the conductor was friendly and the kids loved it, but it cost $33 for me and my 3 & 1 yo to basically ride around the food court two times! It was such a rip off all I could do was laugh about it after the fact read more

In Oct. 2023, the cost is $10/person and riders under 42" must be accompanied by an adult, who also needs a ticket.

Paid $20 for my two kids to ride one round on this stupid train that last for two minutes

Kudos to the owners and operators of the Tysons Corner Center Express Train, you have a great business idea that will transcend time. And at the prices they are charging for tickets, I'm sure they drive a Bentley in their personal life. Prettily perched right across the row from the children's play area, this train is practically begging children to come and touch it. After my daughter tried to jump on it a few times I decided it was time to go for a ride. I asked the conductor when the next train would depart but he said it was an on demand kind of thing and he could take me right now. I paid for the tickets -- $5 per person and if your child is under the age of twelve months the parent ticket is free. Hold up...damn yo, that is straight up wallet murder. Two years old seems to be the worldwide consensus that a parent is automatically included in ticket price so I know this is straight up price gouging. But Kimberly S, do it for the kids. I paid for my tickets and of course that is when my daughter decided "NO! NO MORE TRAIN!" but I forced her to get in anyways and she ended up having a great time waving at all of the mall court people even though only one man waved at her back (thank you man!!). Overall, it was a bit underwhelming. Two laps around and I would have expected at least a friendly choo-choo when we arrived and departed for experience sake. I prefer the outdoor trains at the local parks which give you a more adventurous and happy experience and where tickets are only $3. read more

Our toddler liked the ride a lot, BUT it seems like a deceptive business. There's a stand where you pay but you'd never know it, because there's no sign about train rides and no prices posted. We thought it was free until we realized it wasn't at the last moment. $21 after tax for one parent and one child. Simply ridiculous. The ride lasted a touch over 7 mins, a good amount of time, not too long and not too short. But for entertainment like this, you'd expect no more than $10 or so for a parent and child. Good little ride, but they pray on parents who have given into their kid who wants to ride with no idea how much the ride is. read more

Super expensive for what you get which js a 5 min ride around the food court. It is really not worth it.

It's a memory for your child so worth it just one time but no more. $10/person is just too pricey. And just a 5 minute ride!

Choo choo!! Any visit to the 3rd level playground of Tysons Corner mall isn't complete without hopping aboard the Tysons Corner Center Express (TCCE). Our two monkeys now beg Mommy and Daddy for a ride on the "choo choo" and will even try to break free of our grasp just to get in line. The TCCE trains cars can each hold up to 2 adults and maybe three kids which makes any long line move quickly. Especially important when you have very excited kids that are eager for their turn on the train. The cost: About $3 per person or you can buy two tickets for $5. What a bargain! Your ticket will get you two long loops that start out in the play area, takes you around TGIFridays, by the movie theaters and along the seating area of the food court. It's funny how people will stop and watch us TCCE passengers fly by them and most even wave to the little ones. The company that owns the TCCE is Loco-Motives LLC which owns an operates this train. I must give them credit for keeping their trains clean and for setting up right outside a kid's play area. I'm sure many parents such as myself and the wife find it hard to leave the Tysons playground without being begged for a train ride. :-) read more

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The operators of the train are great and kid friendly. For everyone complaining about costs, all I have to state is that you are in Tysons Corner. If you want cheap go take your kids on a metro ride and shop at Wal-Mart. If five dollars per-person is killing your budget don't go to the third floor and vote against Trial Lawyers who force the cost of everything to rise because of senseless lawsuits that push up insurance fees (which you pay for in the end). The train is spotless and the service is grand. The length of the trip is timed perfectly to where it is not too short and not too long. The fact that the train is located on the third level takes away the need to fear of going by too many toy shops. In fact, I use it as a treat if everyone eats all their food, since the food court is located on the same level. All for all -- great experience. read more

The shameless gouging of desperate parents is taken to a new level here. $4 per person--and NO discount given for children (of any age) or multiple riders gets you 2 laps on the big golf cart powered train. Those laps take about 2 minutes each. Quick ride. And all you are seeing is the food court and theater area! What a ridiculous rip off. Of course I have done it because my kid wants to go. That is what they bank on. Literally. F*** these guys and f*** you Tyson's Corner mall. read more

The operator is nice and the train ride is conveniently located right outside the pay area near the eatery. For all of those that know Tyson's Corner, this whole area was where JC Penney's used to be.... A nice addition to the mall......! Problem: the train only goes 2 laps around the eatery and movie theatre and it is a bit pricey..... $3 each or $5 for 2..... You are always stuck buying two as what little kid will take the trip by themeselves? Anyways, my son was always happy and that's what matters....... Won't complain too much as the kids will rapidly grow out of the phase and happily spend their time rough-housing in the play area! *Now if ONLY Macerich (the mall operator) will spend the @#$!@# $$$ and PLEASE UPGRADE the wi-fi so we can connect to the internet at a decent speed!!!!!!!!!! read more

The train at the Tysons mall always closes before the time listed on their board. I've taken my sons many times and the lady shuts it down. Very disappointing! They need to update their hours and change their lady Conductor. read more

The price is pretty steep for two laps around the food court/cinema area. However, my kid loved the ride and cried when we didn't take a second. My only complaint is that if someone is walking slowly in front of the train, the ride is longer than it really needs to be. As I lived out of the area for about 3 1/2 years, this was the first time I've been to this part of Tyson's. The train is a nice addition. read more

Five dollars per passenger, including accompanying adult with child to ride this 5 minute train around the food court. My daughter is obsessed with this train and it definitely a lot of fun to watch how excited she gets on it. I just can't over spending 10 dollars a ride for us. Thankfully, the children play place is next to it and my daughter enjoys playing there. Clean train, conductor was a little quiet but it not about that, it's about the fun and my daughter loves it. The price is just annoying. read more

$5 for for just 2 minute riding. This is really just to expensive for this.My kids even did not enjoy the ride. That was too short and I just paid anther $10 for my 5 years old son and 4 years old daughter. That is ridiculous I spend $20 for very little fun. I am sure that there is another kids trein riding places for more responsible prices. read more

The owners keep changing the rules regarding the age in which young toddlers don't pay and it's just annoying to see them not take any responsibility for it. So frustrating when you just want to have a good time and leave like you're being ripped off! read more

It's a rip off. It's really $8 for a ride. $4 for you and $4 for your child. The ride last no longer than two minutes. If you think about it, mathematically this train profits probably over $500,000 a year. I will be straight forward to my kid and tell him we can't afford the train ride. I'd rather take him to a two hours movie that will cost $15. read more

The price has increased again, and is now $5 per person. I think it's absolute lunacy to expect a parent with two children to spend $15 dollars on a two minute lap around the food court. I told my children "absolutely not," and led them to the play area. I will continue to do so until the price becomes more reasonable. Obviously, it won't, given the demographic of the mall. It's a shame that parents are being gouged this way. Approximately 16 people can ride this train at a time. With a two minute ride, and three minutes to get people on and off, the operator is rating $960/hour. On what planet is that reasonable? read more

The cost of the ride ($5 per person) is exorbitant. The train ride situated right outside the free play area should be provided as a service by the mail to families. I'm sure the mall would not tolerate the price gauging that currently exists by the train company if it were to step up and broker a more reasonable price. As it stands now, the train looks to operates at perhaps 10-20% capacity on a routine basis. If the cost was more reasonable, it would provide a more usable service to the community. Adults must accompany small children, which add to the operator's profits. As it operates today, both Tysons Corner Mall and the Express Train company appear to be greedy scrooges preying on the local community. I think that they can and should do better for their customers, and until they do, the train should be boycotted. read more