Did you know there's a Polar Express train ride in Connecticut? That's right! Thomaston's Northern Lights Limited is nothing short of magical. Sure, there's no animated Tom Hanks to punch your ticket, but there are singing elves. This unique experience is something you'll love no matter how old you are. So get in the holiday spirit and prepare for a winter adventure you'll never forget.

The Railroad Museum of New England, or Thomaston Station, springs to life in the winter.

Lights are hung from the exterior and inside you'll find plenty of holiday decorations. It's a peek at Santa's workshop!

A large lighted tree beckons visitors and lights the way to the train tracks, where the Northern Lights Limited, a magical Christmas train in Connecticut, awaits.

Northern Lights Limited offers you the chance to ride in a vintage 1891 Rutland with plush seating. The lighted train glows as it makes its way down the tracks.

That's why so many people come back each year to experience this dream ride.

The inside is also seasonally decorated, creating a winter wonderland. For first class riders, hot chocolate is served in special travel mugs.

Santa always comes aboard to say hello to his visitors, taking special care to greet each and every passenger. Assuming you're on the nice list!

The North Pole train ride in Connecticut leaves at different times throughout the day on weekends, making it the perfect way to spend a winter afternoon or evening. Pajamas are okay, and for children, they're recommended. That's the way a Christmas train is meant to be traveled!

So definitely take advantage of this awesome experience. Rides are Friday through Sunday starting November 29, 2019. But it only runs until December 22, 2019, so hurry!

The friendly elves are waiting to lead you in song and to make you smile. The sound of Christmas carols and laughter echoes through the woods as the train moves down the tracks, spreading holiday magic throughout the state.

Don't you want to be a part of this marvelous expedition?

Of course you do! Clear your weekend and book now!

Want a sneak peak of just how fun this amazing Christmas train ride in Connecticut really is? Check out this short film of a previous year's Northern Lights excursion. The attendants were overflowing with joy!

Click here to buy tickets now, or call 860-283-7245 to make a reservation. Do you plan on climbing aboard the polar express train ride in Connecticut? Let us know in the comments! This isn't the only train ride in Connecticut you absolutely need to take. You can dine in a moving train car on the Essex Steam Train!