Train Service
Climb aboard Amtrak’s California Zephyr for train service between San Francisco in the west and Chicago in the east, including a daily stop in Fraser, CO, just minutes from Winter Park.
Local Listings:
- Amtrak’s California Zephyr line provides daily service to Fraser, CO from Chicago, Denver, Salt Lake City, Sacramento, and San Francisco.
- Fraser is just 5 miles from Winter Park.
- Amtrak Ski Package deals are available.
- For more information, call 1-800-USA-RAIL.
- The Winter Park - Denver Ski Train is no longer in service.
Overview
If flying is out of the question and you’d prefer not to drive, hop aboard an Amtrak train for your next Winter Park vacation and enjoy service to Fraser, CO on the California Zephyr. Leave the stress at home and enjoy the views before arriving just 5 miles from Winter Park in the town of Fraser, Colorado. Amtrak’s California Zephyr provides daily service to Fraser from San Francisco, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, Denver, and Chicago. West coast skiers depart in the morning and arrive the following afternoon; skiers from the east board in the afternoon and arrive the next morning. If you’re heading out for a ski vacation be sure to check out Amtrak’s ski package deals which include overnight stays, transfers, and lift tickets.
Unfortunately, the Denver-Winter Park, Colorado Ski Train is no longer in operation.
Destinations
The California Zephyr provides service between San Francisco in the west and Chicago in the east and makes 34 daily stops along its line including Fraser, CO and Granby, CO. Check here first as your departure point may be along this line and will save you from having to make train changes.
Rates
Amtrak rates vary depending upon one-way, round-trip or package trip options.
The average one-way price between Fraser and Denver is $41. Round-trip can average between $150 - $200 depending upon location.
Amtrak ski package deals to Winter Park average around $600 - $750 and include round-trip rail tickets, 4 nights lodging, taxes, 3-day lift tickets, and transfers (based on double occupancy).
Schedules
The California Zephyr stops daily in Fraser, CO and Granby, Co. Check listings on the website or by phone for up-to-date schedules.
Contact Information
For more information on Amtrak routes, services, and schedules call 1-800- USA–RAIL or visit the Amtrak website at: www.amtrak.com.
