Yuletide Express Train Ride

Name: Yuletide Express Train Ride
Location: Northwest Railway Museum

Northwest Railway Museum

Snoqualmie, WA

West

$30 per guest ages 2+; operator page says on sale now. Availability varies by departure.

Getting there from California

30 minutes from Seattle. This holiday train is a destination getaway for California train-loving families — perfect for a weekend road trip or a memorable holiday flight. Check the operator website below for travel and ticket details.

Quick Facts

Trip Type

Day Trip

Duration

0.67 hours

Budget

Stroller

Friendly

Family of 4

~$120

Train Type

Tourist / Heritage Railroad

Best For Ages

Toddlers (2-4)

Kids (5-8)

The Experience

A Seattle-area holiday tradition since 1969—perfect for train trips with toddlers. This charming short excursion from historic Snoqualmie Depot takes families past magnificent Snoqualmie Falls for unique views of the Snoqualmie River Valley only accessible by train. One of the best day trips by train with kids near Seattle, the 25-40 minute round-trip journey (Saturdays shorter, Fridays longer) lets Santa visit every family aboard while helpers distribute surprise gifts. Stroller-friendly and toddler-perfect for young children. Unlike longer holiday trains, this quick adventure suits families with young children who need shorter experiences. Board seasonally decorated antique coaches where Santa personally greets each family—no rushing, no lines. Upon return, everyone receives a peppermint stick. The intimate setting makes this an ideal choice for train rides for young children and first-time train travelers. Affordable family train rides with educational value. At just $30 per person, this family-friendly train excursion offers exceptional value compared to car trips to distant attractions. Kids learn about railroad history at one of Washington's oldest railway museums while experiencing interactive train travel. Combine your visit with free museum exhibits and turn it into an enriching family train trip. The convenient Seattle proximity makes this perfect for family weekend getaways by train without extensive travel time.