Durango Blues Train
- Dates
- Expected August 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
- Price
- $165
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last Durango Blues Train was August 20 to 22, 2026, in Durango, CO. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Durango Blues Train turns the historic coal-fired Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad into a rolling, 21-and-over blues festival: six live acts play six vintage coaches during a roughly three-and-a-half-hour evening run through the canyons of the San Juan National Forest, and passengers move car to car, some coaches are seated, others are open for dancing. It is a single-ticket, limited-capacity event (around $165) that traditionally sells out well ahead of its late-spring and late-summer runs.
What people love
The novelty of a moving, car-to-car blues party set against dramatic mountain-and-river scenery is the draw; attendee reaction is enthusiastic, with the dancing coaches and the mix of ages in the crowd frequently singled out.
Last time around (2025)
The event ran two multi-night sets in 2025 (late May and August 21-23). Organizers described the return of the train as overwhelmingly joyous, and the format, six bands, six coaches, dancing between cars through the San Juan canyons, was unchanged.
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Listen
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Lineup
2027 lineup expected February 2027. Sign up and we email you the day it drops. Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
Nearest airport DRO.
How do I get to Durango Blues Train?
By car
Most people drive to Durango Blues Train. The nearest major airport is DRO, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
Daily intercity coach linking Durango Transit Center (250 W 8th St, ~3 blocks from the depot) with Grand Junction via Cortez, Dolores, Rico, Telluride, Placerville, Montrose, Olathe and Delta, including a stop at Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT). Useful as the fly-into-GJT alternative when tiny DRO's fares/connections don't work, or for connecting from Amtrak's California Zephyr at Grand Junction. Runs 365 days/year; coaches carry luggage/bike/ski storage, power, wi-fi and restrooms. Tickets via the Bustang Outrider mobile app or cash (exact change) when boarding. This is a city-to-city option, not a DRO airport connector.
Book / infoFestival shuttle
The only quasi-public airport connector: a reservation-only shared shuttle between DRO and the Durango Transit Center (250 W 8th St), which is ~3 blocks from the train depot at 479 Main Ave. Runs 6:00am-6:00pm Monday-Friday ONLY and is currently closed weekends/holidays due to a driver shortage, workable for a Thursday/Friday arrival ahead of the Aug 20-22 (Thu-Sat) festival, but NOT for a Saturday or Sunday departure, so plan the return leg another way. Book by phone (970) 563-4545 (office Mon-Fri 8am-4pm) at least 48 hours ahead; reservations open 1 month out. A fare increase took effect 1 Feb 2026, so confirm current pricing when booking.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
Uber and Lyft both operate at DRO and around Durango, but this is a small mountain airport with thin driver supply and no regularly scheduled shuttle, and the airport's own guidance is to pre-book ground transport before arriving. Local pre-book operators permitted at the airport include Durango Transportation (970) 259-4818 and Buck Horn Limousine (private car/shuttle, online booking). Drop at the depot (479 Main Ave) or your downtown hotel, everything relevant is within a few blocks.
Book / infoTaxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost Official D&SNGRR paid lot next to the rail yard at the corner of US Hwy 550 & College Drive (209 W College Dr, just west of the McDonald's), a short walk from the 479 Main Ave depot: $10 per car/truck/motorcycle, $20 for an RV/bus/trailer or any vehicle taking more than one space. Pay cash at the lot on the day, no prepay platform is used. Per city ordinance there is NO overnight camping in the lot. An unloading zone on Main Ave near the depot is available for dropping off passengers with limited mobility before parking, and vehicles with handicapped placards/plates park free at any regular metered space. Boarding starts 6:30pm, departure 7:00pm sharp.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Venue
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Durango Blues Train?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 4
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2202 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates3030 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates3363 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 3
401 East 2nd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates21719 US-160, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates21636 US-160, Durango, CO 81303
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
501 Camino del Rio, Durango, CO 81301
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMore hotels nearby 4
Airbnb & private camping
Durango is an established short-term-rental market (~1,000-1,700 active listings depending on data source) with high-season pressure exactly when the Blues Train runs: market data (AirDNA/AirROI, 2026) puts the average daily rate around $367 with a $283 median, rates peaking in July-August and guests booking furthest ahead (~74 days) for the summer peak.
Search AirbnbUnusually strong Hipcamp territory: Hipcamp's own Durango directory lists 280+ campsites and 250+ glamping options in the surrounding San Juan National Forest / Animas Valley / Mesa Verde corridor, from ~$15/night with a ~$50/night average, top-reviewed sites include Bright Star Campground, Hermitory and Mudita Camel's Yurt. A genuine budget alternative to the compressed downtown hotel market, with the caveat that most sites are a 15-45 min drive out and the festival's own lot bans overnight camping, so plan a sober driver or rideshare back from the 21+ evening train.
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Entry rules
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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Quick answers
When is Durango Blues Train 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was August 20 to 22, 2026. The next one is expected in August.
Has the Durango Blues Train 2027 lineup been announced?
Not yet. The 2027 lineup is expected February 2027. 6 acts from 2026 are listed on this page.
How much are Durango Blues Train tickets?
$165 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. The next edition's prices will be confirmed when tickets go on sale.
Where is Durango Blues Train held?
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango, CO.