WOODBINE TRAIN FIELD GUIDE
Twilight with Santa: The Santa Starlight Express from Tuckahoe
An 85-minute coach-class round trip on the Cape May Seashore Lines from Tuckahoe with Santa aboard—the essential guide to what to expect on the Starlight Express.
Twilight with Santa: The Santa Starlight Express from Tuckahoe.
Ride the Seashore Lines on a historic, comfortable and fun train with Santa Claus as he returns to visit children of all ages aboard The Santa Express. The Santa Starlight Express runs in the holiday season from Thanksgiving weekend until Christmas and features the same amenities as The Santa Express, with the added invitation to make the evening special by wearing pajamas.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Twilight Starlight & Pajama-Ready Magic
The Starlight Express emphasizes the twilight atmosphere of the Seashore Lines and explicitly invites riders to wear pajamas to make the evening more special, combining holiday ambiance with family-friendly fun.
Historic, Comfortable Coach Class Seating
Coach Class features two-two aisle seating that can be reversed to face each other to accommodate group seating, providing a comfortable way to travel the Seashore Lines during the holiday service.
Santa Returns to Visit Onboard
Santa Claus returns to visit with children of all ages on board The Santa Express, making the train a focal point for families during the holiday schedule.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Board at Tuckahoe and settle into Coach Class for an approximately 85-minute round trip along the Seashore Lines. The journey includes roughly 35 minutes of travel in one direction, a short stop, then about 35 minutes returning to Tuckahoe, all timed to capture the early evening twilight while Santa visits passengers aboard.
THE MOMENT
Twilight Starlight & Pajama-Ready Magic
The Starlight Express emphasizes the twilight atmosphere of the Seashore Lines and explicitly invites riders to wear pajamas to make the evening more special, combining holiday ambiance with family-friendly fun.
THE RIDE
Historic, Comfortable Coach Class Seating
Coach Class features two-two aisle seating that can be reversed to face each other to accommodate group seating, providing a comfortable way to travel the Seashore Lines during the holiday service.
THE FAMILY
Santa Returns to Visit Onboard
Santa Claus returns to visit with children of all ages on board The Santa Express, making the train a focal point for families during the holiday schedule.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and what the listing notes about limits or special needs.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Santa Starlight Express operates from Thanksgiving weekend until Christmas; all Santa Express trains are approximately 85-minute round trips unless otherwise noted.
Make the evening special by wearing pajamas, as suggested; no other mandatory gear is listed in the provided details.
Meet at Reading Avenue and Railroad Avenue in Tuckahoe, NJ for boarding.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Santa Starlight Express?
All Santa Express trains are approximately 85-minute round trips, unless otherwise noted.
Where do I board the train?
Boarding is at Reading Avenue and Railroad Avenue in Tuckahoe, NJ.
What is the basic route and timing of the trip?
Board at Tuckahoe, ride for approximately 35 minutes, stop for just a few minutes, then ride approximately 35 minutes back to Tuckahoe.
Can children meet Santa onboard?
Yes. Santa returns to visit with children of all ages on board The Santa Express.
Is there a dress suggestion for the Starlight Express?
The Starlight Express suggests making the evening special by wearing pajamas.
What is Coach Class like on this train?
Coach Class features two-two aisle seating; seats can be reversed to face each other to accommodate group seating.