Christmas & Polar Express Train Rides Near Indianapolis
Here's your guide to Polar Express train rides for Indianapolis families. 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!
Whitewater Valley Railroad - The Polar Express Train Ride & Santa Claus Limited
Passengers on this Polar Express train ride will be served hot chocolate and a chocolate chip cookie by dancing chefs, enjoy a reading of the book and have their golden ticket punched by the conductor. At the North Pole, Santa and his elves will board the train for the return trip to Connersville. During his brief visit with each family, Santa will present everyone with the first gift of Christmas - a silver bell from his sleigh. Become part of the story and wear your pajamas!
The Santa Claus Limited is the longest running event at the Whitewater Valley Railroad. You can board the train at Connersville's Grand Central Station for a short excursion through the countryside. Santa Claus will board the train shortly after leaving the station and briefly visit with each family.
Fort Wayne Railroad - Christmas Train & Christmas Caboose Train
Multiple dates
$10/Caboose Train, $35-$45/Christmas Train
The Indiana Christmas Train will depart Pleasant Lake, Indiana for a magical 1.5-hour trip through the winter countryside with Saint Nick aboard! Enjoy carols with the onboard musicians, savor a warm drink, and watch the countryside pass.
Fort Wayne Railroad also offers the Christmas Caboose Train. You can take a 20-minute train ride with Santa Claus or charter a private caboose for the entire family!
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Sullivan Hardware - Santa Express
Grab your family and friends, and hop aboard one of the many Christmas train experiences on the Sullivan Express with access to the North Pole! The variety of different North Pole experiences are perfect for your kids as well as bringing out the kid in you!
French Lick Scenic Railway - The Polar Express Train Ride
Head out to French Lick Scenic Railway for an evening of holiday cheer! Guests enjoy an 80-minute train ride while The Polar Express is read aloud. The train's crew makes the story come to life with song and dance and a special hot chocolate and cookie presentation just like in the family-favorite Christmas movie! Santa Claus boards the train at the North Pole to greet each child with a special gift. Santa's elves join in the fun as well. Riders are encouraged to wear their pajamas - parents, too!
Monticello Railway Museum - The Polar Express
Read along with the story as the train makes its round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot chocolate, surprises, and a treat—plus a special gift for each passenger who believes. All passengers, young and old, are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas to enjoy this magical train ride!
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