Every year São Paulo hosts the famous illuminated Christmas buses. But can you imagine experiencing the magic of the holidays in São Paulo with an incredible Christmas train? In 2024, this will be possible through the “Towards Christmas” initiative, an illuminated train that will travel through various cities in the state.
In all, the festive locomotive will travel almost 2,000 kilometers. This way, São Paulo residents from all over the state will receive a visit from a beautiful themed train, with illuminated decorations and even the presence of Santa Claus. In other words, if you want to celebrate Christmas in a unique and authentic way, you’ve found the perfect ride!
“Towards Christmas”: Christmas train arrives in the capital on the 22nd
The “Towards Christmas” project will pass through the capital of São Paulo on Sunday, the 22nd. The train will arrive at Estação da Luz at 7pm, where visitors will be able to enjoy it from the platform and be amazed by the cultural performances.
The decoration includes more than 1,500 meters of LED strips, which transform the locomotives into real light shows. In addition, Santa Claus will be there to make the moment even more special, delighting children and adults alike.
Cities in the interior of São Paulo also welcome the Christmas train
In addition to the stop in the capital, the “Towards Christmas” train will visit many other towns in São Paulo. On the 22nd, for example, it will leave Jundiaí in the afternoon and pass through six cities before arriving in São Paulo, visiting other places in the metropolitan region after its stop here.
Check out the list of all the cities that will receive the visit (available with more details here):
- 13/12, 19h: Departure from Dois Córregos | Passes through Torrinha, Brotas and Itirapina
- 14/12, 7pm: Rio Claro
- 15/12, 19h: Departure from Rio Claro | Passes through Santa Gertrudes, Cordeirópolis, Limeira and Americana
- 16/12, 19h: Depart Americana | Passes through Nova Odessa, Sumaré, Hortolândia, Campinas, Indaiatuba, Salto and Itu
- 17/12, 19h: Departure from Itu | Passes through Mairinque, São Roque and Caucaia do Alto
- 18/12, 19h: Departure from Embu-Guaçu | Passes through Bairro do Cipó and Eng. Marsilac
- 12/19, 6pm: Departure from São Vicente | Passes through Cubatão and Santos
- 21/12, 7pm: Louveira
- 22/12, 5pm: Departure from Jundiaí Station | Passes through Várzea Paulista, Campo Limpo Paulista, Francisco Morato, Franco da Rocha and Caieiras before arriving in São Paulo
- 22/12, 21h30: Departure from Mogi das Cruzes (CPTM) | Passes through Guararema
Safety tips
To enjoy the Christmas train in comfort and safety, Rumo ao Natal has some tips for visitors. Firstly, keep a minimum distance of 15 meters from the railway line and choose a safe place to watch the attractions and take photos.
Don’t try to get on the locomotive, even if it’s stationary, and keep an eye on the children so that they also respect the safety rules. After all, it’s very important that everyone enjoys the ride with peace of mind, regardless of their age!