Grand Canyon Railway Train Tickets

Name: Grand Canyon Railway Train Tickets
Price: 135.21 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.51 (785 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Step aboard the Grand Canyon Railway for a trip to the majestic Grand Canyon you'll never forget. Feel the rumble of a vintage train as the engine chugs 65-miles (approximately 105 km) across the beautiful Northern Arizona countryside. The train offers kaleidoscopic views of the San Francisco Peaks and rolls through valleys adorned in wild flowers, dense pine forests, high desert plains and small canyons.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The train can accommodate a motorized scooter if it is no wider than 25 inches. There is a special lift to lift the scooter onto the train.

Please note: Arizona doesn't observe Day Light Savings and switches between MST (Mountain Standard Time) and PST (Pacific Standard Time) depending on the season.

Post COVID-19 Safety Updates - We politely request that you refrain from taking this tour should you start displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or if you are at a high risk of contracting the disease. Please ensure 1 person per group wait in line for ticket exchange. Face masks will be highly recommended. Social distancing will be practiced on train platform and on the train. Seating on board the train will be limited to maximize social distancing, and guests will be asked to promptly take their seat keeping aisles clear and to remain seated except to use restrooms.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

This exciting and scenic ride begins at the historic 1908 Williams Depot where you will be entertained by a Wild West shootout featuring the Cataract Creek Gang in an outdoor theater. Shop in one of two gift shops, or enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast (not included) before departure at the Grand Depot Cafe next to the depot. Then, hear the train whistle pierce the fresh morning air, beckoning passengers for a trip on the old iron horse to the Grand Canyon. Uniformed coach attendants provide you with white-gloved courtesy and service. Aboard the train, enjoy the tunes of strolling musicians who conduct sing-a-longs, an Old West train robbery, and the antics of western characters as they recreate train travel as it was back in 1901. This train will arrive into the historic 1910 Grand Canyon Depot, the only remaining log depot still in operation in the United States. Buildings like the El Tovar Hotel, Hopi House and Bright Angel Lodge salute arriving guests as you pull into the station and disembark from the train. Choose between coach class seating which are streamline era coaches built in the 1950's and are air-conditioned and heated in the cooler months. Soft drinks and bottled water are available for purchase on board. Upgrade to first class and enjoy the opulence of oversized, reclining seats with extra-large viewing windows and at-seat cocktail service (no host bar) aboard First Class. Cars are air-conditioned and you can help yourself to complimentary morning refreshments of fresh fruits, pastries, juices, teas and coffee. Enjoy snacks from the buffet on the afternoon trip. Please note: adult prices include a USD15 National Park Fee.

What‘s Included

Sales tax

Round trip train (coach or first class)

National Park service fees (USD15)

Gratuities

Meals

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

First Class Train + Tour

First class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class Train with Tour

Coach class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class Roundtrip Train

Coach class Roundtrip Train Ticket; includes National Park Service fee.

First Class Roundtrip Train

First class roundtrip Train Ticket; includes National Park Service fee.

First Class + Tour w/ Lunch

First class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour and buffet lunch; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class + Tour w/ Lunch

Coach class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour and buffet lunch; includes National Park Service fee.

Reviews

4.51

785 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

562

130

Majestical!
ARTHUR C,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The train ride is very slow. Sure it’s due to safety concerns. The canyon view is mystical and majestic. Be prepared to walk Out conductor was GREAT and the entertainment was fun
Our experience from...
Jodi B,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our experience from beginning to end was pleasurable and beautiful. Johnny Arizona shared a wealth of information and is wonderful human being.
Such a nice trip!!!
Lizz P,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful day trip on the train to the Grand Canyon . It was comfortable and entertaining! What can be better than that!! Teryl was our guide and her tales on the way to the Canyon were very informative and she likes to make it fun! Watch out for train robbers and bring small bills.
Now What We Expected
Teresa P Reid,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The Grand Canyon Railroad was a bit of a let down for us mainly because we were expecting something different. Arriving at the depot, we were told there would be an old west gun fighter show. We asked an employee where it was and she told us it was at the far end of the terminal where the stage was set up. We walked to the end and found nothing but a bunch of couches and chairs. We decided to walk around outside for some photo ops before boarding. It was near freezing and windy, but we saw an old west town facade up in the distance. We kept walking, thinking we might get a few pictures in front of the buildings. When we finally arrived, we realized that this was where the show was being held. No one had mentioned that it was outside. The bleachers were not only cold, but also wet from the melting ice and we saw several people trying to dry seats with napkins. We decided it wasn't worth it and opted to turn back before the show started. From the train, we had thought we'd see a variety of landscapes and wildlife and come away with some history and knowledge of the Grand Canyon. We didn't. The train was basically just a vehicle to get to the canyon at which point we were on our own. The scenery consisted of desert shrubs and finally a few trees as we approached the canyon. No real canyon views. Thankfully, it wasn't very scenic as there were no open cars to take pictures from and the pics we were able to get through the windows often had glare. While our train attendant, Nick, was friendly and kidding with passengers throughout the trip, there was no real history given, nor sights/wildlife pointed out that weren't part of a joke. It seemed like there was a lot of effort put into intriguing guests with a "bobcat" sighting. As a photographer, I made my way to a window where the bobcat could be seen only to be let down by a bobcat tractor within a fence. Ok... I fell for it. Moments later we saw a herd of elk. REAL elk. The guests that saw them were excited. My husband asked why those hadn't been pointed out. Nick said it was because he sees herds of elk all the time. We were taken aback, because there were so many guests from far away that have never seen elk in the wild. That's why we were there and, in my opinion, a missed opportunity for the company. We paid for the first class car and were provided with snacks. The morning snacks were served buffet style in a cramped corner of our train car and consisted of mini muffins, crackers, bread, puff pastry, fruit and soda. The return trip snacks, also buffet style, consisted of pretzel bites with dips, meats, cheeses, pickles, crackers, veggies and drinks. Two different singers/guitarists came into each car and played a few songs on the trip to and back from the canyon. Of course, they each had their hands out for tips. On the trip to the canyon a lady came through taking quick photos of the passengers. She had the pictures ready to sell by our return trip. They seemed pretty small for the asking price of $35 for the first one and $12 for each additional. We took better selfies on our own and declined the purchase. On the return trip there was also a "staged" train robbery by the gang that was jailed at the morning's show. We were told it would be happening and that they'd be looking for money. Those who wanted to get "robbed" were asked to disclose where they'd be hiding their cash so they could let the robbers know where to look. The robbers came through, got their cash (tips) and even made a second trip through the car later asking if we had participated in the robbery. While it could have been fun with proper execution or an element of surprise, instead it came across as cheesy and yet another money grab. Things like the singers and actors should have been included in the train fare without feeling like we were being hounded for tips by each person involved. We gladly tipped our car attendant. As for the Grand Canyon, we knew we would have nearly 3 hours to explore. We thought we had done our research ahead of time, and planned to make a bee line to the red route shuttle and ride it without getting off. However, prior to arrival, we were warned that taking shuttles was not advised as we may not make it back to the train in time for departure due to long waits at the shuttle stations/stops. The train waits for no one. It was suggested that we stay in the village and hike the Rim Trail. We hadn't planned to hike at all and thus had no water with us. Getting off the train, it was a climb up several flights of stairs to the village/motel. We typically walk 3 miles a day, but were winded by the time we got to the top. The walk to the geology museum was supposed to be 1.4 miles so we thought it would be easy to walk there and back in our allotted time. It took us almost an hour to get there and we were extremely thirsty by the time we did. There was no water available for purchase at the museum and there was no way we could have walked back without water. The map showed a shuttle stop at the museum, but we worried we wouldn't be able to get back to the train depot if there really were long wait times. Fortunately, there was no wait and we made it back to the village with an hour to spare. We found water for sale at the motel and just stayed at the lodge until departure time. Had we known that our only views of the canyon were going to be from hiking or only at the lodge, we'd definitely have planned and prepared differently. These are just a few things we wish we'd been made aware of. All in all, it was a long day (9am-6pm) and we were exhausted. We live in Arizona and have always wanted to take this trip. We're glad we did, but it's not something we'd do again. If truth be told we much preferred the shorter trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad. It was more scenic, had open air cars that could be accessed at any time for photos and attendants who were a wealth of knowledge regarding the area history, train history, wildlife and geology of the area.
Great way to travel to...
Howard M,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to travel to see the canyon. Relaxing and comfortable. Our train car host Tom Hanks was great.
One and done!
88phili,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It was worth it one time. A little cheesy but it was fun. Definitely wouldn’t do it again, the train seats were comparable to a school bus, so not very comfortable.
Our guide on the car was...
Wendy P,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide on the car was great. Entertaining and easy. We liked both roving guitarists also. The car was clean and comfortable. Overall, a great trip.
First Class + tour w/lunch
Christina V,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a group of 3 and opted for first class + tour + lunch. We choose first class so we could flip the seats around and face each other with leg room vs. coach and being like school bus seating. Most everything they pointed out was on the A & B seating side vs. C & D. Snacks and drinks were included. On the way there they served muffins, donuts, pastries with juice & soda. On the way back it was a charcuterie assortment with meat, cheese, bread, vegetables and drinks. They had entertainment on board. A violinist on the way there and guitar singer on the way back. The outlaws boarded on the way back shortly before we got back to the station and did a mock robbery where they walk through each train car asking for money. They also had a photographer on board who takes your picture on the way there and you can purchase on the way back for $40. The majority/ almost all of the sightseeing was on the A&B side vs. C&D. The attendant was very friendly and informative during the ride. If we were to do it again I would do first class & tour only. The lunch was a very basic buffet that was bland. Wish we would have done a restaurant on our own. Others said their meal was great.
Awesome Grand Canyon Tour
Rodney C,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience. Grand Canyon was awesome! I recommend the full bus tour with the lunch package. They take you to all the sites and is very feasible for older people. If you have issues like bad knees and can't walk far, or if you are fully healthy, I would recommend this.
Time to enjoy the canyon.
Joan C,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Everything is provided for you on the train. Water, snacks and lunch, for a price. We bought sandwiches on the train so we didn't have to line up at the Grand Canyon. We had time to do the rim hike.

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Grand Canyon Railway Train Tickets

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The train can accommodate a motorized scooter if it is no wider than 25 inches. There is a special lift to lift the scooter onto the train.

Please note: Arizona doesn't observe Day Light Savings and switches between MST (Mountain Standard Time) and PST (Pacific Standard Time) depending on the season.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

What‘s Included

Sales tax

Round trip train (coach or first class)

National Park service fees (USD15)

Gratuities

Meals

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

First Class Train + Tour

First class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class Train with Tour

Coach class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class Roundtrip Train

Coach class Roundtrip Train Ticket; includes National Park Service fee.

First Class Roundtrip Train

First class roundtrip Train Ticket; includes National Park Service fee.

First Class + Tour w/ Lunch

First class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour and buffet lunch; includes National Park Service fee.

Coach Class + Tour w/ Lunch

Coach class roundtrip rail trip with 1.5-hour tour and buffet lunch; includes National Park Service fee.

Reviews

4.51

785 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

562

130

Majestical!
ARTHUR C,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The train ride is very slow. Sure it’s due to safety concerns. The canyon view is mystical and majestic. Be prepared to walk Out conductor was GREAT and the entertainment was fun
Our experience from...
Jodi B,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our experience from beginning to end was pleasurable and beautiful. Johnny Arizona shared a wealth of information and is wonderful human being.
Such a nice trip!!!
Lizz P,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful day trip on the train to the Grand Canyon . It was comfortable and entertaining! What can be better than that!! Teryl was our guide and her tales on the way to the Canyon were very informative and she likes to make it fun! Watch out for train robbers and bring small bills.
Now What We Expected
Teresa P Reid,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The Grand Canyon Railroad was a bit of a let down for us mainly because we were expecting something different. Arriving at the depot, we were told there would be an old west gun fighter show. We asked an employee where it was and she told us it was at the far end of the terminal where the stage was set up. We walked to the end and found nothing but a bunch of couches and chairs. We decided to walk around outside for some photo ops before boarding. It was near freezing and windy, but we saw an old west town facade up in the distance. We kept walking, thinking we might get a few pictures in front of the buildings. When we finally arrived, we realized that this was where the show was being held. No one had mentioned that it was outside. The bleachers were not only cold, but also wet from the melting ice and we saw several people trying to dry seats with napkins. We decided it wasn't worth it and opted to turn back before the show started. From the train, we had thought we'd see a variety of landscapes and wildlife and come away with some history and knowledge of the Grand Canyon. We didn't. The train was basically just a vehicle to get to the canyon at which point we were on our own. The scenery consisted of desert shrubs and finally a few trees as we approached the canyon. No real canyon views. Thankfully, it wasn't very scenic as there were no open cars to take pictures from and the pics we were able to get through the windows often had glare. While our train attendant, Nick, was friendly and kidding with passengers throughout the trip, there was no real history given, nor sights/wildlife pointed out that weren't part of a joke. It seemed like there was a lot of effort put into intriguing guests with a "bobcat" sighting. As a photographer, I made my way to a window where the bobcat could be seen only to be let down by a bobcat tractor within a fence. Ok... I fell for it. Moments later we saw a herd of elk. REAL elk. The guests that saw them were excited. My husband asked why those hadn't been pointed out. Nick said it was because he sees herds of elk all the time. We were taken aback, because there were so many guests from far away that have never seen elk in the wild. That's why we were there and, in my opinion, a missed opportunity for the company. We paid for the first class car and were provided with snacks. The morning snacks were served buffet style in a cramped corner of our train car and consisted of mini muffins, crackers, bread, puff pastry, fruit and soda. The return trip snacks, also buffet style, consisted of pretzel bites with dips, meats, cheeses, pickles, crackers, veggies and drinks. Two different singers/guitarists came into each car and played a few songs on the trip to and back from the canyon. Of course, they each had their hands out for tips. On the trip to the canyon a lady came through taking quick photos of the passengers. She had the pictures ready to sell by our return trip. They seemed pretty small for the asking price of $35 for the first one and $12 for each additional. We took better selfies on our own and declined the purchase. On the return trip there was also a "staged" train robbery by the gang that was jailed at the morning's show. We were told it would be happening and that they'd be looking for money. Those who wanted to get "robbed" were asked to disclose where they'd be hiding their cash so they could let the robbers know where to look. The robbers came through, got their cash (tips) and even made a second trip through the car later asking if we had participated in the robbery. While it could have been fun with proper execution or an element of surprise, instead it came across as cheesy and yet another money grab. Things like the singers and actors should have been included in the train fare without feeling like we were being hounded for tips by each person involved. We gladly tipped our car attendant. As for the Grand Canyon, we knew we would have nearly 3 hours to explore. We thought we had done our research ahead of time, and planned to make a bee line to the red route shuttle and ride it without getting off. However, prior to arrival, we were warned that taking shuttles was not advised as we may not make it back to the train in time for departure due to long waits at the shuttle stations/stops. The train waits for no one. It was suggested that we stay in the village and hike the Rim Trail. We hadn't planned to hike at all and thus had no water with us. Getting off the train, it was a climb up several flights of stairs to the village/motel. We typically walk 3 miles a day, but were winded by the time we got to the top. The walk to the geology museum was supposed to be 1.4 miles so we thought it would be easy to walk there and back in our allotted time. It took us almost an hour to get there and we were extremely thirsty by the time we did. There was no water available for purchase at the museum and there was no way we could have walked back without water. The map showed a shuttle stop at the museum, but we worried we wouldn't be able to get back to the train depot if there really were long wait times. Fortunately, there was no wait and we made it back to the village with an hour to spare. We found water for sale at the motel and just stayed at the lodge until departure time. Had we known that our only views of the canyon were going to be from hiking or only at the lodge, we'd definitely have planned and prepared differently. These are just a few things we wish we'd been made aware of. All in all, it was a long day (9am-6pm) and we were exhausted. We live in Arizona and have always wanted to take this trip. We're glad we did, but it's not something we'd do again. If truth be told we much preferred the shorter trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad. It was more scenic, had open air cars that could be accessed at any time for photos and attendants who were a wealth of knowledge regarding the area history, train history, wildlife and geology of the area.
Great way to travel to...
Howard M,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to travel to see the canyon. Relaxing and comfortable. Our train car host Tom Hanks was great.
One and done!
88phili,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It was worth it one time. A little cheesy but it was fun. Definitely wouldn’t do it again, the train seats were comparable to a school bus, so not very comfortable.
Our guide on the car was...
Wendy P,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide on the car was great. Entertaining and easy. We liked both roving guitarists also. The car was clean and comfortable. Overall, a great trip.
First Class + tour w/lunch
Christina V,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a group of 3 and opted for first class + tour + lunch. We choose first class so we could flip the seats around and face each other with leg room vs. coach and being like school bus seating. Most everything they pointed out was on the A & B seating side vs. C & D. Snacks and drinks were included. On the way there they served muffins, donuts, pastries with juice & soda. On the way back it was a charcuterie assortment with meat, cheese, bread, vegetables and drinks. They had entertainment on board. A violinist on the way there and guitar singer on the way back. The outlaws boarded on the way back shortly before we got back to the station and did a mock robbery where they walk through each train car asking for money. They also had a photographer on board who takes your picture on the way there and you can purchase on the way back for $40. The majority/ almost all of the sightseeing was on the A&B side vs. C&D. The attendant was very friendly and informative during the ride. If we were to do it again I would do first class & tour only. The lunch was a very basic buffet that was bland. Wish we would have done a restaurant on our own. Others said their meal was great.
Awesome Grand Canyon Tour
Rodney C,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience. Grand Canyon was awesome! I recommend the full bus tour with the lunch package. They take you to all the sites and is very feasible for older people. If you have issues like bad knees and can't walk far, or if you are fully healthy, I would recommend this.
Time to enjoy the canyon.
Joan C,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Everything is provided for you on the train. Water, snacks and lunch, for a price. We bought sandwiches on the train so we didn't have to line up at the Grand Canyon. We had time to do the rim hike.