Christmas & Polar Express Train Rides Near Chicago
Here's your guide to Polar Express train rides near Chicago and the suburbs. All aboard for a magical Christmas train ride that will remind your kids of one of the best loved holiday books!
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The most popular Polar Express trains book up early, and it might be necessary to plan far in advance to avoid a sellout!
CTA Holiday Train & Bus
The CTA Holiday Train & Bus is a unique-to-Chicago holiday experience. The decked-out and dazzling CTA Holiday Train and the popular CTA Holiday Bus are sure to delight passengers of all ages.
Union Station - The Polar Express
What better place to read - and relive! - the classic Christmas story, The Polar Express, than on a holiday-decked out Amtrak train? Kids are encouraged to wear their pjs on this epic adventure, and will receive a mug of hot chocolate, cookie, and sleigh bell to bring home. The train ride is 1 hour.
Fox River Trolley Museum - The Polar Express
The train will transport you to the “North Pole” where Santa will be waiting. At the North Pole, Santa will board the train. There will be caroling and sing-alongs with professional musicians.
Illinois Railway Museum Happy Holiday Railway
Head to the Illinois Railway Museum for a magically festive experience. Embark on a magical 40-minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself! Treats and hot chocolate will be served.
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