Tickets are now on sale for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at the South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ

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Polar Express at South Devon Railway

Opening Times

Season (28 Nov 2025 - 23 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday11:00 - 21:00

PNP Events, South Devon Railway, Rail Events Inc. and Warner Bros. are excited to announce that tickets are now on sale for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at South Devon Railway in Buckfastleigh in Devon with departures between 28 November and 23 December 2025.

This much-loved family Christmas experience welcomed over 1.5 million riders across 54 locations in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia in 2024, and it's back to spread festive cheer in Devon once again.

Popular dates sell out quickly, so guests are encouraged to book soon. Bookings can be made through the website
www.southdevonrailwaythepolarexpressride.com

This year PNP events will also be supporting an organisation close to their hearts as 5p from every biodegradable carrier bag bought from the on-site shops will go towards helping the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd.
The herd of 150 reindeer in the Cairngorm mountains in Scotland is Britain's only free-ranging herd. The money raised from the sale of the carrier bags will help towards the upkeep of the reindeer.
At South Devon Railway, the classic story is brought to life as guests embark on a magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. A cast of talented performers brings the characters to life, transporting passengers into the world of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a one-hour immersive experience based on the hit film.

Once aboard, the conductor makes his way through the carriages to punch golden tickets while dancing chefs serve hot chocolate and a tasty cookie. Guests are invited to read along with the original children's book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Santa himself climbs aboard during the journey to greet children and adults alike, presenting each guest with the first gift of Christmas — a silver sleigh bell. Just like in the story, a lively cast of characters delivers interactive fun throughout the ride.

All passengers will receive a souvenir golden ticket and sleigh bell to remember this enchanting experience. Families are encouraged to wear pyjamas just like the children in the film. For exact dates, departure times, and ticket prices, visit www.southdevonrailwaythepolarexpressride.com Ticket prices range from £40.95 to £52.95 depending on the date and time selected.

Guide Prices

£40.95 to £52.95

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Buckfastleigh is where our main car park is, with ample free car and coach parking. It is between Exeter and Plymouth on the A38. Leave at the Dart Bridge junction and follow the brown signs for the South Devon Railway.

From Paignton, Torquay, Dawlish and Teignmouth, travel via Newton Abbot and the A383 to the A38.
Satnav: TQ11 0DZ.

Totnes is on the A385 from Paignton and the A381 from Kingsbridge and Dartmouth. The SDR station (Totnes Riverside) is reached by footpath links from Totnes main line station (around 450m) and the town where there are a number of public car parks. There is no dedicated car parking for Totnes Riverside station. Our station is about a 20 minute walk from the town centre.

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