Landmark
Creel-Sierra Tarahumara railway station
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The Creel-Sierra Tarahumara railway station is a key stop on the famous Chihuahua-Pacific Railway (El Chepe), which winds through the dramatic landscapes of Copper Canyon. The station itself is a modest but historic building where travelers board the train for one of the world's most scenic rail journeys, crossing bridges and tunnels that offer breathtaking views of deep canyons and towering cliffs. The station also serves as a departure point for day trips to nearby attractions like Divisadero.
Don't miss
- Board the El Chepe train for a ride through Copper Canyon, passing over bridges and through tunnels with panoramic views.
- Watch the train arrive and depart from the station platform, a classic photo opportunity.
- Explore the small museum inside the station, which displays photographs and artifacts about the railway's construction.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Creel-Sierra Tarahumara railway station
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTaieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin4.5★ · 962 travelers~5 hoursFrom$100 per personSee dates →
Best full dayGrand Canyon Railway Train Tickets4.5★ · 826 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$135 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleCopper Canyon4.7★ · 31 travelers5–7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$112 per personSee dates →More attractions in Creel