Texas Railroad Museums & Depots

Texas State Railroad’s Polar Express ride opens Friday

Truly a "Texas Treasure!" Our historic and scenic railroad offers diesel excursion train rides. Fun for the whole family! Tickets start at just $27. Your train ride is a 4 hour long round trip excursion with an hour and 15 min layover at the Rusk Rail Depot where you can enjoy lunch, explore the grounds, and visit the gift shop. Choose from several train cars, each with a unique experience. The Piney Woods Diesel Express Train Runs from March 8th - April 26th, 2024 Click the “Learn More” Button

THE POLAR EXPRESS at #TexasStateRR is on track to depart beginning November 13th. Tickets are selling fast for prime seats and times onboard the AUTHENTIC POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN departing Texas State Railroad's depot in #PalestineTX! Give your child and family an experience of a lifetime, surrounded by the Christmas spirit of twinkling lights, singing cocoa chefs, and the first sight of Santa and his elves at the North Pole, all bringing to life the well-known story written by Chris Allsburg. We en

The magic returns this November & December at Texas State Railroad! 🚂 🎄 🔔 Step into the story as the train departs the Palestine Depot on a journey to the North Pole. Dressed in your coziest pajamas, enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, caroling, and a visit from Santa—who gifts each child the first gift of Christmas: a silver sleigh bell only believers can hear. 🔔 🎁 The adventure begins November 14th! 🎟️ Get your tickets now before they sell out! ✨ And while you’re here, discover the charm of Pa