VIA Rail - Train Travel Across Canada

From coast to coast, through mountains, prairies, forests and skylines, VIA Rail invites you to take the journey of your dreams. Enjoy a unique perspective on Canada with modern attractions and natural views unchanged since the first trains rolled through in the era of steam. At the same time, you'll have all the comfort and convenience of modern rail.

Step into one of the well-appointed cars and get carried away to another world of travel that's free of the stresses of reading maps and navigating highway traffic and endless lineups and confinement of air transport. VIA Rail would like to show you everything our country has to offer by train. It's the vacation experience dreams are made of.

THE VIA RAIL EXPERIENCE

Including VIA Rail in your holiday plans offers spectacular experiences involving convenient travel and beautiful views, however, you may also want to learn more about what to expect while on the trains. We have put together detailed descriptions, pictures and diagrams that answers many of the questions you may have about travelling with VIA Rail. Read through the links below to find out more.

ROUTES & SERVICE CLASSES

VIA Rail has 10 routes covering different regions of Canada. Each route services several cities or towns. Passengers can choose to travel along the entire route or between certain cities. VIA Rail offers a range of service classes throughout its many routes. The the premier service class option for each route has a specific name and list of services and amenities. The names of these service classes are listed below next to the route that they are offered on. Each link provides you with details and descriptions of the amenities offered.

Destinations & Scenery
Detailed information about each region of Canada serviced by VIA Rail, as well as, pictures and descriptions of the views from the trains...MORE

What to Expect Onboard
Detailed information, pictures and diagrams about onboard accommodations, décor, amenities, meals, and entertainment...MORE

Canadian

From coast to peaks, plains to lakes

Silver & Blue Class
An elegant cruise on rails

Locations
Vancouver, Jasper, Toronto

Skeena

Into the heart of the Rockies

Totem & Totem Deluxe Class
Exploring the mountains in comfort and class

Locations
Jasper, Prince George, Prince Rupert

Corridor

Historic sites to modern city skylines

VIA 1 Class
Riding in comfort and sophistication

Locations
Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls, Windsor

Malahat

Discover Vancouver Island!

Comfort Class
Carefree and comfortable travel

Locations
Victoria, Nanaimo, Courtenay

Ocean

To Canada's friendly eastern shores

Easterly Class
Take in a Maritime Learning Experience

Locations
Montréal, Eastern Quebec, New Brunswick, Halifax

Chaleur

On the coast of the Gaspé Peninsula

Comfort Sleeper
Taking it easy along the way

Locations
Montreal, St. Lawrence River, Gaspe

Hudson Bay

In the heart of the prairies

Comfort Class & Comfort Sleeper
Rest easy while surrounding yourself with miles of wilderness

Locations
Winnipeg, Churchill

BOOKING RAIL TICKETS

We provide a VIA Rail ticketing service available to anyone wishing to travel by VIA Rail. Our train travel specialists are here to assist you in booking VIA rail tickets all across Canada.

	Simple point to point ticketing services for all VIA Rail trains
	Advice regarding traveling by train and recommendations for selecting routes and services
	Price guarantee for all regular fare tickets
	Quick and easy e-ticketing procedures
	Optional add-ons for hotel nights, sightseeing tours, dinner reservations, etc.
	Knowledgeable and helpful sales staff who specialists in Canadian Rail Travel

VACATION PACKAGES

We offer a wide selection of holidays in all parts of Canada that include VIA Rail in the travel plans. All of our VIA Rail packages and custom vacations combine train transportation, hotels, and sightseeing opportunities. Some of these vacations also offer cruises, road trips, wildlife and nature viewing and city getaways.

Click here to visit the VIA Rail vacation package section

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