Santa Train Rides to the North Pole
Departing from a restored 1909 train station, passengers travel in restored vintage cabooses through forests and countryside to the North Pole. At the destination, every child gets to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and receive a candy cane from an elf. Guests can also enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies served at the depot.
What to Expect
Ride vintage cabooses through the countryside to meet Santa Claus.
Event Details
Duration
The entire train ride experience and Santa visit last about an hour.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
Food & Drink
Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies are served at the depot when guests arrive to pick up their tickets.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $28.00 per person; age 4 and under ride free on laps, no ticket required. – Get tickets
- Hours: Departs 3:00, 4:30, 6:00, 7:30.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive with time to pick up your tickets at the depot and have the free hot chocolate and cookies before the conductor calls all aboard.
- Bring your camera, because every child meets Santa and Mrs. Claus at the North Pole and gets a candy cane from an elf.
- Plan to hold children 4 and under on your lap, because they ride free that way and don't need a ticket.
- Allow about an hour for the whole outing, which covers the train ride and the visit with Santa.
- Take exit 11 off I-390 to reach the station on Route 251 in Rush, about 20 minutes from downtown Rochester.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the ride best suited for?
It's made for young children. Kids 4 and under ride free on a lap and don't need a ticket.
How long does the whole experience take?
The train ride and the Santa visit together take about an hour.
What happens at the North Pole?
Every child meets Santa and Mrs. Claus and gets a candy cane from one of Santa's elves.
Is there anything to eat or drink?
Yes. Free hot chocolate and cookies are served at the depot when you arrive to pick up your tickets from the agent.
What are the train cars like?
You ride in restored vintage cabooses through forests and countryside. Trains leave from a restored 1909 train station at Industry.
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