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Durango Train 2021 Schedule
| Round Trip Silverton Train Schedule Silverton trains run every day from May 22 – October 31. | |
|---|---|
| Depart | Arrive |
| Adult Price | Child Price |
| $99 | $65 |
| $104 | $70 |
How long is the train ride from Durango to Silverton?
3 1/2 hours
How far is it to Silverton from Durango, and how long does the train ride take? At top speed of 18 mph, it takes the train 3 1/2 hours to travel the 45 miles by rail from Durango to Silverton.
Where does the Durango Silverton train start?
Coming into town the day of your ride or needing to leave Durango the day of your ride, this train is the ideal experience! The Cascade Canyon Express excursion departs from the Durango Depot at 479 Main Avenue in Durango.
Does the Durango Silverton train run in the winter?
The Route. The D&SNGRR travels 45.4 miles each way along the Animas River from Durango to Silverton during our summer season May through October. On our winter trips late November through early May, the train travels 26 miles each way to the wye at Cascade Station.
Can you bring food on the Durango Silverton train?
Food & Drinks Outside food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed on the train. It’s a long day, be sure to bring snacks, lunch, and plenty of water.
Which side of the Durango train is best?
Recommendation: sit on the RIGHT side of the BUS going THERE to see some great scenery and the LEFT side of the TRAIN going BACK to see some scary-awesome cliffs and feel like you’re going to die.
What is the drive like from Durango to Silverton?
Drive The Million Dollar Highway US Highway 550 is also known as the Million Dollar Highway. A stretch of this route will take you straight from Durango to Silverton in just over an hour. While it is a tricky road, it offers beautiful views of the nearby mountains.
Can you bring food on the Durango train?
Food & Drinks Outside food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed on the train. It’s a long day, be sure to bring snacks, lunch, and plenty of water. There is a concession car if you need anything extra.
Can you bring food on the Durango & Silverton train?
1 answer. Yes you may! We do have a concession car for your convenience and there are plenty of great restaurants in Silverton. Also remember that we have an eight dollar souvenir mug refillable on board the train all day with nonalcoholic beverages!
Is there food on the Durango train?
Yes there is food served on the train, in the concession car. If you travel in the last car then the snacks and soft drinks are free.
Can you take food on the Durango train?
Is Highway 550 open between Durango and Silverton?
Highway 550 North from Durango is closed less often. Closures are relatively infrequent on both passes however. For road closure information by telephone, please call (303) 639-1111 from Denver or out-of-state. For inquiries from within Colorado but outside the Denver area, please call toll free 1 (877) 315-7623.