Book Your Polar Express Journey!
The Polar Express™ Train Ride
POLAR EXPRESS™ TRAIN RIDE QUICK DETAILS
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages
Dates: November 21st - December 23rd, 2025
Motive Power: Steam (Nov 21–23), Diesel (Nov 28–Dec 23)
All steam-powered excursions will include a $10 Heritage Fee, which helps support the preservation and operation of our historic locomotives and equipment
All Aboard The Polar Express™ Train Ride!
This Christmas season, step into the magic of The Polar Express™—a beloved holiday tradition brought to life! Inspired by the classic film, this immersive train ride is the ultimate family experience. Sing along to the iconic soundtrack, sip hot chocolate, and enjoy fresh-baked cookies as you journey to the North Pole—all in your favorite pajamas!
Experience the magic of The Polar Express™ Train Ride, where the beloved holiday story comes to life with music, treats, and a festive journey to the North Pole!
What to Expect
Climb aboard The Polar Express™ Train Ride at the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad in Cumberland, Maryland, for a magical, 60-minute holiday journey to the North Pole! Inspired by the beloved book and hit movie, this family-friendly experience brings the story to life with festive fun and heartwarming holiday spirit. Enjoy a live reading of The Polar Express™, sing along to songs from the film, and relive favorite scenes—right from your seat. Passengers are treated to hot chocolate and a cookie served on board, and everyone receives a commemorative silver sleigh bell to remember the journey. Wear your favorite pajamas, dance with your loved ones, and make unforgettable holiday memories with Santa himself. Seating is limited and popular dates sell quickly, so be sure to book your ride today!
Classes of Service
Coach Class
$40
Passengers in Coach Class will receive a complimentary hot chocolate and cookie, along with a commemorative silver bell for passengers.
First Class
$90 (Lounge)
$375 (4-Top)
Passengers with Lounge Class tickets will receive a souvenir mug, hot chocolate, and a cookie, as well as a silver bell and a special ornament.
Table Class
$153 (2-Top)
$305 (4-Top)
Passengers with Lounge Class tickets will receive a souvenir mug, hot chocolate, and a cookie, as well as a silver bell and a special ornament. 4-top and 2-top tables are available.
Dome Class
$535 (4-Top)
$1,070 (8-Top)
Passengers with Lounge Class tickets will receive a souvenir mug, hot chocolate, and a cookie, as well as a silver bell and a special ornament.
Cancellation Policy
Polar Express Tickets are non-refundable. Trains can operate regardless of weather and we ask all passengers to plan accordingly, no refunds will be issued for missed trains or weather concerns. If you need to cancel your tickets, an in-house credit will be issued. In-house credits can be used on other Western Maryland Scenic Railroad trains, such as our Frostburg Flyer, Winter Brunch Trains, or Summertime Ice Cream Trains. Credits cannot be used to re-book Polar Express Tickets for the following years. Credits will not expire and can be held onto till used.
Please review our full cancellation policies here.
ADA Needs
Due to the historic nature of our equipment, please contact our office for wheelchair and mobility equipment assistance needs. Wheelchairs can only be accommodated in Standard Coach.
Our Other Excursions
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Frostburg Flyer
Our signature train service includes a scenic journey between Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland on board the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.
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Cumberland Ice Cream Train
Beat the Summer heat on one of our ice cream trains departing from Cumberland Station.
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Allegheny Winter Express
Winter is the true hidden gem of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Come take a ride through through the snow, enjoy a freshly cooked brunch on board. Train runs Jan -April.