Amtrak’s Winter Park Express Returns

Amtrak’s Amtrak Winter Park Express returns this year, traveling between Denver and the base of the slopes at Winter Park Resort—voted one of North America’s best ski resorts and Colorado’s top adventure town. The new season of the “ski train” will be offered each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from the weekend of Jan.13-15 through the weekend of March 24-26, a total of 33 roundtrips. One-way fares start at just $34, with kids fares (ages 2-12) from $17.

Passenger can bring their skis and snowboards as a carry-on for no additional charge. During boarding, the train offers dedicated baggage storage for your gear.   The Winter Park Express features a bi-level Sightseer Lounge offering panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains from upstairs and café service with snacks and drinks for sale downstairs. The lounge is the social hub for the train, offering oversize windows and seating on both levels.

Tickets between Denver Union Station (station code: DEN) to Winter Park Resort (station code: WPR) are now on sale at Amtrak.com/WinterParkExpress and the Amtrak app. The train departs Denver at 7 a.m. and arrives at the resort at 9 a.m. The return trip departs Winter Park Resort at 4:30 p.m. and arrives in Denver at 6:40 p.m. All times Mountain. Union Station is served by the Regional Transportation District’s commuter trains to and from Denver International Airport as well as light rail, local or intercity buses, ride-sharing services, and taxis.

-via Press Release

This article was posted on: December 1, 2022