Train of Lights

Take the whole family on an enchanting holiday excursion!

Enjoy a 1.5 hour-long round trip through Niles Canyon filled with refreshments, music, and cheer aboard our antique coaches and open cars that feature holiday lights and decorations inside and out.

The Train of Lights offers a rare opportunity to experience a train ride through Niles Canyon at night.  With one departure from Niles at dusk and a second departure from Sunol after dark, you can choose your favorite time to ride.

The Train of Lights has been an annual tradition for many Bay Area families for more than a decade.  Make it yours too!

Choose Your Departure Time and Location

Trains depart from Niles at 4:30PM and Sunol at 7:30PM on weekends and select weekday evening throughout the holiday season from November 17th to December 29th, 2023 (Trains will not operate on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

November 17, 18 ,19, 25, 26 & 29
December 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28 & 29
Departure time availability may differ on a few days.

The earlier Niles departure leaves when it’s still light enough to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Niles Canyon but dark enough on the return trip to enjoy the train’s mesmerizing lights.

Purchase Your Tickets

Tickets are available online for all departures, and your ticket includes a round trip on your selected departure.  These trains are very popular and often sell out well in advance, so we recommend you purchase your tickets as early as possible.