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THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Delaware River Railroad Excursions

  • Run by Delaware River Railroad Excursions
  • Lehigh Junction, Phillipsburg — Phillipsburg, New Jersey, United States

Next: Nov 27 – Dec 20, 2026

A 90-minute holiday train ride from Phillipsburg, New Jersey, on the Delaware River Railroad Excursions, with hot chocolate, cookies and a visit from Santa.

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Nov 27 – Dec 20, 2026

Nov 27–29; Dec 4–6, 11–13, 18–20. Fridays 6 and 8 pm; Saturdays 2, 4, 6 and 8 pm; Sundays 2, 4 and 6 pm.

From $38 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

The Delaware River Railroad Excursions brings THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride to Phillipsburg, New Jersey, each holiday season. The train departs from Lehigh Junction in the town's Historic Main Street district for what the operator calls a festive 90-minute round-trip journey, with the sounds of the story playing in the cars.

The operator says passengers can expect cheerful conductors, hot chocolate and cookies served on board, festive storytelling and a special visit from Santa, in a fully immersive atmosphere with costumes, music and holiday cheer.

The railroad also operates river, winery, pumpkin and other themed trains at other times of the year from its Phillipsburg and Riegelsville stations.

What to expect

A 90-minute round trip: cheerful conductors, hot chocolate and cookies on board, festive storytelling, music and costumes, and a visit from Santa. The operator says tickets sell out very quickly.

Practical info

Delaware River Railroad Excursions, 38 Market Street, Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865 (departure at Lehigh Junction in the Historic Main Street district). Tickets are sold through TicketWeb from the operator's site. Information line: 877-872-4674.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Polar Express ride in Phillipsburg?▾
The operator describes a festive 90-minute round-trip journey.
Where does the train leave from?▾
From Lehigh Junction in Phillipsburg's Historic Main Street district; the operator's address is 38 Market Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865.
What is served on board?▾
The operator says hot chocolate and cookies are served on board, with festive storytelling and a visit from Santa.
Do tickets sell out?▾
The operator says tickets sell out very quickly and puts them on sale in July.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 2, 2026 from the official site: 877trainride.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: 877trainride.com

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