Step aboard the Polar Express departing Birmingham Moor Street Station for the festive period

The Polar Express will be setting off from Birmingham Moor Street Station for a memorable steam-hauled journey.

This year’s experience encourages passengers to to arrive in their pyjamas and step straight into the adventure as the story comes to life around them.

There is plenty to look forward to such as: seeing dancing chefs, the conductor’s famous golden-ticket punch and the first gift of Christmas from Father Christmas that is a a silver sleigh bell.

The train will depart on selected dates from November 22 to December 23 2026.

Ticket types

Classic tickets: Prices start from £56.

As part of the classic ticket option there is a real steam locomotive, with hot chocolate and a cookie, a souvenir golden ticket at check-in and a silver sleigh bell from Father Christmas.

First Class tickets: Prices start from £71.

This option includes seating around tables of four and two, including everything in Classic plus an exclusive 2026 POLAR EXPRESS™ ceramic mug, a gift bag per table and fewer seats per carriage.

There are payment plans available for families to spread the cost over three months at no extra charge.

Location: Birmingham Moor Street, Moor Street Queensway, Birmingham.