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Cordele Holiday Train — SAM Shortline

  • Run by SAM Shortline Excursion Train
  • Cordele Depot — Cordele, Georgia, United States

Next: Dec 11–19, 2026

A one-hour holiday train for kids from the downtown Cordele Depot in Georgia, with Santa on board, holiday music, hot chocolate and cookies and a gift for each passenger.

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Next edition

Dec 11–19, 2026

Fri–Sat, Dec 11–12 and Dec 18–19. Fridays 5:00, 6:30 and 8:00 pm; Saturdays 3:30, 5:00, 6:30 and 8:00 pm.

From $19 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

The SAM Shortline excursion railroad runs its Cordele Holiday Train as a one-hour holiday ride for kids from the downtown Cordele Depot in Cordele, Georgia. The operator says Santa is on board and gives out a gift for each passenger, while passengers enjoy holiday music, hot chocolate and cookies.

All cars and seats are assigned. The operator sells Coach seats, with separate adult and child fares and children under two riding free in a lap, and a higher-priced Deluxe seat at one price for all ages. Fares do not include tax and handling charges.

The SAM Shortline sells this train separately from its other Christmas rides to Plains, Georgia, which have their own pages, dates and fares.

What to expect

A one-hour ride from the Cordele Depot with Santa on board, a gift for each passenger, holiday music, hot chocolate and cookies. The operator describes it as a holiday train for kids. Seats are assigned when booking.

Practical info

Boards at the downtown Cordele Depot, 105 9th Ave E, Cordele, Georgia. Tickets can be booked online or by calling the depot at 229-276-0755 (office hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM). Tickets are not emailed: pick them up at will call inside the depot. All cars and seats are assigned. Listed fares do not include tax and handling.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Cordele Holiday Train?▾
The operator describes a one-hour holiday train for kids.
Where does it leave from?▾
From the downtown Cordele Depot, 105 9th Ave E, Cordele, Georgia.
What does each passenger get?▾
Santa is on board and gives out a gift for each passenger. The operator also lists holiday music, hot chocolate and cookies.
How do I get my tickets?▾
You can book online or call the depot at 229-276-0755. Tickets are not emailed: pick them up at will call inside the depot.
Are seats assigned?▾
Yes. The operator says all cars and seats will be assigned.
Do babies need a ticket?▾
Children under two ride free in a lap, according to the operator.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 8, 2026 from the official site: samshortline.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: samshortline.com

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