Are there cars and accessories that can be added to this train?

No additional cars can be purchased via Lionel. I’ve purchased the Harry Potter set which interchanges with Ready To Play sets like Pennsylvania RR & Disney Frozen but they have no interest in making individual cars or locomotives. What’s good though is that getting a second set adds that much more track. Get a track switch set and you can expand your oval to run in an inner loop design too. Drawback? Doing so takes a ton of real estate, can be too large in many homes.

Can you turn the sounds off?

Disassemble the train upside down to access the speaker box. It'll all go back together again, don't worry. The speaker is housed inside the black round piece at the front of the locomotive. Remove the black round cap piece and discard. Flip the speaker so the holes face up and cover the whole thing with electrical tape. I also shoved some cotton balls the hole. Put the train back together, tape the holes on the underside behind the spring. It doesn't completely solve it but it's way better. Other option is to cut the cord to the speaker like another commenter replied but my version keeps the sound, only quieter.

What is the difference between the ready to play set and ready and straight track pack

The ready to play set has enough track for a full circle or oval. The ready and straight track pack are straight tracks to add to the play set to make a bigger area for the train to travel! I got both so my grandsons could make a bigger track. It’s a really nice train set!

would this train set fit into a christmas village setup or is it too big? if the train is bigger than the homes it may not look right. If too large,

We used the Polar Express as the perimeter of a Christmas amusement park that included the LEGO Christmas train and an Eiffel Tower 3-D Puzzle. We added a K-Nex ferris wheel, a Cinderella castle 3-D puzzle, and the LEGO Christmas train station. One of the kids added LEGO Elsa frozen castle. Since this was the COVID Christmas and we weren't having the whole family over, we could spread out on the living room floor.

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Description

🎄 All aboard the ultimate holiday vibe—ride the Polar Express and own the season’s magic!

HOLIDAY MAGIC IN MOTION - Bring the iconic Polar Express story to life with a ready-to-play set that sparks nostalgia and wonder.
VERSATILE TRACK LAYOUTS - Create your own circle, rectangle, or oval track with the exclusive track system—no limits to your holiday creativity.
EFFORTLESS REMOTE CONTROL - User-friendly infrared remote lets you steer the magic from anywhere in the room—perfect for busy professionals and multitaskers.
IMMERSIVE SOUND EXPERIENCE - Enjoy authentic train sounds, including bell, whistle, and movie announcements that elevate your festive ambiance.
INSTANT SETUP ENDLESS JOY - No assembly required—get your train running in 20 minutes and transform your space into a holiday showstopper.

The Lionel Polar Express Ready-to-Play Set is a battery-powered G scale model train featuring a Berkshire-style locomotive with working headlight, authentic sounds, and a remote control. Its exclusive track system allows multiple layout configurations, making it perfect for holiday decorating and family fun. Designed for ages 4 and up, this set requires 6 C batteries (not included) and offers a quick, no-assembly setup to bring festive cheer to any space.

Specifications

ASIN	B01C35QC4W
Age Range Description	Kid, Teen, Adult
Assembly Instructions Description	No assembly instructions required
Assembly Time	20 Minutes
Base Material	Plastic
Battery Description	Alkaline
Best Sellers Rank	#172,388 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #226 in Kids' Trains & Railed Vehicle Playsets
Brand Name	Lionel
CPSIA Cautionary Statement	Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable
Collection Name	Train Set - Polar Express
Color	Multicolor
Compatibility Options	Ready-to-Play
Control Method	Remote
Control Type	Remote Control
Controller Type	Remote Control
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 471 Reviews
Educational Objective	Learning
Fit Type	freestanding
Frame Material Type	Plastic
Global Trade Identification Number	00023922011008
Included Components	Train^plastic track^RC remote control^
Includes Rechargeable Battery	No
Is Assembly Required	No
Is Electric	No
Item Dimensions	22.9 x 15.2 x 7.6 centimeters
Item Shape	irregular shape
Item Type Name	Lionel The Polar Express Battery-powered Model Train Set, Ready to Play with Remote
Item Weight	6 Pounds
Manufacturer	Lionel LLC
Manufacturer Part Number	711803
Manufacturer recommended age	4 - 15 years
Material Type	Plastic
Minimum Age Recomendation	48
Model Name	El Expreso Polar
Model Number	711803
Model Year	2016
Not for Kids	No
Number of Batteries	6 C batteries required.
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Pieces	37
Number of Players	1
Occasion	Birthday, Christmas, Graduation
Operation Mode	Automatic
Other Special Features of the Product	Authentic train sounds including bell & whistle, Battery-powered Steam Locomotive, Fixed knuckle couplers, Movie sounds and announcements, Working headlight
Outer Material	Plastic
Power Source	Battery Powered
Product Style	Polar Express
Rail Guage	45 mm
Remote Control Technology	Infrared
Remote Included	Yes
Scale	O scale
Set Name	The Polar Express
Size	Set
Skill Level	Age 4 and up
Sub Brand	The Polar Express
Subject Character	Polar Express
Theme	Movie, Trains
UPC	023922011008
Unit Count	1 Count

Reviews

C**G

LIONEL POLAR EXPRESS READY TO GO TRAIN SET

Present for my grandson's 6th birthday. He loves trains. What a fantastic train set. Was everything I expected and much more. He loves the movie and was wowed by the gift. This is a great gift for any young child who loves trains. Good quality gift. Delivery was faster than expected. Amazon met all my expectations and I have since purchased another two quality gifts for Xmas. They were ordered 8 December, shipped 8 December delivered to my home 9th December. Never experienced such excellent service. Thankyou.

11.12.2020

P**O

Lo spettacolo del Natale

Regalo apprezzato da mia figlia, il Polar Express è riuscito ad incantare proprio tutti, grandi e piccini. Sebbene di plastica, articolo ben fatto con luci e suoni. Vale il prezzo richiesto.

4.01.2023

R**I

Very nice train set, fast delivery

We ordered it from Singapore and it arrived within 1 week. The train tracks and train cars looked exactly the same as the photos. They were also easy to assemble. My 9-year-old boy assembled them by himself and he really loves it. The package's tracking information was also sufficiently detailed all the way.

7.06.2021

ナ**ギ

待ち望んでいた子も大満足！！

まず、綺麗な梱包で安心しました。返品した商品が、箱はボロボロ、中身はメチャクチャな状態で入っており、おまけの品もなく、疑心暗鬼になりました。新しく購入し直したこちらでは、全く問題ありませんでした！！カーブレールの入れ方に始め戸惑いましたが、表裏で入れていくとスッキリ収まるのがわかりました。レールに乗せる時に少々手間取りますが、このお値段で小さい子が触っても丈夫なリアルな大きな汽車です。大満足です！！

22.11.2021

F**R

Excelente producto para regalo

Fue para regalo y a la persona le encanto, cumple con lo especificado

28.10.2025

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Lionel The Polar Express Ready-to-Play Set, Battery-Powered Berkshire-Style Model Train Set with Remote

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