scenic 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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Most Polar Express stations sit well off the interstate. Picking up a rental at the nearest airport is usually the easiest way in.

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Frequently asked

When does Western Maryland Scenic Railroad run The Polar Express in 2026?
Western Maryland Scenic Railroad runs The Polar Express November 20 – December 24, 2026. Trains depart from Cumberland, MD.
How much do Polar Express tickets at Western Maryland Scenic Railroad cost?
Ticket prices for 2026 are listed at $40.00 - $375.00, varying by coach class and weekend vs. weekday departures.
When do tickets go on sale?
Western Maryland Scenic 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 Western Maryland Scenic Railroad?
Western Maryland Scenic 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 Western Maryland Scenic Railroad in Cumberland, MD. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.

More about Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

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

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