The Georgetown Loop. The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge. You have heard of all of these iconic year-round Colorado trains, but did you know that there is one must-ride train that only runs seasonally? If you are looking for an affordable wintertime route, you will want to check out the one and only Winter Park Express:

Running from Downtown Denver to - you guessed it! - beautiful Winter Park, the Winter Park Express is a one-of-a-kind ride from the heart of the city to one of America's most iconic slopes!
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Open January through April, the Winter Park Express offers comfortable seating in Coach class, which includes access to the bi-level Sightseeing Lounge, plus giant picture windows.
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As if you needed another reason to ride the Winter Park Express, each journey features jaw-dropping views of the surrounding landscape, including the famed Moffat Tunnel!
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Moffat Tunnel looks cool and also has a fascinating history, as it provided Denver with a railroad connection to western Colorado (via the Continental Divide)! To learn more, check out A Unique Structure In Colorado, The Moffat Tunnel Has A Fascinating History.

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Seats on the Winter Park Express start at $29 for adults (each way) and $14.50 for kids ages 2 to 12.
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To learn more about the Winter Park Express - or to reserve your seat - please visit Amtrak's website.
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The Winter Park Express runs every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday the weekend of January 14th through April 1st.
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