Van Buren - Holiday Express Van Buren to Rudy • 1 hour round-trip • hot cocoa & cookies
2025-12-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Old Frisco Depot, 813 Main Street, Van Buren, AR, 72956, United States
From the moment you step aboard the vintage railcars, you’ll be surrounded by twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the joyful sounds of Christmas music. Santa Claus himself makes a special appearance, greeting passengers, taking photos, and spreading holiday magic to children and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a unique family tradition or a nostalgic holiday experience, the Holiday Express promises warm memories and seasonal joy for all ages.
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Ride the Train Van Buren to Winslow
2025-11-22 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-08 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-06 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-01 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-30 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-29 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-28 11:00 - 14:00 and 13 more dates
This three-hour, 70 mile round trip excursion takes you through the ruggedly beautiful Boston Mountain range of the Ozarks, over one valley trestles and through the 1700-foot long Winslow tunnel for some of the most breathtaking scenery you are likely to see in ‘The Natural State’.
-Boston Mountains, Trestles, Winslow tunnel

What’s included

Types of Cars
Silver Feather – #108

Springdale to Winslow and Van Buren to Winslow passengers will select their meal when purchasing their ticket.
Additional soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. Water, coffee, and hot tea are complimentary.
Guests on the Springdale to Van Buren trip will ride in the Vista Dome one direction and downstairs the other.
Ticket sales for the Silver Feather car are cut off 48 hours prior to departure.Premium – #107 & #109
Springdale to Van Buren Passengers will receive morning and afternoon snacks.
Springdale to Winslow and Van Buren to Winslow passengers will select their meal when purchasing their ticket.
Additional soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. Water, coffee, and hot tea are complimentary.
Ticket sales for premium cars are cut off 48 hours prior to departure.Coach – #105 & #106
Our 1920’s vintage coach cars feature velvet bench seats that can flip to change the direction that you are facing.
Coach tickets do not include food service, but there is a coach upgrade that includes food available for purchase.
Additional drinks and snacks are available for purchase.

Ride the Train Van Buren to Winslow
2025-09-27 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-20 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-13 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-06 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-30 11:00 - 14:00
This three-hour, 70 mile round trip excursion takes you through the ruggedly beautiful Boston Mountain range of the Ozarks, over one valley trestles and through the 1700-foot long Winslow tunnel for some of the most breathtaking scenery you are likely to see in ‘The Natural State’.
-Boston Mountains, Trestles, Winslow tunnel

What’s included

Types of Cars
Silver Feather – #108

Springdale to Winslow and Van Buren to Winslow passengers will select their meal when purchasing their ticket.
Additional soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. Water, coffee, and hot tea are complimentary.
Guests on the Springdale to Van Buren trip will ride in the Vista Dome one direction and downstairs the other.
Ticket sales for the Silver Feather car are cut off 48 hours prior to departure.
Premium – #107 & #109
Springdale to Van Buren Passengers will receive morning and afternoon snacks.
Springdale to Winslow and Van Buren to Winslow passengers will select their meal when purchasing their ticket.
Additional soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. Water, coffee, and hot tea are complimentary.
Ticket sales for premium cars are cut off 48 hours prior to departure.
Coach – #105 & #106
Our 1920’s vintage coach cars feature velvet bench seats that can flip to change the direction that you are facing.
Coach tickets do not include food service, but there is a coach upgrade that includes food available for purchase.
Additional drinks and snacks are available for purchase.
