Christmas Train Rides in New Jersey (2026)
New Jersey has two licensed Polar Express rides, both in the northern half of the state: Whippany, which runs for two full months, and Phillipsburg on the Delaware River. Below them is a long list of Santa trains, including the Black River & Western in Flemington, a one-day NJ Transit Santa train in Wayne, the Seashore Lines’ 31st Santa Express in Cape May County, and smaller rides in Woodstown and Allaire State Park. Our Polar Express and Christmas train guide for every state covers New York and Pennsylvania next door.
The short version
- 7 holiday trains in New Jersey for 2026, 2 of them the licensed Polar Express (Phillipsburg, Whippany)
- First to run: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride, Whippany, from November 1. Last: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride, Whippany, until December 30
- Lowest fare: Ride With Santa!, Wayne, from $29
- Book only on each railroad’s own site; every ride below links to it
New Jersey holiday trains at a glance
- Holiday trains
- 7 confirmed for 2026
- Licensed Polar Express
- Phillipsburg, Whippany
- Season
- November 1 to December 30, 2026
- Lowest fare
- From $29 (Tri-State Railway Historical Society)
- After Christmas
- Morristown & Erie Railway (to December 30)
- Last checked
Plan your date
When each New Jersey Christmas train runs
THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride in Whippany has the longest season, November 1 to December 30. Each bar spans a ride’s season, not every day in it, so check the railroad’s calendar for exact dates.
- THE POLAR EXPRESS Train RideWhippany · Nov 1 to Dec 30
- Santa ExpressFlemington · Nov 21 to Dec 20
- THE POLAR EXPRESS Train RidePhillipsburg · Nov 27 to Dec 20
- Ride With Santa!Wayne · Dec 5 only
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Where New Jersey’s Christmas trains leave from
- 1Wayne: Ride With Santa!
- 2Whippany: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
- 3Phillipsburg: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
- 4Flemington: Santa Express
- 5Wall Township: Santa Express
- 6Woodstown: Santa Claus Special
- 7Richland: The Santa Express
Licensed Polar Express Other holiday trains. Faint dots are New Jersey towns, for shape.
Two licensed Polar Express rides and five more Santa trains, north to south.
New Jersey's 2026 holiday trains at a glance
| Ride | Town | Season | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morristown & Erie Railway | Whippany | Nov 1 to Dec 30 | From $59 | On sale now |
| Delaware River Railroad Excursions | Phillipsburg | Nov 27 to Dec 20 | From $38 | On sale now |
| Black River & Western | Flemington | Nov 21 to Dec 20 | From $33.99 | On sale now |
| Tri-State Railway Historical Society | Wayne | Dec 5 only | From $29 | On sale now |
| Seashore Lines | Richland | Thanksgiving to Christmas | See booking page | On sale now |
| Woodstown Central Railroad | Woodstown | December, see calendar | From $29 | On sale now |
| Pine Creek Railroad | Wall Township | 2026 not posted | Not posted yet | Not on sale yet |
Whippany: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride on the Morristown & Erie
Licensed Polar ExpressMorristown & Erie Railway with Rail Events Productions · Whippany
- Operator
- Morristown & Erie Railway with Rail Events Productions(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Whippany Station, Whippany
- Season
- November 1 to December 30, 2026, several departures most days; no trains November 2, 9, 16, 26 and 30 or December 7, 14 and 25
- Ride length
- About 1 hour on the train, about 2 hours with check-in
- What's included
- Golden tickets, dancing chefs with hot chocolate and Walker's Shortbread, the book read aloud, caroling, and a silver sleigh bell from Santa
- Price
- From $59 in Coach; First Class in 1940s coaches with a ceramic mug costs more; parking pass added at checkout
- Tickets
- On sale now
- Best ages
- All ages
Whippany runs one of the longest Polar Express seasons in the country, starting November 1 and running almost every day until December 30. The Morristown & Erie Railway and Rail Events Productions stage the full show: car hosts punch golden tickets, dancing chefs serve hot chocolate and Walker’s Shortbread, everyone reads along with the book, and Santa boards with the silver bell. There is no outdoor North Pole set here; Santa comes to you.
Coach seats in restored commuter coaches face the center of the car; First Class rides in 1940s coaches and comes with a ceramic mug. Arrive about an hour before showtime, since the box office closes at showtime and late guests cannot board. A per-car parking pass is added at checkout. Sensory-friendly departures have softer audio and limited flashing lights.
Check dates and tickets with Morristown & Erie Railway(opens in a new tab)Phillipsburg: THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride on the Delaware River Railroad
Licensed Polar ExpressDelaware River Railroad Excursions · Phillipsburg
- Operator
- Delaware River Railroad Excursions(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Lehigh Junction, Phillipsburg
- Season
- November 27 to 29; December 4 to 6, 11 to 13, and 18 to 20, 2026; Fridays 6 and 8 pm, Saturdays 2, 4, 6 and 8 pm, Sundays 2, 4 and 6 pm
- Ride length
- About 90 minutes round trip
- What's included
- Conductors, hot chocolate and cookies, the story, music and costumes, and a visit from Santa
- Price
- From $38
- Tickets
- On sale now; sells out very quickly
- Best ages
- All ages
Delaware River Railroad Excursions runs New Jersey’s other licensed Polar Express from Lehigh Junction in Phillipsburg’s Historic Main Street district, just across the Delaware from Easton, Pennsylvania. The round trip is about 90 minutes, longer than Whippany’s, with the story’s soundtrack playing, conductors in costume, hot chocolate and cookies, and Santa’s visit.
At $38 it is also the less expensive of the two. The railroad says it sells out very quickly, and tickets are sold through TicketWeb from its site. Its information line is 877-872-4674.
Check dates and tickets with Delaware River Railroad Excursions(opens in a new tab)Flemington: the Black River & Western Santa Express
Santa trainBlack River & Western Railroad · Flemington
- Operator
- Black River & Western Railroad(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Flemington Station, Flemington
- Season
- November 21 and 22, 27 to 29; December 5 and 6, 12 and 13, and 18 to 20, 2026; departures between 9:30 am and 6:30 pm, with evening trains on some Fridays and Saturdays
- Ride length
- Just under 2 hours with the Ringoes layover
- What's included
- A golden ticket and sleigh bell for each child, Santa and Mrs. Claus on board, cookies and cocoa at Ringoes, model trains and a digital family photo with Santa
- Price
- From $33.99 in Coach; Premium Coach tables, a private caboose for 14 and a Club Car cost more; under 3 free with an adult
- Tickets
- On sale now
- Best ages
- All ages; under 3 free with an adult ticket
The Black River & Western runs its Santa Express from Flemington to Ringoes and back behind a vintage diesel. Every child gets a souvenir golden ticket and a handcrafted sleigh bell, and Santa and Mrs. Claus are on board. At Ringoes Station there is a layover with a cookie and hot cocoa for everyone, operating model trains, a small railroad museum, a photo booth family picture with Santa delivered digitally, and a mailbox for letters to Santa. The railroad is clear that it is not the Polar Express.
There are no restrooms at Flemington Station, and the ones at Ringoes are down a staircase, so plan ahead. Strollers and car seats are not recommended. The train is heated but the stations are open to the weather.
Check dates and tickets with Black River & Western(opens in a new tab)Wayne: Ride With Santa on NJ Transit
Santa trainTri-State Railway Historical Society · Wayne
- Operator
- Tri-State Railway Historical Society(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Wayne/Route 23 Transit Center, Wayne
- Season
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm
- Ride length
- About 1 hour round trip to Denville
- What's included
- Carol-singing musicians, costumed characters, Mrs. Claus, and Santa with a small gift, a candy cane and an activity book for every child
- Price
- From $29
- Tickets
- On sale now
- Best ages
- All ages
Once a year the Tri-State Railway Historical Society, a volunteer group, charters an NJ Transit train for Ride With Santa!, its biggest fundraiser. The hour-long trip runs from the Wayne/Route 23 Transit Center along the Montclair-Boonton Line to Denville and back, with musicians singing carols, costumed characters, Mrs. Claus and Santa, who gives every child a small gift, a candy cane and an activity book.
Because it uses modern NJ Transit cars, it is the most accessible Santa train in the state, with a high-level platform reached by a ramp. Your ticket assigns a car but not a seat. Arrive 20 to 30 minutes early; the train cannot be held. It runs only on December 5.
Check dates and tickets with Tri-State Railway Historical Society(opens in a new tab)Richland and Tuckahoe: the Seashore Lines Santa Express
Santa trainCape May Seashore Lines · Richland
- Operator
- Cape May Seashore Lines(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Richland Village Train Station, Richland
- Season
- Every weekend and select weekday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026, from Richland and Tuckahoe stations
- Ride length
- See the railroad's site
- What's included
- A decorated train with Santa visiting families on board
- Price
- Coach and First Class tickets on sale; see the booking page for prices
- Tickets
- On sale now
- Best ages
- All ages
The Cape May Seashore Lines is celebrating its 31st season of the Santa Express, a South Jersey family tradition. Trains run every weekend and on select weekday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas, from two stations: Richland Village on Route 40, about 15 minutes from Hammonton, Vineland and Mays Landing, and Tuckahoe, near Routes 49 and 50.
Coach and First Class tickets are on sale through the railroad’s site. It is the closest Santa train for Atlantic, Cumberland and Cape May County families, and riders’ reviews on the railroad’s page single out Santa taking his time with each family.
Check dates and tickets with Seashore Lines(opens in a new tab)Woodstown: Woodstown Central Railroad Christmas trains
Christmas trainsWoodstown Central Railroad · Woodstown
- Operator
- Woodstown Central Railroad(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Woodstown Central Railroad, Woodstown
- Season
- Several Christmas trains in December 2026; see the railroad's calendar
- Ride length
- 35 to 75 minutes, depending on the train
- What's included
- The 60-minute Santa Claus Special with a gift for every child, a 75-minute candlelight ride with Santa, a short family Christmas train, and a new Breakfast with Santa train
- Price
- Shortest rides from $29
- Tickets
- On sale now
- Best ages
- All ages
The Woodstown Central Railroad in Salem County runs a whole menu of Christmas trains. The Santa Claus Special is a 60-minute ride with Santa, festive decorations and a gift for every child; a 75-minute candlelight ride from downtown Woodstown adds winter scenery; a shorter 35-minute family Christmas train starts at $29; and new this year is Breakfast with Santa served on board.
Private cars that seat four are also sold for some trains. Tickets for the whole winter season went on sale in late July, so check the calendar for what is left. It is the closest holiday train for Salem and Gloucester County families and for Wilmington, Delaware, just across the bridge.
Check dates and tickets with Woodstown Central Railroad(opens in a new tab)Wall Township: Pine Creek Railroad Santa trains at Allaire State Park
Santa trainNew Jersey Museum of Transportation (Pine Creek Railroad) · Wall Township
- Operator
- New Jersey Museum of Transportation (Pine Creek Railroad)(opens in a new tab)
- Boards at
- Pine Creek Railroad, Allaire State Park, Wall Township
- Season
- Weekends from late November through December in past years; 2026 dates not posted yet
- Ride length
- A short ride through the woods
- What's included
- A short train ride with Santa talking to every child
- Price
- Not posted for 2026
- Tickets
- Watch the museum's site
- Best ages
- All ages
The New Jersey Museum of Transportation runs the Pine Creek Railroad, a small narrow-gauge line in Allaire State Park, and its December Santa trains are a Monmouth County tradition. Santa rides along and talks to every child on a short trip through the woods, and last year the trains ran on Thanksgiving weekend and December Saturdays, with day and night trains.
No 2026 dates were up on the museum's site in mid-October. It is the shortest and least expensive Santa ride at the Shore, which makes it a good fit for toddlers. Check the special events page in November.
Check dates and tickets with Pine Creek Railroad(opens in a new tab)Which New Jersey Holiday Train Is Right for You
The Polar Express, North Jersey
Whippany for the most dates, Phillipsburg for a longer ride at a lower price.
Central Jersey
The Black River & Western Santa Express from Flemington.
Wheelchair users and strollers
Ride With Santa in Wayne, on modern NJ Transit cars, on December 5.
South Jersey and the Shore
The Seashore Lines Santa Express, Woodstown Central, or Pine Creek at Allaire.
How Far New Jersey's Holiday Trains Are From Major Cities
Typical drive times without holiday traffic.
| Starting from | To | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | Whippany | About 30 minutes |
| New Brunswick | Flemington | About 35 minutes |
| Trenton | Phillipsburg | About 1 hour |
| Atlantic City | Richland | About 35 minutes |
| Philadelphia | Woodstown | About 45 minutes |
| Asbury Park | Allaire State Park | About 15 minutes |
Northwest New Jersey families are close to the Pennsylvania trains on our Pennsylvania page, and Phillipsburg is right across the river from the Lehigh Valley. North Jersey families can also look at the New York rides on our New York page, and South Jersey families are near the Wilmington & Western on our Delaware page.
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Model train shows
The Model Railroad Club in Union opens its huge HO layout for its Holiday Train Show on November 27 to 29 and December weekends, and Ocean City holds its Holiday Train Expo at the Music Pier on December 5 and 6.
Polar Express or not
Only Whippany and Phillipsburg are licensed Polar Express rides. The Black River & Western says so on its own site.
Getting there by train
Northeast Regional trains stop in Newark, Metropark, New Brunswick and Trenton; see our Northeast Regional with kids guide.
The Sleigh Bell Moment
Rally’s favorite person on his train in our book is Mr. Conductor, who seems to know everything. Half the Santa trains in New Jersey end with a sleigh bell in a small hand, which is the same feeling: someone on the train made you feel special.
Rally’s story was my mom’s before it was mine to finish; our story page tells how. Print our free Rally coloring pages for the Turnpike.
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More for holiday train families
- Find a Christmas train near you: type your town and see every ride in the country sorted by distance
- Christmas train guide by state: licensed rides, costs and booking tips
- Christmas trains in Pennsylvania
- Christmas trains in New York
- Christmas trains in Delaware
- Every Amtrak route with kids, for a real train trip after the holidays
- Free Rally activity pack and coloring pages to print before the ride
Sources
- Whippany THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride(opens in a new tab)
- Delaware River Railroad Excursions: THE POLAR EXPRESS(opens in a new tab)
- Black River & Western Railroad: Santa Express(opens in a new tab)
- Tri-State Railway Historical Society: Santa Train(opens in a new tab)
- Cape May Seashore Lines: The Santa Express(opens in a new tab)
- Woodstown Central Railroad(opens in a new tab)
- New Jersey Museum of Transportation: special events(opens in a new tab)
Checked against each railroad’s own pages on . THE POLAR EXPRESS is a trademark of Warner Bros. Entertainment. Each ride is run by the railroad or museum named above; Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Rail Events or any railroad listed here. Book only through the operator’s own site, and confirm dates and prices there before you go.
New Jersey Christmas trains: questions parents ask
Where is the Polar Express in New Jersey?
New Jersey has two licensed Polar Express rides in 2026. Whippany Station on the Morristown and Erie Railway runs from November 1 to December 30, and Delaware River Railroad Excursions runs from Lehigh Junction in Phillipsburg from November 27 to December 20.
What Christmas train rides are in New Jersey in 2026?
We confirmed seven holiday train rides in New Jersey for 2026: the Polar Express in Whippany; the Polar Express in Phillipsburg; the Santa Express in Flemington; Ride With Santa! in Wayne; The Santa Express in Richland; the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown; the Santa Express in Wall Township. Two of the 7 New Jersey rides are the licensed Polar Express.
What holiday events for kids are in Whippany, New Jersey, in 2026?
For families, Whippany has THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride from Morristown & Erie Railway (November 1 to December 30, from $59). It includes golden tickets, dancing chefs with hot chocolate and Walker's Shortbread, the book read aloud, caroling, and a silver sleigh bell from Santa. For other Whippany, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What Christmas events are happening in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, in 2026?
For families, Phillipsburg has THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride from Delaware River Railroad Excursions (November 27 to December 20, from $38). It includes conductors, hot chocolate and cookies, the story, music and costumes, and a visit from Santa. Plan on about 90 minutes round trip. For other Phillipsburg, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What holiday events for kids are in Flemington, New Jersey, in 2026?
For families, Flemington has Santa Express from Black River & Western (November 21 to December 20, from $33.99). It includes a golden ticket and sleigh bell for each child, Santa and Mrs. Claus on board, cookies and cocoa at Ringoes, model trains and a digital family photo with Santa. For other Flemington, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What Christmas events are there in Wayne, New Jersey, this year?
For families, Wayne has Ride With Santa! from Tri-State Railway Historical Society (December 5 only, from $29). It includes carol-singing musicians, costumed characters, Mrs. Claus, and Santa with a small gift, a candy cane and an activity book for every child. Plan on about 1 hour round trip to Denville. For other Wayne, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What Christmas events are there in Richland, New Jersey, this year?
For families, Richland has The Santa Express from Seashore Lines (Thanksgiving to Christmas, see booking page). It includes a decorated train with Santa visiting families on board. It is the Seashore Lines' 31st season, with departures from two stations. For other Richland, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What Christmas events are happening in Woodstown, New Jersey, in 2026?
For families, Woodstown has Santa Claus Special from Woodstown Central Railroad (December, see calendar, from $29). It includes the 60-minute Santa Claus Special with a gift for every child, a 75-minute candlelight ride with Santa, a short family Christmas train, and a new Breakfast with Santa train. For other Woodstown, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
What holiday events for kids are in Wall Township, New Jersey, in 2026?
For families, Wall Township has Santa Express from Pine Creek Railroad (2026 not posted, not posted yet). It includes a short train ride with Santa talking to every child. Plan on a short ride through the woods. It runs on a small narrow-gauge line inside Allaire State Park, home of the New Jersey Museum of Transportation. For other Wall Township, New Jersey, events like parades and tree lightings, check the town or chamber of commerce calendar.
Where can families near Newark, New Jersey find a Christmas train ride?
From Newark, typical winter drive times on clear roads are: Whippany, about 30 minutes. Each New Jersey ride on this page lists dates, prices and the booking link, so Newark families can compare before they drive.
Where can families near New Brunswick, New Jersey find a Christmas train ride?
From New Brunswick, typical winter drive times on clear roads are: Flemington, about 35 minutes. Each New Jersey ride on this page lists dates, prices and the booking link, so New Brunswick families can compare before they drive.
Where can families near Trenton, New Jersey find a Christmas train ride?
From Trenton, typical winter drive times on clear roads are: Phillipsburg, about 1 hour. Each New Jersey ride on this page lists dates, prices and the booking link, so Trenton families can compare before they drive.
Where can families near Atlantic City, New Jersey find a Christmas train ride?
From Atlantic City, typical winter drive times on clear roads are: Richland, about 35 minutes. Each New Jersey ride on this page lists dates, prices and the booking link, so Atlantic City families can compare before they drive.
Where can families near Philadelphia, New Jersey find a Christmas train ride?
From Philadelphia, typical winter drive times on clear roads are: Woodstown, about 45 minutes. Each New Jersey ride on this page lists dates, prices and the booking link, so Philadelphia families can compare before they drive.
How much is the Whippany Polar Express?
Coach seats on the Whippany Polar Express start at $59 for 2026, and First Class in restored 1940s coaches with a ceramic mug costs more. A parking pass is added at checkout. Guests should arrive about an hour early, because the box office closes at showtime.
Is the Black River and Western Santa Express the Polar Express?
No. The Black River and Western Railroad says its Santa Express from Flemington is not a Polar Express ride. It has Santa and Mrs. Claus on board, a sleigh bell and golden ticket for each child, and a layover at Ringoes Station with cookies, cocoa and model trains.
Is there an accessible Santa train in New Jersey?
Yes. Ride With Santa, run by the Tri-State Railway Historical Society on December 5, 2026, uses modern NJ Transit cars from the Wayne/Route 23 Transit Center, where a ramp reaches the high-level platform. The ride is about an hour round trip to Denville.
Are there any New Jersey Christmas trains after Christmas?
Yes. The Polar Express in Whippany runs until December 30. Every other New Jersey ride on this page ends by Christmas Eve. The Polar Express in Whippany: November 1 to December 30, 2026, several departures most days; no trains November 2, 9, 16, 26 and 30 or December 7, 14 and 25.
What is the cheapest Christmas train in New Jersey?
The lowest posted 2026 fare we found in New Jersey is for Ride With Santa! in Wayne: from $29. At the top end is the Polar Express in Whippany: from $59. Prices come from each New Jersey railroad's own listing and can change, so confirm at checkout. For Ride With Santa! in Wayne: from $29.
Which New Jersey Christmas train is best for toddlers?
The shortest New Jersey ride, and usually the easiest for toddlers, is the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown: 35 to 75 minutes, depending on the train. The longest is the Santa Express in Flemington, at just under 2 hours with the Ringoes layover. Ages for the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown: all ages. Breakfast with Santa on board is new for 2026.
When do New Jersey Christmas train tickets go on sale?
On sale now: the Polar Express in Whippany; the Polar Express in Phillipsburg; the Santa Express in Flemington; Ride With Santa! in Wayne; The Santa Express in Richland; the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown. The Santa Express in Wall Township: watch the museum's site. Popular New Jersey dates go first, so buy as soon as your ride opens.
Which New Jersey Christmas trains have Santa?
All 7 New Jersey rides on this page include Santa. The Polar Express in Whippany: golden tickets, dancing chefs with hot chocolate and Walker's Shortbread, the book read aloud, caroling, and a silver sleigh bell from Santa. The Polar Express in Phillipsburg: conductors, hot chocolate and cookies, the story, music and costumes, and a visit from Santa.
What is included with the Polar Express in Whippany?
The Polar Express in Whippany includes golden tickets, dancing chefs with hot chocolate and Walker's Shortbread, the book read aloud, caroling, and a silver sleigh bell from Santa. For the Whippany ride, plan on about 1 hour on the train, about 2 hours with check-in. Santa boards during the show; there is no outdoor North Pole set at Whippany.
How much are tickets for the Polar Express in Phillipsburg?
The Polar Express in Phillipsburg costs from $38. The Polar Express runs November 27 to 29; December 4 to 6, 11 to 13, and 18 to 20, 2026; Fridays 6 and 8 pm, Saturdays 2, 4, 6 and 8 pm, Sundays 2, 4 and 6 pm. Delaware River Railroad Excursions tickets: on sale now; sells out very quickly.
How much are tickets for the Santa Express in Flemington?
The Santa Express in Flemington costs from $33.99 in Coach; Premium Coach tables, a private caboose for 14 and a Club Car cost more; under 3 free with an adult. The Santa Express runs November 21 and 22, 27 to 29; December 5 and 6, 12 and 13, and 18 to 20, 2026; departures between 9:30 am and 6:30 pm, with evening trains on some Fridays and Saturdays.
How much is Ride With Santa! in Wayne?
Ride With Santa! in Wayne costs from $29. Ride With Santa! runs Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. Tri-State Railway Historical Society tickets: on sale now. Tri-State Railway Historical Society age rules: all ages. It runs one day a year on NJ Transit's Montclair-Boonton Line in modern, accessible cars, staffed entirely by volunteers.
How much are tickets for The Santa Express in Richland?
Fares for The Santa Express in Richland: Coach and First Class tickets on sale; see the booking page for prices. The Santa Express runs every weekend and select weekday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026, from Richland and Tuckahoe stations. Seashore Lines tickets: on sale now. Seashore Lines age rules: all ages. It is the Seashore Lines' 31st season, with departures from two stations.
How much is the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown?
Fares for the Santa Claus Special in Woodstown: Shortest rides from $29. Season: Several Christmas trains in December 2026; see the railroad's calendar. Woodstown Central Railroad tickets: on sale now. Woodstown Central Railroad age rules: all ages. Breakfast with Santa on board is new for 2026.
How much is the Santa Express in Wall Township?
Fares for the Santa Express in Wall Township: Not posted for 2026. The Santa Express runs weekends from late November through December in past years; 2026 dates not posted yet. Pine Creek Railroad tickets: watch the museum's site. Pine Creek Railroad age rules: all ages. It runs on a small narrow-gauge line inside Allaire State Park, home of the New Jersey Museum of Transportation.
Where does the Polar Express in Whippany leave from?
The Polar Express in Whippany boards at Whippany Station, 1 Railroad Plaza, in Whippany. Arrive about an hour before showtime, since the box office closes at showtime and late guests cannot board. A per-car parking pass is added at checkout. Morristown & Erie Railway tickets: on sale now. Santa boards during the show; there is no outdoor North Pole set at Whippany.
What happens on the Polar Express in Phillipsburg?
The Polar Express in Phillipsburg includes conductors, hot chocolate and cookies, the story, music and costumes, and a visit from Santa. For the Phillipsburg ride, plan on about 90 minutes round trip. The train leaves from Lehigh Junction in Phillipsburg's Historic Main Street district, across the river from Easton.
What is included with the Santa Express in Flemington?
The Santa Express in Flemington includes a golden ticket and sleigh bell for each child, Santa and Mrs. Claus on board, cookies and cocoa at Ringoes, model trains and a digital family photo with Santa. Black River & Western ride length: just under 2 hours with the Ringoes layover. The train lays over at Ringoes Station, where there are model trains and a mailbox for letters to Santa.