# The Polar Express Train Ride, Mid-Norfolk Railway 2026

> The Polar Express Train Ride, Mid-Norfolk Railway 2026 runs 14 November to 23 December 2026. Adults from £33.95, children £33.95. Times, booking and what to know, from the official page.

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SANTA TRAINS

14 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, Mid-Norfolk Railway, Dereham station.

The railway's own Polar Express ride at Dereham, back for 2026 with standard, deluxe and premium seating. Guests get hot chocolate, a cookie and a silver sleigh bell.

| Dates | 14 Nov to 23 Dec 2026 |
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| Departs From | Dereham NR19 1DF [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.6789,0.9475) |
| Journey | about 1 hour on the train, 1.5 to 2 hours in all |
| Includes | Hot chocolate and a cookie, a silver sleigh bell for every guest; deluxe and premium add a ceramic mug and bag |
| Ages | Adult is 18 and over, child is 2 to 17, under 2s travel free on a lap |
| Tickets and Price | Adults from £33.95, children £33.95. Standard seat on saver days; classic and peak days cost more (standard up to 46.95); deluxe and premium seats cost extra (premium up to 64.95). Under 2s travel free on a lap. |
| Booking | Book ahead: tickets are not sold on the night. [Book on the official site](https://qlickets.com/en/event/polar-express-2026) |
| Organiser | Mid-Norfolk Railway. [Official page](https://www.midnorfolkthepolarexpressride.com/) |
| Hotels | [Hotels near Dereham](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=52.6789&lng=0.9475&address=Dereham%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-14&checkout=2026-11-15&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_santa_polar_express_mid_norfolk_railway_top) [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/) |

Checked against [Mid-Norfolk Railway](https://www.midnorfolkthepolarexpressride.com/faqs), 21 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Where Is The Polar Express Train Ride, Mid-Norfolk Railway?

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## Christmas Markets Nearby

Make a day of it: the closest Christmas markets with confirmed 2026 dates.

[Norfolk County Christmas Fair at Kimberley Hall  Wymondham, Norfolk  4 to 6 Dec 2026  8 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/kimberley-hall/) [Christkindl Market Norwich  Norwich, Norfolk  11 to 20 Dec 2026  15 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/norwich/) [Holkham Christmas Market  Holkham, near Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk  11 to 13 Dec 2026  20 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/holkham/) [Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food and Gift Fair  Sandringham, Norfolk  13 to 15 Nov 2026  21 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/sandringham/)

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