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The historic V&T Railway. Carson City --> Virginia City. Specialty Trains. The Polar Express.
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V&T Railway*, located in Carson City, Nev., is a state funded, historical railroad that invites guests of any age to enjoy a journey into rich Nevada history while traveling through Nevada’s “wild west” Virginia Mountain Range. With reconstruction efforts beginning in the early 1990’s, the state set up a commission to rebuild the line, operating today as the Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway. Since inception, the Commission has restored 16-miles of track from Gold Hill into the Carson River Canyon, giving the railway the opportunity for more diverse trains. The rail continues to operate its regular season from May through mid-October, with fully narrated roundtrip train rides from Carson City to Virginia City offering scenic routes and historic sites. The train also features various special events including Toast of the Canyon w**e trains and the wildly popular Polar Express. For more information, visit online, connect through Facebook and Instagram or call 833-RAILSNV.
*Used by permission from the Virginia & Truckee Railroad Co.

10/29/2026

Planning to ride THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride this holiday season? 🎄🚂
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Some departures are already filling up, so now is a good time to choose your date and reserve your seats.
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⚠️ Please remember: V&T Railway tickets should only be purchased directly through vtrailway.com/train-excursions/polar-express. Be cautious of individuals or third-party accounts offering tickets through social media.
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🎟️ Check available dates and purchase your tickets directly at vtrailway.com/train-excursions/polar-express

10/28/2026

The regular season is wrapping up and before we shift to holiday mode we wanted to look back at the views, the rides, and the people who made 2026 on the V&T worth remembering.

What was your favorite part of this year's season? 👇

10/18/2026

Fall looks pretty good from the V&T. 🍂🚂

A few moments from recent trips through the Carson River Canyon.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on the rails this fall.

If you have photos from your V&T Railway adventure, tag Virginia & Truckee Railway. We'd love to see them!

Julie Phillips, Keith Nevtrac, Doug Patterson

10/15/2026

Mark Twain spent time in Nevada during the Comstock era, and his connection to the region lives on today. 📖🚂

Mark Twain Days is happening now in Carson City, with storytelling, live entertainment, and Old West history through October 17.

This Friday, October 16, join the V&T Railway aboard the Twain Train for a 4:00 PM departure from Carson City. Enjoy a scenic round-trip journey through the Carson River Canyon featuring live storytelling, musicians, and a signature drink onboard.

Make the Twain Train part of your Mark Twain Days experience!

🎟️ Seating is limited. Reserve your tickets at vtrailway.com.

10/12/2026

Every visit feels like the first. 🎄🚂

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is more than a train ride. Families climb aboard in their pajamas for a one-hour journey to the North Pole and back, complete with a live performance, music, hot chocolate and treats, a silver bell from Santa, and a special stop at the North Pole.

If you've ridden with us before, what's the one part your family looks forward to most? Tell us in the comments! 👇

Secure your tickets before they sell out: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/vtrailway/?full-items=yes&flow=350698&from-ssl=yes&g4=yes&cp=no&csp=no&back=https%3A%2F%2Fvtrailway.com%2Ftrain-excursions%2Fpolar-express%2F&ga4t=G-B63MLQD63Z%2C329376940.1762184989__1791214440%3B&language=en-us&u=6a9ba227-282c-47fc-96b6-a6629d319d25

10/10/2026

Few writers shaped how the world saw the American West like Mark Twain did. On October 16, the V&T celebrates that legacy in the canyon. 🚂📖

The fourth annual Mark Twain Days train runs through the Carson River Canyon with live storytelling, music, specially prepared appetizers, a signature drink, and fall canyon scenery that looks its best this time of year.

📅 October 16 at 4:00 PM
📍 Eastgate Depot, Carson City
🎟️ Tickets start from $70

Seating is limited. Reserve yours at vtrailway.com.

10/08/2026

October is your last chance to enjoy fall on the rails. 🍂🚂

The V&T Railway runs its final regular season trips on October 10, 11, 17, and 18. After that, the general season closes until next year.

Seats are limited for these last departures, so grab your tickets before they're gone! Visit vtrailway.com.

10/06/2026

This Saturday, raise a glass in the Carson River Canyon. 🍷🚂

On October 10, the last Toast of the Canyon W**e Train returns for an evening aboard historic Steam Engine No. 18, featuring Nevada w**e from Nevada Sunset W**ery Reno W**e Tasting, specially paired appetizers, and a scenic ride through the canyon.

📅 October 10 at 5:00 PM
🎟️ Secure your seat at vtrailway.com

Address

4650 Eastgate Siding Road
Carson City, NV
89701

Telephone

+17758470380

Website

http://vtrailway.com/

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