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Available Excursions

These are our available excursions that you can book today! Keep up with this page for new rides and schedule updates, we are always adding new excursions. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for regular train updates!

For passengers with special needs (ADA) and boarding requirements, please call our reservation desk at 877-872-4607 to book your tickets.

Durango – Silverton (Steam)

May 2 – Nov 1, 2026

$108 – $313

Experience the magic of the Old West aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s historic steam train, winding through the breathtaking San Juan Mountains along the Animas River. You can enjoy this unforgettable journey with flexible options including a round trip, one-way ride, or a convenient steam train and bus combo.

Silverton Express (Shortest Silverton Day)

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Durango – Silverton (Diesel)

June 8 – August 9, 2026

$100 – $313

Experience the magic of the Old West aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s diesel train, winding through the breathtaking San Juan Mountains along the Animas River. You can enjoy this unforgettable journey with flexible options including a round trip, one-way ride, or a convenient train and bus combo.

Silverton Express (Shortest Silverton Day)

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Adventure Packages

$137 – $402

Experience more of Durango Train! Whether its a morning 4-wheel drive tour in the Colorado backcountry, an afternoon raft trip on the Animas River, or the adrenaline rush of a day spent gliding between trees high up in an old growth Ponderosa canopy, there bound to be an adventure package perfect for you and your family.

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The Polar Express

Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027

$67 – $101

What is THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride?

First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child’s Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2004. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you’ll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!

What to Expect

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit! Click below for more frequently asked questions about THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train.

Behind the Scenes Tour

May 3, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026

$12 – $20

Check out a unique tour of the yard and roundhouse!
Get the inside story on this train’s 142 year history.
This is your chance to see the inner workings of the yard and shops with an experienced guide.

Take our tour of the D&SNG yard, machine shop, roundhouse, car shop, rolling stock, and museum with one of our tour guides. Hear the history and see the behind-the-scenes operation of the railroad.

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