Denver ski train to the mountains expanding this winter

The Winter Park Express train will expand to 69 roundtrips over the winter, 29 more than during the 2024 season, and add a new stop in Fraser.

WINTER PARK, Colo. — The Mile High City’s train ride to the slopes is coming back in 2025.

The Winter Park Express, operated by Amtrak, will begin operating for the season on Thursday, Jan. 9.

The “ski train” between Denver Union Station and the base of the slopes at Winter Park Resort will expand service to five days a week, Thursday through Monday, from Jan. 9 through March 31.

The Winter Park Express will also offer a special expanded holiday service Dec. 20-22, and Dec. 27-29, 2024.

This winter’s service will also add a stop at the Fraser platform, five miles west of Winter Park.

The service will carry two additional passenger cars, raising the number of seats available from approximately 268 to 402 on each trip. A total of 69 roundtrips will operate this season, 29 more than during the 2024 season.

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.

Tickets between Denver Union Station (station code: DEN) to Winter Park Resort (station code: WPR) and Fraser (station code: WIP) are sale at Amtrak.com/WinterParkExpress and the Amtrak app.

“The Winter Park Express ski train has long been a beloved tradition for Colorado and our guests from around the globe,” said Winter Park Resort President Sky Foulkes. “It has demonstrated the desire from both residents and visitors for transportation options other than passenger vehicles. The Winter Park Express gives people another way to get to the slopes that’s more scenic, sustainable, and relaxing than getting in a car and driving.”

“At CDOT, we know that big ski days often mean tough drives in the mountains, and the Winter Park Express offers a great option to take a relaxing, affordable trip,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “We are excited to join in this innovative partnership to expand service and lower costs for an iconic Colorado travel experience.”

“The Winter Park Express is a great opportunity for Coloradans and visitors to explore our mountains without the hassle of driving or traffic,” said Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D). “Now with expanded service and lower costs, Coloradans can save time and money on our way to enjoying our great outdoors. I look forward to taking the train into the mountains this season.”