2026 THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride (Standard)
General Trip Description: Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a magical one-hour and fifteen minute trip to meet Santa. Once on board, the Conductor will punch your golden ticket before hot chocolate and cookies are served by dancing chefs. Passengers then read along with the classic children’s book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Santa and his helpers board the train to greet passengers and each guest is given the First Gift of Christmas – a silver sleigh bell. During the trip, characters on each car lead passengers in caroling and onboard entertainment just like in the film! Each guest will take home a keepsake sleigh bell in addition to the wonderful memories made on this magical trip. First Class passengers also receive a collectible THE POLAR EXPRESS™ mug to take home. All trips depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. If you are a large party needing to book and don’t see enough seating, please call the ticketing office for assistance at 1-800-2 trains 2.
2026 THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride (Value)
General Trip Description: Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a magical one-hour and fifteen minute trip to meet Santa. Once on board, the Conductor will punch your golden ticket before hot chocolate and cookies are served by dancing chefs. Passengers then read along with the classic children’s book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Santa and his helpers board the train to greet passengers and each guest is given the First Gift of Christmas – a silver sleigh bell. During the trip, characters on each car lead passengers in caroling and onboard entertainment just like in the film! Each guest will take home a keepsake sleigh bell in addition to the wonderful memories made on this magical trip. First Class passengers also receive a collectible THE POLAR EXPRESS™ mug to take home. All trips depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. If you are a large party needing to book and don’t see enough seating, please call the ticketing office for assistance at 1-800-2 trains 2.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.
2026 Branson Scenic Railway – Evening Excursion Train
This 2-hour excursion traverses the Ozark’s rolling hills, spectacular trestles, and deep tunnels that are not accessible by other means of transportation. Our vintage passenger coaches offer vistas through wide windows and panoramic views in three dome cars. All classes of service include historic narration, live onboard entertainment, access to our concession car, and onboard restrooms. The train’s direction of travel depends on freight traffic and is determined just prior to departure. At that time, the train will proceed either north or south. All excursions depart from and return to the historic Branson Depot across from the Branson Landing. This trip does not offer wheelchair accessibility cars as all cars designated for excursion purposes at this time are accessed via our lower boarding platforms and require climbing steps to access the cars. Please book either the Dinner Train trip offered at the same time or one of our earlier day time excursion trips.