When it comes to the railroads that are still up and operating here in Western New York, you’ll find that many of them close down for the year after the month of October. However, if you look hard enough, you can still find certain railroads offer extra special rides during the holiday season. Ready to ride the rails to the North Pole? Then see what this countryside train ride has to offer.

Just over 40 miles south of Buffalo in the small Wyoming County town of Arcade, you’ll find Wester New York’s most magical Christmas train ride.

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Each year, the Arcade & Attica Railroad offers a North Pole Express train ride - a seasonal treat that you can’t miss out on.

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At the end of November, the North Pole Express departs from Main Street.

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The North Pole Express runs six times daily and operates through the end of December, so there is plenty of time to bring the whole family along for a holiday adventure with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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The 2.5-hour train rides lead through Wyoming County’s countryside as you make your way to the North Pole.

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Not only will passengers on the North Pole Express get to ride these vintage trains through Western New York’s scenery…

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…but you’ll also get a map of activities for each family, while kids will get a wishlist, gift from Santa himself, and even a magic bell.

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With opportunities along the way to snap photos with Santa and his reindeer, there’s no better holiday activity than the North Pole Express on the Arcade & Attica Railroad near Buffalo.

Arcade & Attica Railroad Corporation/Facebook Don’t wait to purchase your tickets - they go quickly and some dates are already sold out! For more information about the North Pole Express on the Arcade & Attica Railroad and to purchase tickets, click here.

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Address: 278 Main St, Arcade, NY 14009, USA

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Don’t wait to purchase your tickets - they go quickly and some dates are already sold out! For more information about the North Pole Express on the Arcade & Attica Railroad and to purchase tickets, click here.