Hot Deals & Special Offers
Exclusive Limited Time Offer: Regional Appreciation Discount! Be the First to Experience the Magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS™- and save 20%!
As a huge thank you for your ongoing support, local and regional neighbors get 20% off value departures of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride during opening week!
Book Early and Experience the holiday magic first!
This discount applies to new reservations only.
This regional promotion is open to residents of La Plata County and eight neighboring counties: Archuleta, San Juan, Montezuma, Dolores, San Miguel, Ouray, Hinsdale, and Mineral(CO)
AND residents of the following New Mexico Counties: Bernalillo, Sandoval, Santa Fe, San Juan, Rio Arriba, Taos, and Mckinley(NM)
Promotion Breakdown:
- Save 20% on adult and child POLAR EXPRESS™ tickets for any opening week Value Departure subject to availability
- Dates: Nov. 20,21,22,23 All 3 departures
- Nov. 24, 25 8PM departure only.
- New Reservations Only.
- Eligible Counties: La Plata, Archuleta, San Juan, Montezuma, Dolores, San Miguel, Ouray, Hinsdale, and Mineral(CO). AND the following New Mexico Counties: Bernalillo, Sandoval, Santa Fe, San Juan, Rio Arriba, Taos, and Mckinley(NM)
- Residency Verification: Guests must present a valid ID or proof of regional residency (e.g., driver’s license or utility bill) at the Durango Depot ticket window upon check-in.
To book a reservation or for more information, call the ticket office directly at 888-872-4607. Online booking is not available.
SEASON PASS: Here’s what each season pass holder receives!
Standard class seating: Unlimited Standard-class passage on all our regular trains subject to availability.
Premium class/bus: Not valid for bus up/back or premium seating. However, premium-class seating and bus transportation can be booked on day of ride based on availability. Pass holder must pay difference between standard class and premium-class or bus fares.
Special Events: 10% discounts on selected non-licensed special event trains! (Licensed events such as Polar Express are excluded.)
Backpackers: Backpack fees are waived for Season Pass holders. Great for those who need to pack extra gear for overnighting in the wilderness. Please note: Wilderness Access is not guaranteed. No refunds will be issued for impact to services beyond D&SNGRR control.
2026 Season Passes will be sold through May 31, 2026. If you purchase a season pass prior to December 31, you will receive a buddy pass (one time use voucher) with your purchase
**Child Season passes must be purchased with an adult season pass.
*All-In Pricing. The total price listed includes 8% Historic Preservation Fee.
You can also call 888-872-4607 to book your season pass.
20% Military Discount**
The D&SNGRR is proud to offer a 20% discount on Round Trip Train Standard-Class coach or gondola tickets to active and retired military and disabled veterans. This discount will also be extended for up to 3 additional immediate family members in the same reservation.
Call 970-247-2733 or 877-872-4607 to make reservations!
**Valid for new reservations only. This deal may not be combined with any other discount, promotion or offer. Not valid on special events (including the Polar Express) or with use of a Season Pass. We reserve the right to limit the availability or end this offer at any time.
The D&SNGRR continues to be a proud participant of the Wounded Warrior Project. Click here for more information on the WWP.