Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

While riding aboard our Presidential or First-Class cars, you will be hosted by a knowledgeable attendant who will provide complimentary morning pastries, non-alcoholic beverages and custom first-class amenities.

Presidential Class $159.00 Per Person
Nomad and Cinco Animas || Age 21 and over. The Victorian splendor of a bygone era awaits you onboard two of the most legendary and historic private cars to ever grace the narrow gauge rails. The Nomad and Cinco Animas both offer two distinctively appointed seating areas, plus the Nomad also features a stateroom for four. A large outdoor viewing platform is exclusively available to those who choose this class.
Presidential-Class Combo || Ride one car each way on your round-trip - $179 Ride a motor coach one way at no additional charge.

First Class $149.00 Per Person
Silver Vista || Age 16 and over. The only narrow gauge glass-roofed observation car, Silver Vista, offers unparalleled overhead views of the soaring canyon walls. Passengers will enjoy oversized seats that offer the most legroom of any car on the line. A private outdoor viewing platform is also exclusive to this class. Note, this is an open-air car, so please dress for possible changing weather.
Alamosa Parlor Car || Age 21 and over. Built in 1881, the renowned Alamosa Parlor Car features table and chair lounge-style seating. An exclusive outdoor viewing platform is available to this car's 24 passengers.
First-Class Combo || Ride one car each way on your round-trip - $169 Ride a motor coach one way at no additional charge.

Deluxe Class $109.00 Per Person
Rio Grande || Age 12 and over. Relax in a roomier, adult atmosphere aboard this open-air observation gondola. This class features comfortable and larger overstuffed seats with more expansive viewing windows. Passengers receive a complimentary souvenir mug to fill in the concession car.
San Juan Coach || Age 12 and over. 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.
Deluxe-Class Combo || Ride one car each way on your round-trip - $129 || Motor Coach/Train Combo: Bus Up, Train Return: Add $12; Train Up, Bus Return: Add $17.
Family Adventure Car || (All ages) Adult - $119 • Child - $79

Standard Class Adult $79.00 (Ages 12 and over) || Child $49 (Ages 4-11)
Choose between vintage coach seating or open-air gondolas. Seat width in standard class is equal to the industry standard of an economy class plane seat. Extra space seating is available for an additional charge. Please talk to your reservation agent regarding these options.
Motor Coach/Train Combo || (May ~ October only) Bus Up, Train Return: Add $12; Train Up/Bus Return: Add $17.

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Summer Train Schedule

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

Cascade Canyon Winter train standard Class - Adult $49.00 || Child $29.00 First Class- $89.00 Age 21 and over.
Ride the steam train 52 miles round trip through the backcountry winter wonderland of the San Juan Mountains. Choose from vintage coach or Parlor car seating.

The D&SNGRR reserves the right to cancel operations, make equipment changes, or adjust train schedules including departure and layover times without notice.

Train Reservations

For best availability on any excursion, please make your reservation early! You will receive a confirmation when your reservation is made online or by phone. Please bring your confirmation number with you to claim your tickets at the Depot. Tickets should be picked up the evening before your train trip. Passengers must be seated on the train 30 minutes prior to departure or seats may be released to waiting passengers. No-shows are not refundable.

For best availability on any excursion, please make your reservation early!

Cancellation Fee: $14 per adult / $7 per child. No refund within 48 hours of train trip.

Change Fee: $6 per seat to change date, departure time or car.

Please Note: All seats are assigned.

Special Needs
The D&SNGRR offers a train car with wheelchair accessible restroom and lift service. Any special needs should be communicated at the time of booking. The only animals allowed onboard the train are service animals.

Preparing for the Ride
Because of the changing mountain climate and the increase in elevation from Durango to Silverton, we strongly encourage you to dress in layers of clothing. Sunglasses are highly recommended to protect eyes from possible cinders in the air. Safety glasses are available for purchase in the gift shops and onboard the train.

Please Note
No smoking allowed onboard the train. No animals allowed, with the exception of service animals. A list of kennels is available. Passengers assume all risk of personal injury or damage to clothing and belongings while on D&SNG property. D&SNGRR will not be held liable for any schedule delays, whatever the cause.