A Holiday Tradition Awaits
Join Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their cheerful helpers for a magical holiday train ride through New Hampshire’s White Mountains.
Santa Express Trains
Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Railway for this season's most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH.
Step aboard and discover the magic of the holiday season on the Santa Express Train. This festive 60-minute journey through New Hampshire’s winter woods features Christmas music, twinkling decorations, chocolate chip cookies, cheerful elves, and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. It’s a holiday tradition families will remember for years to come.
As the train winds along the Pemigewasset River, excitement builds for the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Children can share their Christmas wishes, families can capture special memories, and everyone can enjoy the warmth and wonder of the season together.
64 Railroad Street, Lincoln, NH 03251
- Advance reservations are required.
- All trains run rain (snow) or shine unless otherwise posted.
- Pets are NOT allowed on our trains.
- If assistance is required for boarding, please call us in advance: (603) 745-2135
Santa trains start 11/27 and end 12/23
These magical 60-minute train rides are available in Premier, First-Class and Coach options on:
- Friday, 11/27 – 2 trains at 12 & 2 p.m.
- Fridays in December – 1 train at 2 p.m.
- Saturdays – 2 trains at 12 p.m. & 2 p.m.
- Sundays – 2 trains at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
- Tuesday, 12/22 & Wednesday, 12/23 – 1 train – 2 p.m.
- PREMIER: Hop aboard the 103 (determination) car and enjoy a complimentary cookie during the ride. In our top-tier car, you enjoy luxurious couch seating while Santa brings you a candy cane, a novelty bell and a wrist band for first access to photos with the big man himself. Also, receive a complimentary hot chocolate with your wrist band from our on-site trailer.
- CROWN CLASS: Welcome to our newly-renovated car, fully redone this fall! Our crown class is beautifully styled with individual chairs and tables for four. With this ticket you will enjoy a complimentary cookie from our on-site trailer, along with a bell and candy cane from Santa.
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FIRST CLASS: Join us in the First- Class car for a comfortable table seat and a novelty bell and candy cane from Santa.
- COACH: A ride in our coach car includes bench seating, a visit from Santa, as well as a candy cane and novelty bell.