Schedule
Seating Class Options & Rates
All cars have large viewing windows, thrilling children as they get their first glimpse of Santa and the North Pole.
Silver Bells
When we meet Santa at the North Pole he will bring us “Silver Bells” but you must Believe! Do you believe?
ADA-Compliant Car Available – Please contact our Reservations Desk directly at 855-632-7729.
A $3.00 Historical Preservation Fee will be added to the individual ticket rate at checkout. This fee goes directly towards, our depots and the railroad and is used to protect, enhance buildings, places and objects of historical and cultural significance.
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Texas State Railroad, located and departing from Palestine, Texas.
Presidential Car 1511
Seats are limited in the exclusive Presidential Class where keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate and cookies make this a truly magical experience. We have two Presidential Class Coaches. Coach 1511 and Coach 42. Please note there is no access to viewing platform during THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride on Coach 1511.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled. Restrooms available in this car.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $95
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $75
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $105
Adult Ticket – $105
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $85
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $115
Presidential Car 42 Couches
Adult Ticket – $95
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $75
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $105
Adult Ticket – $105
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $85
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $115
Presidential Car 42 Tables w/Chairs
Seats are limited in the exclusive Presidential Class where keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate and cookies make this a truly magical experience. We have two Presidential Class Coaches. Coach 1511 and Coach 42.
Booking both COUCHES and TABLES will require separate reservations when booking online. Parties exceeding 4 passengers may need to book a combination of Couches and Chairs. Please note that Presidential Car 42 Table and Chairs are seated back to back.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled. Restrooms available in this car.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
For assistance with booking, please call 855-632-7729.
Adult Ticket – $90
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $70
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $100
Adult Ticket – $100
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $80
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $110
Dome
The Dome Class comes complete with keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate and cookies and awesome views out of the upper deck dome windows. As a note of information, the Dome Car has very steep steps and a very narrow passageway.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled and has a restroom.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $95
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $75
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $105
Adult Ticket – $105
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $85
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $115
Lower Dome Deluxe First Class
Features booth seating for parties of two or four, along with keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate, and cookies.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled. Restrooms available in this car.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $80
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $60
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $90
Adult Ticket – $90
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $70
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $100
Deluxe First Class
Features four top tables with chairs for parties of two or four along with keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate, and cookies.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $80
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $60
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $90
Adult Ticket – $90
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $70
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $100
First Class
Features booth seating for parties of two or four along with keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs, hot chocolate and cookies.
In addition, this car is temperature-controlled. Restrooms available in this car.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $70
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $50
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $80
Adult Ticket – $80
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $60
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $90
Coach
Coach Class has historic Pullman-style seating for two or four (features roll over seat backs). Hot chocolate and cookies are served by dancing Cocoa chefs.
Coach class does NOT include keepsake THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride mugs.
In addition, this car is NOT temperature-controlled. Restroom available in this car.
This car is NOT ADA-compliant.
Adult Ticket – $50
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $30
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $60
Adult Ticket – $60
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $40
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $70
Adult Ticket – $40
Child Ticket (2-12yr) – $20
Adult with Lap Child Ticket (under 2yr) – $50
ADA-Compliant Car
Please see further details in our FAQ section. This car must be booked by calling our reservations desk directly at 855-632-7729.