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Oktoberfest Train
Prost! All Aboard the Oktoberfest Train!
Celebrate Oktoberfest! Enjoy epic views and a gorgeous journey through Colorado’s Royal Gorge aboard the train that takes you there. Our German-style veal bratwurst is on the menu, along with Oktoberfest brews you’ll love. Book Now!
Runs September 18th through October 31st aboard the 12:30 Lunch Train, 3:30 Afternoon Train and 6:30 p.m. Dinner Train!
Runs September 18 through October 31, 2026. Enjoy it 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
When booking Vista Dome, Deluxe or Coach, pre-order our Oktoberfest entree featuring a juicy veal bratwurst from Continental Sausage, served on a Kaiser roll with tangy sauerkraut, sharp German Senf mustard, and warm German potato salad on the side.
Prefer to enjoy your favorites from the 403 Grill Menu? Be sure to pre-order while booking!
Gorgeous views and delicious Oktoberfest brews await — your favorite cocktails, mocktails, wines, and beer are available for purchase throughout your journey.
Enjoy 360° views of Colorado’s Grandest Canyon aboard our Open Air Car throughout your ride
Tickets sell out quickly, so book early!
Oktoberfest Train
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Prost! Ride the Oktoberfest Train!
Willkommen an bord! Join us to celebrate Oktoberfest aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad!
Ride and dine while enjoying majestic soaring views of the Royal Gorge while seated in an elevated, partially glass-domed car in our most comfortable booth seating. Sit in our beautifully renovated Deluxe car with casual table-style seating focused on stunning views through our expansive windows. Or choose coach class with classic high-back train-style seating.
Anytime you like, feel free to wander out to our open observation car where you’ll enjoy the 360° views of Colorado’s Grand Canyon, the Arkansas River, geological formations of the gorge, and historic sites.
On all 12:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. departures September 18th thru October 31st, choose your class of service, then add on our special Oktoberfest entree while booking your journey in order to enjoy this wonderful German specialty. This year’s Oktoberfest experience features authentic German style veal bratwurst with sauerkraut and sharp German Senf mustard on a kaiser roll with warm German potato salad on the side. Don’t forget the Oktoberfest beer!
Package Info
PRICE:
Oktoberfest Train: $109+ Adult Ticket, $104+ Child Ticket (Ages 2-12)
INCLUDES:
Your Oktoberfest Train ticket purchase includes your journey through the spectacular Royal Gorge. Fees, dining, beverages and gratuity are additional.
TRIP DURATION:
12:30, 3:30 & 6:30 PM Departures: Approximately 2 hours
Tickets
All listed prices include your journey aboard the Oktoberfest Train. Prices do not include fees, dining or gratuity.
Peak
- $154Adult /$149 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $144 Adult / $139 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our fall season.
- $124 Adult / $119 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Non-Peak
- $139 Adult /$134 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $129 Adult / $124 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our fall season.
- $109 Adult / $104 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
* The Royal Gorge Route Railroad seats in tables of four. In keeping with railroad tradition, parties of two might be combined to sit together at a table of four. When seated with another couple, you and your guest will be seated on the same side of the table. Parties of four will always be seated at the same table.
Same-Day Booking
For same day booking please make your reservations at least one hour before departure. You may also purchase your tickets in person at the Santa Fe Depot for an additional $10 per ticket walk-up fee. We also invite you to call our reservations team at 719-276-4000.
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad welcomes groups (20 or more) from around the world! To inquire about Group Sales offerings, please visit our Group Sales page then contact our team at 719-276-4000.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The train can accommodate a limited number of wheelchair patrons per each train departure. The Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests must be able to climb 14 steps on their own in order to sit in the Dome Cars.
Please call Reservations if you have a wheelchair (24″maximum at base), walker, or difficulties climbing stairs. For questions about the accessibility of the train and its different classes, please call prior to booking a reservation on our website. All seating is assigned/reserved and cannot be guaranteed. Please call a representative at 719-276-4000 to book your tickets for the entire party with a wheelchair or movement-impaired passenger.
Refund Policy
The Royal Gorge Route has a no refund policy.
We provide a breathtaking journey and dining experience aboard our train through the Royal Gorge. We look forward to sharing our slice of Royal Gorge beauty with you!
Dates of Service
September 18th – October 31st with up to three daily departures. 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
On all departures, choose your class of service, then add on our special Oktoberfest entree while booking your journey in order to enjoy this wonderful German specialty. This year’s Oktoberfest experience features authentic German style veal bratwurst with sauerkraut and sharp German Senf mustard on a kaiser roll with warm German potato salad on the side. Don’t forget the Oktoberfest beer!
Reservations
We urge you to make your reservation early for the Oktoberfest Train because most dates sell out weeks in advance. Please have alternative dates in mind in case your choice of date is unavailable. Please also note that all seats are pre-assigned at time of booking. Specific seating locations cannot be guaranteed. Parties of more than 4 will be seated across the aisle or back to back. When selecting a date, if you do not see the ticket quantity selection, that particular class of service is sold out.
If you made your original reservation online and wish to add more guests to your reservation, please call reservations at 719.276.4000. If you wish to sit with another family which has made their reservation, please call our reservations department prior to making your own reservation. If multiple reservations are made, we cannot ensure that you will be seated together.
Tickets
All listed prices include your journey aboard the Oktoberfest Train. Prices do not include fees, dining or gratuity.
Peak
- $154Adult /$149 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $144 Adult / $139 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our fall season.
- $124 Adult / $119 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
Non-Peak
- $139 Adult /$134 Child (ages 1-12) – Vista Dome: Offers the most spectacular views of the breathtaking Royal Gorge and the mighty Arkansas River. Vista Dome offers comfortable booth-styled seats for a relaxing trip through this meandering canyon.
- $129 Adult / $124 Child (ages 1-12) – Deluxe Class: Comfortable table style seating in one of our historic Club cars. Featuring unique warm woods and large picture windows that showcases the beautiful canyon during our fall season.
- $109 Adult / $104 Child (ages 1-12) – Coach Class: Comfortable seats with expansive windows that showcase pristine views throughout one of Colorado’s grandest canyons.
* The Royal Gorge Route Railroad seats in tables of four. In keeping with railroad tradition, parties of two might be combined to sit together at a table of four. When seated with another couple, you and your guest will be seated on the same side of the table. Parties of four will always be seated at the same table.
Same-Day Booking
For same day booking please make your reservations at least one hour before departure. You may also purchase your tickets in person at the Santa Fe Depot for an additional $10 per ticket walk-up fee. We also invite you to call our reservations team at 719-276-4000.
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad welcomes groups (20 or more) from around the world! To inquire about Group Sales offerings, please visit our Group Sales page then contact our team at 719-276-4000.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The train can accommodate a limited number of wheelchair patrons per each train departure. The Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs. Guests must be able to climb 14 steps on their own in order to sit in the Dome Cars.
Please call Reservations if you have a wheelchair (24″maximum at base), walker, or difficulties climbing stairs. For questions about the accessibility of the train and its different classes, please call prior to booking a reservation on our website. All seating is assigned/reserved and cannot be guaranteed. Please call a representative at 719-276-4000 to book your tickets for the entire party with a wheelchair or movement-impaired passenger.
Refund Policy
The Royal Gorge Route has a no refund policy.
We provide a breathtaking journey and dining experience aboard our train through the Royal Gorge. We look forward to sharing our slice of Royal Gorge beauty with you!
Dates of Service
September 18th – October 31st with up to three daily departures. 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
On all departures, choose your class of service, then add on our special Oktoberfest entree while booking your journey in order to enjoy this wonderful German specialty. This year’s Oktoberfest experience features authentic German style veal bratwurst with sauerkraut and sharp German Senf mustard on a kaiser roll with warm German potato salad on the side. Don’t forget the Oktoberfest beer!
Reservations
We urge you to make your reservation early for the Oktoberfest Train because most dates sell out weeks in advance. Please have alternative dates in mind in case your choice of date is unavailable. Please also note that all seats are pre-assigned at time of booking. Specific seating locations cannot be guaranteed. Parties of more than 4 will be seated across the aisle or back to back. When selecting a date, if you do not see the ticket quantity selection, that particular class of service is sold out.
If you made your original reservation online and wish to add more guests to your reservation, please call reservations at 719.276.4000. If you wish to sit with another family which has made their reservation, please call our reservations department prior to making your own reservation. If multiple reservations are made, we cannot ensure that you will be seated together.
