OCEANSIDE, CA — The Coaster Holiday Express is returning to San Diego County in December to celebrate its 20th anniversary, with tickets going on sale Friday evening.
The North County Transit District's annual holiday train ride will depart from the Oceanside Transit Center on Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13, taking passengers on a 60-minute, nonstop round trip along the coast to Solana Beach and back.
Tickets cost $35 per person and go on sale at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Children 2 and younger ride free but must sit on a parent or guardian's lap.
The Coaster Holiday Express will offer departures at 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Dec. 5, 6 and 12. On Dec. 13, trains will depart at 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Passengers can select their seats when purchasing tickets, with a limit of six tickets per transaction. Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure.
Accessible wheelchair seating will be available on the lower level of the first train car.
Tickets and additional information will be available at GoNCTD.com/HolidayExpress.
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