The North Pole Express In Maine Is Like A Hallmark Movie

Maine is so far north compared to other states that it might feel like we’re at the North Pole. In fact, our state is part of the 45th Parallel which is halfway from the equator to the North Pole. You can even visit a little town near the Canadian border called Perry which fits within this global lateral line. They even have an enchanted Christmas walk you should check out. Even though we are not at the North Pole and there’s only one location on the planet that can actually be called Santa’s home, that doesn’t mean it’s out of reach. All you need to do is have an imagination as well as some time to visit Boothbay for the North Pole Express Christmas train ride in Maine.

This holiday season, make things extra special and sparkly by visiting the Boothbay Railway Village Museum.

You can certainly visit any time of year, but just before Christmas, guests are invited to board the No. 551 “Little Red Caboose” when it reimagines itself as the North Pole Express!

Before boarding the classic passenger car built in 1904, you'll get inside the main train station at the museum, the historic 1912 Freeport Station.

Here, you'll have the chance to write a letter to Santa before boarding the train for your trip to the North Pole.

The conductor will let you know it's time to go by giving an enthusiastic "All Aboard" which is when you'll feel the excitement in the air get stronger.

The train makes its way to the North Pole (or, Thorndike Station for those who prefer reality), where Santa will greet you.

He'll take the time to speak with everyone who's interested to make sure nobody leaves without feeling a bit closer to the big guy.

Then, the train will whisk you back to where your trip began, so you can enjoy the museum grounds and take in the Christmas vibes found all over. Keep your fingers crossed for snow, too!

Trips depart on both Saturday and Sunday every 45 minutes at 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 4 p.m.

The North Pole Express at Boothbay Railway Village leaves the station on weekends during the month of December. Tickets for the experience range from $17 to $21 and can be purchased online by visiting the North Pole Express event page. Children 3 and under do not require a ticket so, therefore, are free. You can also follow the Boothbay Railway Village on Facebook. You can reach the railway at 207-633-4727. So grab your tickets and “all aboard” for this magical Christmas train ride in Maine.

Make sure those spirits stay bright by walking or driving through 200,000 holiday lights at Winter Wonderland at Augusta West in Maine! Or, hop in the RV and take a magical Maine Christmas town road trip!

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Will the North Pole Express allow dogs?

Although the museum has always been a pet-friendly place, The North Pole Express will not allow dogs on the train.

Will the event be canceled because of a snowstorm?

The North Pole Express will still run as long as the roads are safe to travel. In the event of a dangerous blizzard, the ride will be canceled, and you will receive a full refund.

What other Christmas train rides in Maine can I go on?

Here are some Christmas train rides in Maine you should go on this year:

The Wiscasset, Waterville, and Farmington Railway
The Polar Express out of the Ocean Gateway Visitors Center in Portland
The Belfast and Moosehead Lake Railroad, which runs all year long

What are some other great Christmas events in Maine?

For more holiday traditions in Maine, be sure to check out any or all of these Christmas events in Maine:

Visit a small town that looks like it belongs in a Norman Rockwell painting.
Visit Bath for a classical Christmas event with multiple things to do.
Go to Gardens Aglow and relieve the glory days as the event returns as a walkthrough.
Go on an epic toboggan run.

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Boothbay Railway Village Museum, 586 Wiscasset Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537, USA

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