Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains

For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We’ve been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. There’s no cell service or Wi-Fi throughout the Animas Canyon so you’ll be unplugged from the modern world. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.

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More About This Excursion

Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.

There will be up to three train departures depending on the date.  The Silverton Train departs daily at 8:15 AM 5/19/26-10/17/26, 9:00AM 5/2/26-11/1/26 and 9:45 AM 6/8/26-8/9/26 & 9/7/26-10/11/26.

On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Concession Menu

Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) 

  • There will be two bus departures available daily May 19, 2026 running through October 11, 2026, and a third will begin running June 8th, 2026 until October 11.
  • The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.
  • The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.
  • The third deluxe motorcoach starting service in June will depart Durango at 12:00pm and Silverton at 3:15pm.
  • The bus service is $32 for the first two busses, and $10 for the third. 
  • The bus service is available 7 days a week May 19 through October 11th. With one way ticket purchase, the passenger is responsible for transportation and is not included with one way fare.
Bus Dates Available Schedule FARE
Bus 1 May 19 – Oct 11 Depart Durango at 9:30 AM
Depart Silverton at 2:45 PM		 $32*
Bus 2 May 19 – Oct 11 Depart Durango at 10:15 AM
Depart Silverton at 2:45 PM		 $32*
Bus 3 Jun 8 – Oct 11 Depart Durango at 12:00 PM
Depart Silverton at 3:15 PM		 $10*

*Bus fare added to roundtrip or one-way train price

Silverton Steam Train

2026 Silverton Steam Train Fares*

Pricing reflects either round-trip or one-way excursions.

CLASS ADULT FARE CHILD FARE**
Standard Class Coach & ADA Coach (all ages) $118.00 $108.00
Standard Class Gondola (all ages) $129.00 $119.00

Deluxe San Juan Coach (all ages)

$161.00

$161.00
CLASS ADULT FARE CHILD FARE**
First Class Prospector (all ages)
First Class Red Mountain
(all ages) (must be purchased in quantities of 2)		 $226.00
$226.00
 		 $226.00
$226.00
 
First Class Silver Vista (all ages) 

 $233.00 $233.00
First Class Yankee Girl (21+) (must be purchased in quantities of 2) 

 $226.00 N/A
First Class Alamosa (21+) 
(must be purchased in quantities of 2)		 $259.00 N/A

Presidential Class
Cinco (21+) (must be purchased in quantities of 2)

$313.00

N/A
*All-In Pricing. The total price listed includes 8% Historic Preservation Fee.
**Child (age 4-11) Children under 4 years old not occupying a seat ride free.

Departure/Arrival Times

May 2 – November 1, 2026

Durango Departure: 9:00am
Silverton Arrival: 12:30pm
Silverton Departure: 2:45pm
Durango Arrival: 6:15pm

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Silverton Diesel Train

2026 Silverton Diesel Train Fares*

CLASS ADULT FARE CHILD FARE**
Standard Class Coach (all ages) $110.00 $100.00
Standard Class Gondola (all ages)
Deluxe Class Rio Grande
(all ages) ***
Deluxe Class Legend (all ages)		 $120.00
$161.00
 
$161.00		 $100.00
$161.00
 
$161.00

First Class Knight Sky
(all ages) 

$233.00

$233.00
Presidential Class Cinco Animas (21+) (must be purchased in quantities of 2) $313.00 N/A
*All-In Pricing. The total price listed includes 8% Historic Preservation Fee.
**Child (age 4-11) Children under 4 years old not occupying a seat ride free.
***Available through September 14th

Departure/Arrival Times

June 8 – August 9, 2026

Durango Departure: 8:15am
Silverton Arrival: 11:45am
Silverton Departure: 2:00pm
Durango Arrival: 5:40pm

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  • If you have made an error in your reservation or wish to change or cancel, please call us directly at (970) 247-2733 or (888) 872-4607. Cancellations and changes to existing reservations CANNOT be processed using the online system
  • Customers who wish to rebook their train tickets are advised to send an email to [email protected] with the following information: date, time, class of service preferred. We will respond with confirmation of the change when processed.
  • Customers may also call to rebook seven days a week, 8am – 6pm by phone 1-877-872-4607

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