PLEASE NOTE: The Steam Locomotive #15 repairs are underway. No date has yet been set to return the locomotive to service. Our Diesel Engine #6 will pull the train on excursions until such time as our Steam Engine is repaired.

Safety precautions and health guidelines are in place for the benefit of both crew members and our passengers. 

Chehalis Centralia Railroad

All Aboard

Santa Holiday Train Ride

‘Tis the season to have fun! Bring the kids along for this holiday themed train ride and get their Santa pictures in style.

Departure

Dates:
TBA

Departs: TBA

Duration: ~30 Mins

Fares

All ages: TBA

Children 2 years and younger are free but must be on adult lap.

Dining

There are no meal options with this train ride, however, there will be an option to purchase snacks & beverages at our depot.





Accessibility

All trains have limited wheel chair accessibility. Pre-boarding is available. 24 inch passageways. Ramps to Depot and to train. Gravel parking lot. ADA parking & restrooms available. ADA restroom at depot only.
Please give us a call for more details.

Santa Claus is coming to town!

A wonderful family tradition, our Santa Holiday Train is approximately 30 minutes long, with Santa visiting everybody during the train ride. Photo opportunities are available after each trip. Departures for 2023 are TBA.

Regular Coach Rides: In the 1920’s passenger car with bench or table seating. Ticket prices are TBA. 2yr and younger ride free, but must be on an adult lap. Each coach has reduced capacity, seating 25 passengers per car.

Premiere Seating Rides for small groups: Ride in comfort and privacy during your trip with Santa on the Santa Holiday Train. The Chehalis Centralia Railroad acquired a vintage railcar in 2017. This historic 1920’s Business Car offers four (4) unique settings for groups and families, each area is “distanced” from the other and has its own special character. Tickets may be purchased as a unit ensuring that your party is seated together in a comfortable and safe situation for your memorable ride with Santa. Here is what you can expect with the Premiere Seating:

Every Passenger in the Premiere Car, referred to as the #99 car of Seattle, Portland & Spokane Railway (SP&S) will enjoy the 30-minute round trip ride in comfortable seats with great views of the countryside. Candy Cane Cocoa is served while Santa visits with each child. 

We want everyone to be comfortable and have a wonderful experience. To manage your expectations we want to let you know that, as in 1950’s standards, there is limited heating and an RV style restroom is provided in the general seating coach connected to the 99 car. Aisles are narrow, so wheelchair seating is available only in the general coaches.

After your ride, visit our Depot Gift Shop which offers a variety of holiday blankets, socks, and scarves along with ornaments, toys and gift items that are exclusive to our passengers.

Parlor Seating: This area at the rear of the train commands a 180-degree view. Passengers are seated in overstuffed upholstered chairs with side tables. This space accommodates up to six passengers. 

Dining Room Seating: Guests will be seated in the private dining room at single dining room table. The table seats up to eight guests. 

Two Stateroom Seating areas: Two rooms are available for up to four passengers. Four adults is a tight fit, but two adults and two children can be very comfortable. The sofa style seating rides just like a private berth room in railcars today.  The space is small, but the privacy is advantageous for many. 

Please visit SteamTrainRide.com to purchase tickets.

Please arrive ½ hour prior to departure. Free Parking 

Buy Santa Train Tickets Here

Santa Claus is coming to town!

A wonderful family tradition, our Santa Holiday Train is approximately 30 minutes long, with Santa visiting everybody during the train ride. Photo opportunities are available after each trip. Departures for 2023 are TBA.

Regular Coach Rides: In the 1920’s passenger car with bench or table seating. Ticket prices are TBA. 2yr and younger ride free, but must be on an adult lap. Each coach has reduced capacity, seating 25 passengers per car.

Premiere Seating Rides for small groups: Ride in comfort and privacy during your trip with Santa on the Santa Holiday Train. The Chehalis Centralia Railroad acquired a vintage railcar in 2017. This historic 1920’s Business Car offers four (4) unique settings for groups and families, each area is “distanced” from the other and has its own special character. Tickets may be purchased as a unit ensuring that your party is seated together in a comfortable and safe situation for your memorable ride with Santa. Here is what you can expect with the Premiere Seating:

Every Passenger in the Premiere Car, referred to as the #99 car of Seattle, Portland & Spokane Railway (SP&S) will enjoy the 30-minute round trip ride in comfortable seats with great views of the countryside. Candy Cane Cocoa is served while Santa visits with each child. 

We want everyone to be comfortable and have a wonderful experience. To manage your expectations we want to let you know that, as in 1950’s standards, there is limited heating and an RV style restroom is provided in the general seating coach connected to the 99 car. Aisles are narrow, so wheelchair seating is available only in the general coaches.

After your ride, visit our Depot Gift Shop which offers a variety of holiday blankets, socks, and scarves along with ornaments, toys and gift items that are exclusive to our passengers.

Parlor Seating: This area at the rear of the train commands a 180-degree view. Passengers are seated in overstuffed upholstered chairs with side tables. This space accommodates up to six passengers. 

Dining Room Seating: Guests will be seated in the private dining room at single dining room table. The table seats up to eight guests. 

Two Stateroom Seating areas: Two rooms are available for up to four passengers. Four adults is a tight fit, but two adults and two children can be very comfortable. The sofa style seating rides just like a private berth room in railcars today.  The space is small, but the privacy is advantageous for many. 

Please visit SteamTrainRide.com to purchase tickets.

Please arrive ½ hour prior to departure. Free Parking 

Buy Santa Train Tickets Here

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Important Message:

Greetings to Railfans and Friends of the Chehalis Centralia Railroad & Museum,

We are pleased to announce the full repair of the track damage sustained in the 2022 flood has been completed. Funds are currently being sought through FEMA and SBA to reimburse the expenses incurred. In the meantime, projects to improve our facilities, track and the safety of our train operations are underway. The renovation of the #15 Steam Locomotive will resume, pending the acquisition of funds.

While our organization remains strong and committed to a return of services, due to circumstances beyond our control, we are currently unable to conduct train rides and event excursions.  We do not have dates as to when we will be able to return to service. All 2023 events and schedules are pending. Thank you for your interest.