Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the old west took over a century ago.
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad winds through spectacular & breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable year round adventure.
With the regular fare you may choose seating in either the Open Air Gondola or Closed Coach Car. A Wide range of premium, first class and presidential cars are also available.
Please note: 12 years and older are considered Adults and Children fares are for ages 5 to 11 years. Children under 5 years can ride for free if sitting on an adults lap.
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Adult - 10:15am Bus to Silverton
1 of 5 - 2:45pm Open Gondola to Durango
Priced from $93
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
2 of 5 - 2:45pm Parlor Car to Durango
Priced from $159
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
3 of 5 - 2:45pm San Juan Car to Durango
Priced from $131
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
4 of 5 - 2:45pm Silver Vista to Durango
Priced from $159
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
5 of 5 - 2:45pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
Priced from $93
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
Adult - 11:00am Bus to Silverton
1 of 3 - 3:30pm Open Gondola to Durango
11:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 7:00pm.
2 of 3 - 3:30pm Prospector Premium Family Car to Durango
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children. There is no bar service available in this car.
3 of 3 - 3:30pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
11:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 7:00pm.
Adult - 2:00pm Bus Departure From Silverton/9:00am return San Jaun (Layover)
Adult - 8:15am Departure
1 of 12 - Cinco Animas Presidential Class (21 yrs +)
Priced from $169
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
2 of 12 - Cinco Animas Presidential Class (21 yrs +) / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $169
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
3 of 12 - Open Gondola
Priced from $81
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
4 of 12 - Open Gondola / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $98
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
5 of 12 - Parlor Car (21 yrs +)
Priced from $159
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
6 of 12 - Parlor Car (21 yrs +) / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $159
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
7 of 12 - Rio Grande (12 yrs +)
Priced from $119
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
8 of 12 - Rio Grande 2pm Bus Return (12 yrs +)
Priced from $136
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Bus departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 3:30 pm.
9 of 12 - San Juan Class
Priced from $119
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 pm; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
10 of 12 - San Juan Class / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $136
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 pm. Departs from Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 3:30 pm.
11 of 12 - Vintage Closed Coach
Priced from $81
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
12 of 12 - Vintage Closed Coach / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $98
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
Adult - 9:00am Departure
1 of 10 - Open Gondola
Priced from $81
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
2 of 10 - Open Gondola / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $98
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
3 of 10 - Parlor Car (21 yrs +)
Priced from $159
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
4 of 10 - Parlor Car (21 yrs +) / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $159
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
5 of 10 - San Juan Class
Priced from $119
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
6 of 10 - San Juan Class / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $136
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm. Departs from Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
7 of 10 - Silver Vista (16 yrs +) / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $159
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
8 of 10 - Silver Vista Car (16 yrs +)
Priced from $159
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
9 of 10 - Vintage Closed Coach
Priced from $81
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
10 of 10 - Vintage Closed Coach / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $98
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
Adult - 9:30am Bus to Silverton
1 of 5 - 2:00pm Cinco Animas Presidential Car to Durango
Priced from $169
9:30am Bus to Silverton - bus arrives Silverton 11:00am - Cinco Animas Presidential Car departs Silverton at 2:00pm arriving Durango 5:30pm. Must be 21 years or older for this class of service
2 of 5 - 2:00pm Open Gondola to Durango
Priced from $93
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
3 of 5 - 2:00pm Parlor Car to Durango
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
4 of 5 - 2:00pm Rio Grande to Durango
Priced from $131
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
5 of 5 - 2:00pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
Priced from $93
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
Adult - 9:45am Departure
1 of 8 - Nomad Private Car (21yrs )
The Victorian splendor of a bygone era awaits you onboard the Nomad. Choose between three distinctively appointed seating areas: Parlor, Pullman and State Room. An oversized viewing platform is exclusively available to this car's 18 passengers. Nomad (Adults 21 yrs+ only) includes all non-alcoholic beverages and other first class amenities.
2 of 8 - Nomad Private Car (21yrs ) / 3:30 Bus Return
The Victorian splendor of a bygone era awaits you onboard the Nomad. Choose between three distinctively appointed seating areas: Parlor, Pullman and State Room. An oversized viewing platform is exclusively available to this car's 18 passengers. Nomad (Adults 21 yrs+ only) includes all non-alcoholic beverages and other first class amenities.
3 of 8 - Open Gondola
9:45 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 pm; departs Silverton 3:30 pm arriving Durango at 7:00 pm.
4 of 8 - Open Gondola / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
9:45am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 5:00pm.
5 of 8 - Prospector Premium Family Car
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children. There is no bar service in this car.
6 of 8 - Prospector Premium Family Car / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children. There is no bar service in this car.
7 of 8 - Vintage Closed Coach
9:45 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 pm; departs Silverton 3:30 pm arriving Durango at 7:00 pm.
8 of 8 - Vintage Closed Coach / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
9:45am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 5:00pm.
Child - 10:15am Bus to Silverton
1 of 2 - 2:45pm Open Gondola to Durango
Priced from $61
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
2 of 2 - 2:45pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
Priced from $61
10:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 6:15pm.
Child - 11:00am Bus to Silverton
1 of 2 - 3:30pm Open Gondola to Durango
Priced from $61
11:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 7:00pm.
2 of 2 - 3:30pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
Priced from $61
11:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 7:00pm.
Child - 11:00am Departure
1 of 1 - Bus to Silverton / 3:30pm Prospector Premium Family Car to Durango
Priced from $111
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children.
Child - 8:15am Departure
1 of 4 - Open Gondola
Priced from $49
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
2 of 4 - Open Gondola / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $66
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
3 of 4 - Vintage Closed Coach
Priced from $49
8:15 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
4 of 4 - Vintage Closed Coach / 2:00pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $66
8:15am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:45 am; Departs Silverton 2:00pm arriving Durango at 3:30pm.
Child - 9:00am Departure
1 of 4 - Open Gondola
Priced from $49
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
2 of 4 - Open Gondola / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $66
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
3 of 4 - Vintage Closed Coach
Priced from $49
9:00 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 pm; departs Silverton 2:45 pm arriving Durango at 6:15 pm.
4 of 4 - Vintage Closed Coach / 2:45pm Bus to Durango
Priced from $66
9:00am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 12:30 am; Departs Silverton 2:45pm arriving Durango at 4:15pm.
Child - 9:30am Bus to Silverton
1 of 2 - 2:00pm Open Gondola to Durango
Priced from $61
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
2 of 2 - 2:00pm Vintage Closed Coach to Durango
Priced from $61
9:30 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 11:00 am; departs Silverton 2:00 pm arriving Durango at 5:30 pm.
Child - 9:45am Departure
1 of 6 - Open Gondola
9:45 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 pm; departs Silverton 3:30 pm arriving Durango at 7:00 pm.
2 of 6 - Open Gondola / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
9:45am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 5:00pm.
3 of 6 - Prospector Premium Family Car
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children.
4 of 6 - Prospector Premium Family Car / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children.
5 of 6 - Vintage Closed Coach
9:45 am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 pm; departs Silverton 3:30 pm arriving Durango at 7:00 pm.
6 of 6 - Vintage Closed Coach / 3:30pm Bus to Durango
9:45am Departure from Durango; arrives Silverton 1:15 am; Departs Silverton 3:30pm arriving Durango at 5:00pm.
2 of 6 - Adult 10:00am Departure - Nomad Private Car (21yrs )
Priced from $149
The Victorian splendor of a bygone era awaits you onboard the Nomad. Choose between three distinctively appointed seating areas: Parlor, Pullman and State Room. An oversized viewing platform is exclusively available to this car's 18 passengers. Nomad (Adults 21 yrs+ only) includes all non-alcoholic beverages and other first class amenities. Cascade Canyon Cowboy Train - departs Durango at 10:00am arrives Cascade 12:05pm; departs Cascade 1:00pm; arrives Durango 3:05pm
6 of 6 - 10:00am Departure - Prospector Premium Family Car
Priced from $109
Finally, enjoy First Class accommodations for adults and children on the historic Durango and Silverton Railroad. With only 26 seats, this is a great addition for those looking for more comfort for the family. This car features extra cushy captains type chairs and a table and chair configuration in 2 and 4-seat arrangements. There will be an attendant serving complimentary non-alcoholic beverages in one of our railroad mugs (included with ticket price). Coloring activity will be available for children. There is no bar service in this car.
Fall Photographers Special
1 of 2 - 7:00am - Caboose
Priced from $254
This train departs Durango for a full day of spectacular photographic opportunities in the pristine fall wonderland of the San Juan Mountains. Amateur and professional photographers rejoice as you depart into wilderness for scenery that you cant find anywhere else in the world, all at the height of the fall color changes!
2 of 2 - 7:00am - Closed Coach
Priced from $224
This train departs Durango for a full day of spectacular photographic opportunities in the pristine fall wonderland of the San Juan Mountains. Amateur and professional photographers rejoice as you depart into wilderness for scenery that you cant find anywhere else in the world, all at the height of the fall color changes!
Independence Train
1 of 7 - Adult - 10:30 am - Alamosa Parlor Car (Age 21+)
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
2 of 7 - Adult - 10:30 am - Open Gondola
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
3 of 7 - Adult - 10:30 am - San Juan (Age 12+)
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
4 of 7 - Adult - 10:30 am - Silver Vista (Age 16+)
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
5 of 7 - Adult - 10:30am - Vintage Coach
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
6 of 7 - Child - 10:30am - Open Gondola
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
7 of 7 - Child - 10:30am - Vintage Coach
Enjoy a special ride aboard the Durango and Silverton Railroad to enjoy the famous fireworks show in Silverton. The train will depart at 10:30 am on July 4th from Durango and arrives Silverton 1:45 pm for an afternoon of fun and festivities in Silverton.
After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango - departing Silverton after the fireworks around 10 pm and returns to Durango by 1:15 am!
This train package includes live music and a barbecue under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. There will be a 40x40 event tent set up near the Silverton Depot with seating for 250 guests inside and outside the tent area.
The price of the ticket includes live music from 4:30-9:30PM under the tent and a BBQ dinner by CJ's Catering from 5pm-7:00pm. On the menu is BBQ Sliced Brisket, Traditional Potato Salad, All-American Applesauce, Homemade Biscuits, Lemonade and bottled water. Three Porta-johns and a hand washing station will be located near the tent. Each guest will receive a wristband to identify them as a train guest to give them access to the above amenities. Ride the train to Silverton for a day of festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks. Fare includes BBQ and live music under the tent by the Silverton Depot.
If you would like to bring lawn chairs, please label them and the train will transport them to and from Silverton in our box car for you.
New Year's Eve Special Train
1 of 4 - Adult - Family Coach Seating - 7:30pm departure
The evening starts when you board the train for an 7:30PM departure from Durango. Ride in your lantern-lit car while the live entertainment continues as Tim strolls through the cars singing your favorite songs. At midnight, all guests will receive a complimentary glass of champagne or Sparkling cider to toast in the New Year. The bubbly will be served in an etched D&S champagne flute that will be yours to bring home as a memento of this trip. Expected return time in Durango is 12:30AM January 1, 2009.
2 of 4 - Adult - Premium Class Seating - 7:30pm departure
Enjoy a festive evening starting at 6:00pm with an elegant sit-down dinner and cash bar in the Railroad Museum while listening to the live music of Tim Guisotti. After dinner, board the turn of the century coal-fired, steam-powered narrow gauge train for a 7:30pm depature on a rare night excursion to Cascade Canyon! Ride in your premium-class lantern-lit car while the live entertainment continues as Tim strolls through the cars singing your favorite songs. Enjoy desserts, cash bar, party favors, and complimentary champagne (or sparkling cider) at midnight! The bubbly will be served in an etched D&S Champagne flute that will be yours to bring home as a memento of the trip. Expected return time to Durango 12:30am
3 of 4 - Adult - San Juan Class Seating - 7:30pm departure
Enjoy a festive evening starting at 6:00pm with an elegant sit-down dinner and cash bar in the Railroad Museum while listening to the live music of Tim Guisotti. After dinner, board the turn of the century coal-fired, steam-powered narrow gauge train for a 7:30pm depature on a rare night excursion to Cascade Canyon! Ride in your premium-class lantern-lit car while the live entertainment continues as Tim strolls through the cars singing your favorite songs. Enjoy desserts, cash bar, party favors, and complimentary champagne (or sparkling cider) at midnight! The bubbly will be served in an etched D&S Champagne flute that will be yours to bring home as a memento of the trip. Expected return time to Durango 12:30am
4 of 4 - Child (16+ years old) - Family Coach Seating - 8pm departure
All Children must be16 years of age or older.
Winter Cascade Train
1 of 4 - Adult - 10:00am Departure - Alamosa Parlor Car (21 yrs +)
2 of 4 - Adult - 10:00am Departure - San Juan (16 yrs +)
Travel in comfort and style aboard a reconfigured version of the famous "San Juan." This distinctive closed-vestibuled coach from 1887 features roomy, reversible, overstuffed seating in a wide three-across arrangement. Passengers receive a complimentary souvenir mug to fill in the concession car.
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge train depot is located on the south end of Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango.
*Map location is approximate and should not be
trusted for navigation. Please contact us for detailed directions.
Cancellation
Cancellations require 5 days notice prior to trip date and will be charged $15.75 cancellation fee per adult ticket and $7.75 per child ticket. Cancellations within 5 days are nonrefundable. Changes may be made for $7.75 per ticket.
Deposit
Full payment at the time of booking.
Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the old west took over a century ago. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad winds through spectacular & breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable year round adventure.
With the regular fare you may choose seating in either the Open Air Gondola or Closed Coach Car. You can also enjoy Deluxe Class fares including the San Juan and Rio Grande cars (12 yrs+) that boast spacious and upgraded seating as well as First Class and Presidential Class fares (21 yrs+) which include complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and a full cash-bar service. Be sure to visit the Durango Museum and the Silverton Freight Museum, both included in the price of the ticket. Note: Children under 5 are free if seated on an adult's lap but if an additional seat is required, please purchase a child's ticket.
First and Presidental Class Private Cars
For a once in a lifetime experience, charter an elegant 1880's coach. These classic vintage cars will be pulled behind one of our regularly scheduled trains for a very special experience. All Private Cars are rented exclusively to the booking party. Each car is connected to the end of the train and there is no walk-through traffic. These cars are chartered based on availability of the specific car and train availability. Call Gateway Reservations at 1-800-409-7295 for details or click here for more information about the various options.
See the Durango and Silverton Railroad experience set to the song "Silverton Train" by CW. McCall:
Summer/Fall Train Round-Trip Fares
Schedule:
Dates
Departs
Durango
Arrives
Silverton
Departs
Silverton
Arrives
Durango
May 8 - October 301
8:15 am
11:45 am
2:00 pm
5:30 pm
May 17 - October 10
9:00 am
12:30 pm
2:45 pm
6:15 pm
June 7 - August 12
9:45 am
1:15 pm
3:30 pm
7:00 pm
Fares:
Car Type
Adult
Child
Standard Class
Coach or Gondola
$81.00 Age 12 and over
$49.00 Age 4-11 years
Deluxe Class
Rio Grande or San Juan
$119.00
Age 12 and over
N/A
First Class Alamosa Parlor Car
$159.00
Age 21 and over
N/A
First Class Silver Vista
$159.00
Age 16 and over
N/A
Presidential Class Nomad or Cinco Animas
$169.00
Age 21 and over
N/A
Summer / Fall - Train up/ Bus Return Schedule
Enjoy the beautiful ride on the Train to Silverton, a 2 hour layover in Silverton then return to durango aboard a D&SNGRR motor coach along 52 miles of the San Juan Scenic Byway.
FARES: Add $17 to Standard and Deluxe Class train ticket fare. Add the bus to your Presidential or First Class train ticket at no additional charge.
Dates
Train Departs
Durango
Train Arrives
Silverton
Bus Departs
Silverton
Bus Arrives
Durango
May 8 -
October 10
8:15 am
11:45 am
2:00 pm
3:30 pm
May 17 - October 10
9:00 am
12:30 am
2:45 pm
4:15 pm
June 7 -
August 12
9:45 am
1:15 pm
3:30 pm
5:00 pm
Summer / Fall - Bus up / Train Return Schedule
Enjoy the morning aboard a D&SNGRR motor coach traveling to Silverton along 52 miles of San Juan Scenic Byway. The morning bus allows guests 3 hours in Silverton before the train departs. FARES: Add $12 to Standard and Deluxe Class train ticket fare. Add the bus to your Presidential or First Class train ticket at no additional charge.
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