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Via Rail

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Based On 1280 Reviews

4.8/5

Average Customer Score
Based On 1280 Reviews

Overview

For those looking for a Canadian adventure by train, VIA Rail’s extensive network means you can travel right across Canada from Vancouver to Halifax – via Jasper, Toronto and Montreal – in just 6 days. With shorter routes also available including Winnipeg to Churchill, Montreal to Québec City or Jasper to Prince Rupert, each offering the chance to kick back and relax and making the journey part of your holiday experience.

As specialists in tailor-made travel we can help you create an itinerary exactly to suit you. Whether you’re looking for a short hop by train between cities or an extended rail holiday across Canada, our team are on hand to help plan your holiday.

Rosie in Canada A room with a view. Take in Vancouver from above by hopping aboard an iconic floatplane and ogling at splendid views of the City, Stanley Park, and the gorgeous Gulf Islands.
VIA Rail's 'The Canadian'

Vancouver-Toronto: The Canadian

The Canadian is VIA Rail’s classic train, a renovated stainless steel ‘streamliner’ from the 1950s. This elegant piece of rail history crosses Canada on a 4-night journey between Vancouver and Toronto, and features air conditioning, a café car, lounge car and access to the viewing dome car. All meals, prepared fresh each day by VIA Rail chefs, are served in your assigned dining car.

Overnight sleeping options

Montreal-Halifax: The Ocean

Eastern Canada is serviced by The Ocean train, connecting Halifax, Nova Scotia to Montreal in Québec. Travelling through the forests of New Brunswick, this is an enjoyable 2-day, 1-night rail journey.

Economy Class
Stretch out in your large comfortable seat and take in the splendid scenery from large picture windows. Snacks and drinks may be purchased from the convenient circulating trolleys, or visit the Skyline Car with its lounge, café and take-away service. At night, lower the lights, raise your footrest and recline in complete comfort. Blankets and pillows are available to purchase on board.

Sleeper Plus Class
Located in the sleeper car, here you will find a private cabin for two featuring a couch or armchairs which convert to a bed by night, complete with a down duvet. Many cabins feature a private shower and meals are included in the elegant dining car (alcohol at additional cost). The large window is perfect for watching scenery drift by; alternatively Sleep Plus passengers have access to the Park Car, which boasts two stylish lounges.

canada via rail the skeena route

Prince-Rupert-Jasper: The Skeena

The Skeena travels between the Rocky Mountain resort of Jasper and the coastal town of Prince Rupert. The journey is broken with an overnight stay at Prince George – please note that accommodation here is not included in your rail fare.

Choose the relaxing ambience and attentive service of budget travel in Economy Class (available all year), or upgrade to Touring Class to enjoy sweeping views from the extra-large panoramic windows of the Panorama car at your seat (summer only). Touring class passengers also benefit from  a complimentary selection of hot and cold meals.

canada via rail the corridor route ontario

Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal-Québec City: The Corridor

A rail journey is the ideal way to enjoy a short hop between cities and The Corridor provides useful connections between the major attractions of Ontario and Québec.

Economy Class seats offer true stretch-out comfort, complete with foot-rests and reclining seat backs. A snack and beverage service is offered at your seat or from the snack counter. Alternatively choose Business Class for advance seat selection and pre-boarding privileges, use of the Panorama Lounges in Montréal, Dorval, Ottawa and Toronto, plus a complimentary bar and meal service.