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INTRODUCTION

Traveling across Canada is a dream, and our best selling rail trips across Canada combines Rocky Mountaineer and the iconic VIA Rail Canadian Train.

Travel from the east coast to the west on our canadian trails rail across canada package from toronto to vancouver., ride across the country on via rail from toronto to jasper, then take your choice of tours in the rockies before boarding rocky mountaineer in goldleaf service from banff to vancouver. .

Itinerary at a Glance

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 Toronto to Jasper | VIA Rail This morning, check in at Toronto’s Union Station and board VIA Rail’s ‘Canadian’ for the famous train journey across the prairies to the Canadian Rockies. Step back in time to the days of classic rail travel, riding in the original stainless steel ‘streamliner’ railcars made famous by the ‘Canadian’ in the 1950s. Each has been restored with air conditioning, a café car, lounge car, and access to the dome car. Today is spent crossing the scenic lake lands and forests of Ontario. (brunch & dinner included)

Day 2 On-board VIA Rail Watch the scenery change as you enter Manitoba and travel through the prairies and great plains of Canada. (breakfast, lunch & dinner included)

Day 3 On-board VIA Rail Continue west through the breadbasket of Canada: Manitoba and Saskatchewan each have golden wheat fields stretching as far as the eye can see. (breakfast, lunch & dinner included)

Day 4 Arrive Jasper | VIA Rail Step off the "Canadian" train and take a deep breath – you’re here in the Canadian Rockies and the crisp mountain air is invigorating. After an orientation of this scenic mountain town we will take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 5 Jasper to Lake Louise | Sightseeing with picnic lunch Your sightseeing tour today will encompass the ultimate glacier exploration as you travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. From walking on ancient ice at the Glacier Adventure (included), to standing on a glass platform almost one thousand feet in the air at the Glacier Skywalk (included), today’s experiences will leave you with a special appreciation for this treasured region of the Rockies. (picnic lunch included today)

Day 6 Lake Louise to Banff | Coach Depart Lake Louise mid-morning for a short drive via the scenic Bow Valley to Banff, arriving midday.

Day 7 Banff | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 5 Excursions Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions. Option 1. Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola Discover Banff's natural wonders on this half-day, small-group tour. Marvel at sights like Bow Falls, Hoodoos rock formation, and Lake Minnewanka. Conclude your exploration with a relaxing gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain's peak, maximizing your views of Banff National Park effortlessly. Enjoy the enchanting beauty of these landmarks with minimum exertion. Option 2. Banff National Park Explorer Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Join this small group tour for a curated experience of Banff National Park's highlights, with the added chance to spot wildlife through expert local guidance. Enjoy unhindered access to Moraine Lake & Lake Louise, spending over 11/2 hours at each, discovering hidden gems and serene trails. The final phase of the tour is tailor-made in Banff by your guide, considering recent wildlife sightings and your interests, ensuring the day concludes on a high note. Option 3. Rockies Hidden Gems Yoho & Kootenay National Parks | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch Avoid the crowds with this full-day adventure in the Kootenay and Yoho National Parks, featuring picturesque waterfalls and Canadian Rockies views. Start with a relaxing stroll in Kootenay National Park's Marble Canyon, marveling at turquoise glacial waters and striking canyon walls. Enjoy Emerald Lake's neon blue waters, where optional canoe rentals, hiking trails, and lakeside picnics are available. The day concludes with a visit to Canada's 2nd tallest waterfall, Takakkaw Falls, accessible through backroads offering mountain vistas and wildlife sightings. Option 4. Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner Saddle up for a ride along the Bow River in Banff and a Western style cookout. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon through the beautiful Rocky Mountain terrain. Option 5. Signature Guided Hike | Small Group Hike with Picnic Lunch Experience the best of Rocky Mountain National Parks' backcountry with our curated hiking tours. Revel in spring's wildflowers, summer's clear glacier views, and the golden hues of fall's larch trees. Our passionate local guides will lead you on classic hikes in the Banff and Lake Louise area, including Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Kootenay National Park Trails, and Plain of 6 Glaciers. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty across seasons in the Rockies.

Day 8 Banff to Kamloops | Rocky Mountaineer All aboard Rocky Mountaineer for the scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. As the train crosses over the continental divide you pass through the spiral tunnels in Yoho National Park, a remarkable engineering achievement. Continue on through the Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park with endless views of snow capped mountains and stunning glaciers. Pass by Craigellachie, where the last spike was driven completing the Canadian Pacific Railway Trans Canada link in 1885.(breakfast & lunch is included today)

Day 9 Kamloops to Vancouver | Rocky Mountaineer Re-board the train and follow the Thompson River through Ashcroft - one of Canada’s driest towns (with an average rainfall of just 18 centimetres). Pass through Rainbow Canyon with its cliffs striped with pinks, greens and greys creating a stunning effect. The last leg of the journey takes you through the lush farming region of the Fraser Valley to arrive in the Pacific port of Vancouver late afternoon. (breakfast & lunch is included today)

Package Includes:

• VIA Rail onboard accommodation for 3 nights
• Rocky Mountaineer Train between Banff and Vancouver
• 1 night accommodation in Jasper
• 1 night accommodation in Lake Louise
• 2 nights accommodation in Banff
• 1 night accommodation in Kamloops provided by Rocky Mountaineer
• Taxi transfers in Banff
• Meet & Greet Jasper with Orientation of Town
• Full day tour between Jasper and Lake Louise with picnic lunch
• Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier
• Glacier Skywalk
• Scheduled coach transfer from Lake Louise to Banff
• Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour + Banff Gondola
• Banff National Park Explorer Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch
• Rockies Hidden Gems Yoho & Kootenay National Parks | Small Group Tour with Picnic Lunch
• Cowboy Horseback Cookout BBQ Lunch or Dinner
• Signature Guided Hike | Small Group Hike with Picnic Lunch
• Meals as per itinerary
• National Park fees

Hotel & Rail Information | Moderate Grade

• VIA Rail | Upper/Lower Semi Private Bedroom
• Jasper - Moderate Hotel | Standard Room
• Lake Louise - Lake Louise Inn | Summit Deluxe Queen Room
• Banff - Elk+Avenue Hotel | Standard Room
• Kamloops - Moderate Hotel | Provided by Rocky Mountaineer
• Rocky Mountaineer Train | SilverLeaf Service

Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade

• VIA Rail | Cabin
• Jasper - Forest Park Hotel | Woodland Balcony or Alpine Room
• Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Room
• Banff - Banff Caribou Lodge | Superior Room

Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Grade

• Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Deluxe Room
• Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Fairmont Lakeview Room
• Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Room
• Rocky Mountaineer Train | GoldLeaf Service

Hotel & Rail Information | Deluxe Plus Grade

• Jasper - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge | Premier Deluxe Room
• Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise | Deluxe Lakeview Room
• Banff - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel | Deluxe Mountainview Room

Not Included

• Activities other than specified
• Meals other than specified
• Portage fees

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DATES & PRICING

Departs from Toronto: Sunday & Wednesday (Tour Code: TR59)

STAY AT THESE HOTELS ON THIS RAIL VACATION

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Banff Caribou Lodge

Lake Louise Inn

Forest Park Hotel Jasper

Elk Avenue Hotel

Lobstick Lodge

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We have just come back from our tour Canada. We had a great time. Thanks Canada Rail Vacations, especially to Karen for putting together and planning such a trouble free, smooth running package to make our visit even more unforgettable. Every place we have been to have been carved very deeply in our memories. We fell in love with the Rockies, its wild life, ice fields, beautiful towns and the friendly people. We definitely want to come back and we know who to contact.

Lutfu Istanbul

Thanks for a great holiday. The Rockies and Eastern Canada - awesome, Victoria- beautiful. Whistler- magic. All the itinerary was excellent. Well done team!!

Mark Sydney, Australia

We had a wonderful time, everything was perfect. We would recommend trips organized by Canada Rail Vacations to anyone who is interested in actively exploring parts of the country. Many thanks for an outstanding job.

Astrid Ottawa, Canada

We would like to express our appreciation for a wonderful trip arranged through Kris, Canada Rail Vacations. From start to finish it was an ideal trip for us to enjoy Canada scenery, atmosphere and hospitality. We were afforded the right amount of activity for the trip yet relaxing. The suggested route from Calgary to Jasper was just spectacular. The hotels we stayed in are in town. And of course the train ride is A plus. Again Thank you.

Manuel United States

Paulina booked an amazing Canada for my family. This was so easy to arrange. I just told her what we wanted to do and the time frame we had. She got back to me within a day with an outline of what she had arranged and shortly after that, I had a finalized tour. The price was very reasonable for the tour. This was an A++ experience and I'll definitely use Canada Rail Vacations for our next trip to Canada.

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It's one of the world's greatest train journeys.  A trans-continental train called the Canadian links Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper & Vancouver twice a week all year round, operated by VIA Rail Canada, Canada's national train operator.  The whole journey takes 4 nights and the train consists of the original stainless-steel coaches built for the Canadian Pacific Railway's Canadian in 1954-55.  You can travel very affordably in Economy class in a reclining seat, or in Sleeper Plus class with a private sleeping-car room and restaurant car meals included.  And there are deluxe Prestige class sleepers too, introduced in 2014.  Crossing Canada by train is an amazing experience, as this page will show.

Timetable westbound 2024

Timetable eastbound 2024, notes for timetable.

You can check times & fares for a specific date & find a timetable covering every stopping point at www.viarail.ca .

Remember this train crosses 4 time zones, all times are local time!  On-board announcements will tell you when to put your clocks forward or back.

Allow for delays!   The Canadian shares tracks with freight trains and can run late, meaning hours not minutes.  Do not book any onward train, bus or flight in the 24 hours after scheduled arrival so you can travel stress free and take things in your stride.  However, the current significantly slower timetable was introduced in July 2018, designed to ease the delay problem.  Indeed, since July 2018 the Canadian can now arrive an hour or two early, although you can remain on board until scheduled arrival time.  But still, don't book any onward connections within 24h!

Train connection between Ottawa, Montreal & Toronto:  See here .

Train connection between New York & Toronto:  See here .

Bus/ferry connection between Vancouver & Victoria BC:  See here .

How much does it cost ?

At the time of writing, 1 USD = 1.3 CAD.  £1 = 1.6 CAD.

How to buy tickets

Option 1, buy at www.viarail.ca

When Select class and fare plan appears, select discounted or Escape fare against the type of accommodation you want, assuming you want the cheapest fare and are happy with limited or no changes or refunds.

You can buy tickets between any two stations.  Booking opens 11 months (331 days) in advance.  You print your own tickets.

Payment problems on viarail.ca?

There are recent reports of VIA's payment system refusing non-Canadian cards.  One theory is that they have a standard for card verification higher than most foreign cards.

Option 2, buy at Omio.com

If you have problems with viarail.ca and only want to book economy class, you can easily buy tickets at Omio.com in multiple currencies & languages, with no payment problems.  However, Omio can't book sleepers.

To buy tickets by phone , call VIA Rail on 1 888 VIA-RAIL (1 888 842-7245).

Book a package with Amtrak Vacations

VIA Rail & Amtrak specialists Amtrak Vacations can customise a tour package for you on the Canadian , either within Canada or adding travel from the United States.

Lines are open 09:00-22:00 Monday-Friday & 09:00-17:30 Saturday, Eastern Time.

Book a package with Railbookers

Train travel specialist Railbookers can arrange a holiday or tour with travel on the Canadian , with trains, stopovers, hotels, transfers & flights.  They have offices in the UK, USA & Australia.

Book an escorted tour with GRJ

What's the train like , economy class seats.

Economy class usually consists of two seats cars and a skyline lounge/dome car up front immediately behind the locomotives & baggage car.  Economy Class seats cars have comfortable reclining seats with a 40 degree recline, leg-rest and loads of legroom.  All seats have a power outlet and you can buy a blanket & pillow set from the skyline car if you haven't brought your own.  An Economy class seat costs a fraction of the price of a Sleeper Plus berth, and with a coffee shop, lounge area and observation dome, the facilities in Economy class are still excellent.  It's an experience streets ahead of a flight, and vastly more comfortable than a bus.  My advice?  Break up the trip with stopovers in Winnipeg & Jasper if you don't want to spend 4 nights in a row in a seat. 

Economy class skyline car

The skyline car has a lounge at one end, tables & chairs at the other, an observation dome in the centre with attendant's galley underneath.  In the skyline you can buy tea, coffee, Canadian red & white wine by the glass, spirits, beer, snacks & microwaved hot meals.  Seats in the dome are first-come first-served, it's not normally a problem to find a seat up there, although you're asked not to hog dome seats for the whole trip and give others a go.  Incidentally, some skyline cars still have the older 1990s blue interior as shown here, others have the newer 2000s green & brown interior as shown here .

Sleeper Plus class

The majority of the train is Sleeper Plus class, formerly called Silver & Blue class and then briefly Sleeper Touring Class.  Sleeper Plus class consists of a number of Manor class sleeping-cars, serviced by a skyline lounge/dome car and a restaurant car.  In summer you may find two skyline/restaurant car pairs, termed A & B, each serving a neighbouring series of sleeping-cars.  In Sleeper Plus class you have your own sleeping-berth in either an open-plan section, a single-berth roomette or a 2-berth bedroom , the fare includes all meals in the elegant Sleeper Plus restaurant car, complimentary tea, coffee & morning juice in the skyline car.  After 16:00 every day you can use the famous Park car, with its full-service bar, dome and bullet lounge, although the Park car is restricted to Prestige class passengers between 06:00 & 16:00.  You can also use the business class lounge at Toronto Union Station.  Below, Manor class sleeping-car Bliss Manor at Saskatoon...

Sections = open-plan seats that convert to bunks

Described on the VIA Rail website as upper berth and lower berth but more traditionally called sections , these are the cheapest type of sleeper.  Sections are not enclosed compartments, but open-plan seats arranged in pairs facing each other each side of the aisle, see the photo below left.  The person with the slightly more expensive lower berth gets the seat facing forward during the day.  At night, the attendant makes up the berths by pulling the two seats together and placing a mattress & bedding on them to form the lower berth, and an upper berth folds out from the wall - see the photo below right.  Heavy curtains are then fitted to each bunk for privacy.  There's a shower & toilets nearby, clean towels, soap & shampoo are all provided.  Incidentally, if you've seen Marilyn Monroe in Some Like it Hot , then you'll have seen sections - the girl band travels from Chicago to Florida in a sleeping-car with sections.  Bring your own Marilyn...

Tip:  One downside of sections, apart from the lack of privacy when in day mode, is that there are no power sockets, but you can usually recharge your phone, laptop or camera using sockets in the skyline lounge or table areas. 

Roomettes for one person  360º photo day    360º photo night

A roomette is a fully-enclosed lockable compartment, described on the VIA Rail website as a cabin for 1 .  They're a significant step up in privacy & price from a section .  Each Manor class sleeping-car has four roomettes at one end, with the train always marshalled so that the seats face forward.  A roomette is very compact, just big enough for a large armchair with plenty of legroom, opposite a padded leg-rest with a toilet bowl hidden underneath.  There's a small washbasin in the corner, with hot & cold taps plus a drinking water tap with cups provided.  The bed is stored vertically behind the seat, and at night it hinges down to fill most of the roomette as you can see below right.  The bed tapers, so with the bed lowered there's just about room to stand next to the bed with the door closed.  However, heavy curtains are provided in the doorway so you can keep the door open and back into the corridor to get in and out of bed, hidden by the curtains.  You need to raise the bed again to use the toilet underneath the footrest, but if you prefer you can use the public toilets at the other end of the sleeping-car.  There's a hot shower in each sleeping-car - clean towels, soap & shampoo are all provided in your roomette.  Each roomette also comes with tissues, two power sockets and an electric fan.

Bedrooms for two people   360º photo day    360º photo night

A bedroom is a fully-enclosed lockable compartment for two people, described on the VIA Rail website as a cabin for 2 .  Each Manor sleeping-car has six bedrooms, lettered A to F.  Each bedroom has a sink with hot and cold water, a drinking water tap (cups provided), and a small en suite toilet.  By day, you sit in two comfortable free-standing armchairs.  In the evening the sleeper attendant will fold down the lower berth, stored on its end on the corridor side of the compartment, and lower the upper berth from the ceiling.  The armchairs fold up to fit under the lower berth.  There's a hot shower in each sleeping-car - clean towels, soap & shampoo are all provided in your bedroom.  Each bedroom also comes with tissues, two power sockets and an electric fan.

Tip:  Bedroom F is larger than the other rooms and in Canadian Pacific days was sold as a 'compartment', a higher-priced tier of accommodation than 'bedroom'.  VIA Rail now make no distinction, so if booking by phone or at a station, ask if a bedroom F is available as it means more room for no extra cost.  However, it can't be specified online. 

Tip:  Partitions between adjacent bedrooms can be removed to make a family suite for 4 people.  The partition is on the 'bed' side of the compartment, so bedrooms A & B connect, C & D connect, and E & F connect.

Restaurant car

There's a restaurant car - two restaurant cars in summer and at other busy times of year - for Sleeper Plus and Prestige passengers, with meals included in the fare.  Soft drinks & wine cost extra in Sleeper Plus, but are included in Prestige.  The restaurant car serves three meals a day, in the eastbound direction (Train 2) this is breakfast, lunch & dinner, but in the westbound direction (Train 1, at least at the time of writing) this is continental breakfast 06:30-09:00 (no cooked dishes available other than hot oatmeal), brunch 10:30 to 13:30 (with a choice of a cooked breakfast or a couple of more lunch-like dishes including a vegetarian option), then dinner with two or three sittings, typically at 6pm & 8pm in winter, or at 5pm, 7pm & 9pm in summer and at other busy times of year.  Dinner comes with a choice of starter (typically soup of the day or salad), a choice of several main courses including a vegetarian option, and a couple of dessert options.  Reports suggest that they may now have resumed serving breakfast, lunch & dinner in both directions, the brunch idea not having proved popular.

Table reservations:   For breakfast & lunch there are no table reservations, you go along at any time during serving hours and ask to be seated.  If the restaurant is full you'll be asked to wait in the adjacent skyline car and called when a table is free.  Table reservations must be made for lunch (eastbound only) & dinner (both directions).  You'll usually be asked which dinner sitting you'd like during the preceding brunch/lunch service, but for the first night when leaving Toronto, restaurant car staff set up a table to take dinner reservations inside the Union Station VIA business lounge after you check in, before the train boards.

Tip:   In summer, the 7pm sitting is the most popular, but Prestige class passengers get first choice so it fills up fast.  Have a choice ready between 5pm & 9pm!

Skyline car

There's a skyline lounge/dome car for Sleeper Plus passengers next to the restaurant car, or next to each restaurant car when the train runs with two of them.  The skyline car has a lounge at the forward end, tables & chairs at the rear end, an observation dome in the centre with attendant's galley underneath.  A side corridor links the lounge area with the table area passing under the dome, down two steps, along past the galley, then up two steps.  At one end of the tables area is a complimentary tea & coffee station, you'll also find juice, biscuits and pastries here in the morning.  In the skyline you can buy Canadian red & white wine by the glass, spirits, beer, snacks & soft drinks, just ask the attendant.  Incidentally, the photos below show a skyline car refurbished in the 2000s with the newer green & brown interior, but others still have the older 1990s blue interior as shown here .  Activities are held in the skyline from time to time, such as talks on landscape or wildlife, and wine & beer tastings.

Tip:  Seats in the dome are first-come first-served, it's not normally a problem to find a seat up there, although you're asked not to hog dome seats for the whole trip and let others have a go.  However, travelling westbound, grab a dome seat early on departure from Jasper into the Rockies as that's when they fill up...

Prestige class .   See 360° photo

VIA Rail introduced a new luxury class on the Canadian in 2014, called Prestige class.  Prestige class consists of one or two Chateau class sleeping-cars that have been completely gutted and rebuilt with an all-new interior.  Prestige passengers travel in hotel-standard luxury bedrooms with double bed convertible to corner sofa, en suite toilet & shower, flat-screen TV with video selection, complimentary mini-bar and an extra-large window.  Prestige passengers use the same restaurant car as Sleeper Plus passengers, meals and drinks are included and they get first choice of sitting.  Two Prestige class sleeper compartments and a wheelchair-accessible compartment are housed in the Park car at the rear of the train with its bullet lounge, dome and full-service bar, exclusively for Prestige class passengers from 06:00-16:00 every day.

The Park car

At the rear of the train is the Park car, the Canadian's signature vehicle.  18 Park cars were built in 1954-55 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, all named after famous Canadian national parks.  The Park car features (1) the Bullet Lounge at the very rear providing great views back along the track, with complimentary tea & coffee, (2) a raised observation dome and (3) a full-service bar with tables & chairs underneath the dome.  The forward end of the car also houses two Prestige class sleeper compartments and a wheelchair-accessible sleeper compartment.  The Park cars used on the Canadian have been refurbished to top quality Prestige class standards, and the Park car is in effect the bar/dome/lounge car for Prestige class passengers.

Access to the Park car:   In the peak season (from the end of April to mid-October) Prestige class passengers get exclusive access to the Park car 06:00-16:00 every day.  Sleeper Plus passengers may only visit the Park car outside these restricted times and even then, labels on many dome seats say 'Reserved for Prestige class passengers'.  In winter, Sleeper Plus passengers have unrestricted access to the Park car and only a couple of rows of dome seats are likely to be reserved for Prestige class passengers.

What's the journey like ?

The Canadian spans Canada from Toronto to the Pacific, an epic trans-continental journey which can be divided geographically (and scenically) into 3 distinct parts:  (1)  The lakes, fir trees and rocky outcrops of the great Canadian Shield from Toronto to Winnipeg, (2)  the rolling Prairies from Winnipeg to Jasper, and (3) the Rockies from Jasper to Vancouver.  I've seen some Tripadvisor posts claim you should fly to Jasper and just do the Rockies - a completely mistaken view, as every part of this epic train ride has it's own scenic and historical interest.  Indeed, I sometimes think that I like the two day journey across the Shield almost as much as the day through the Rockies, perhaps because no-one tells you how lovely the Shield is before you go.  Well, I'm telling you now.  And as you'll read below, the most jaw-dropping part of the Rockies experience was approaching Jasper from the east, an experience you won't get if you only travel from Jasper westwards.

Part 1:  The great Canadian Shield

From just west of Toronto to just east of Winnipeg, the train traverses the Great Canadian Shield, a sparsely-populated area of lakes and forests interspersed with outcrops of igneous rock - see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Shield .  It's a lovely area, taking 2 days to cross.

Part 2:  The Prairies

The scenery now changes dramatically.  From just east of Winnipeg to a little way west of Edmonton, the train crosses the wide open Prairies of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Prairies .

Part 3:  The Rockies

The Man in Seat 61 says:   "The morning after leaving Edmonton, I awoke around 7am.  I lifted the blind a few inches and saw no mountains, just endless trees.  Odd, I'd thought we'd be in the Rockies by now.  Leaving wife and kids asleep, I dressed and headed for the skyline car.  I poured myself a coffee and juice from the coffee station, grabbed a Danish pastry and climbed the stairs to the dome, occupied by just a handful of early risers.  I turned around, and froze.  My jaw gaped open and I almost dropped my coffee.  The view I saw is the one shown here, the train speeding through an avenue of fir trees straight for the Rocky Mountains, their eastern flank lit pink by the morning sun.  It was the defining moment of this ride on the Canadian and a sight I will never forget."

Video guide :  Toronto to Vancouver by train

A journey from Toronto to Vancouver on VIA Rail's Canadian, showing the train inside & out, the food, and the amazing scenery...

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Travel tips.

When to go?

The train operates all year round and is a great experience at any time.  However, it'll be a totally different experience in the snowy depths of winter than in the height of summer.  Maybe go more than once!

Eastbound or westbound?

It makes little difference as you'll see plenty of Rockies, Prairies & Shield scenery in either direction.  Slightly different bits are done in daylight as opposed to darkness, but not so that one direction is particularly better than the other.  However, if you have the choice I'd go westbound, as firstly that follows the history of westbound expansion across Canada and secondly you start with the Shield, then the Prairies, and finish with the highlight of the Rockies - I think that's the best order.

Can you stop off?

Yes of course, this is a regular train and you can buy tickets between any two stations on the route.  However, each leg of your journey requires a reservation for a specific train & date, you can't hop on & off without a reservation.  www.viarail.ca has a multi-city option which allows you to specify a Toronto-Vancouver journey with one or more stopovers, such as Winnipeg or Jasper (for Jasper national park).

The train stops long enough to stretch your legs at important stops such as Sioux Lookout, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper. 

WiFi  & power sockets

There's no WiFi on the Canadian , so get a mobile data package for Canada.  Mobile data reception along the route varies, you'll have an hour or two without reception, then an hour or two with it, around settlements.  You won't be out of range for long.

There are North American-style 2-pin 110v power sockets at economy seats and two sockets in Sleeper Plus bedrooms & roomettes.  There are no sockets in Sleeper Plus sections or the domes, but you'll usually find power sockets in the skyline car tables area.

Buy the Trans-Canada Rail Guide

Trailblazer's Trans-Canada Rail Guide is great if you're planning a trans-Canada train trip.  It will help you plan your journey, has city information for all the major cities served by VIA & Rocky Mountaineer, and best of all it includes mile-by-mile lineside route guides showing what to see from the train on all the main VIA Rail & Rocky Mountaineer services.  Buy online from Amazon.co.uk .  Buy from Amazon.com .

Maybe continue to Victoria, B.C.  Tea at the Empress?

Rather than end your trip in Vancouver, I'd continue to Victoria on Vancouver Island, the quaint capital of British Columbia.  Victoria feels like a worthy holiday destination, and if you can't afford to stay at the iconic Empress Hotel facing the inner harbour, at least splurge on Afternoon Tea at the Empress, a Victorian institution.  You can travel from Vancouver to Victoria by bus (which goes on a ferry for a third of the way), by once-daily catamaran ferry, or even by seaplane, see travel options here .

A bit of history

There were (and are) two competing trans-continental rail routes across Canada, Canadian Pacific and Canadian National.

The Canadian Pacific Railway opened the first trans-continental line across Canada in 1885, running from Montreal/Toronto to Vancouver via Winnipeg, Calgary, Banff & Kamloops.  Instead of taking the easiest route through the Rockies via the Yellowhead pass, political tension with the United States led them to take a more difficult (and scenic) southerly route through the Kicking Horse pass.

In 1955 Canadian Pacific introduced a fleet of futuristic stainless-steel cars with observation domes onto its premier train, the Canadian , and it is these classic cars which were rebuilt in the 1990s to operate today's VIA Rail Canadian .

The second and later line was built around 1917 by the Canadian Northern Railway, which was nationalised in 1921 as part of Canadian National Railways or 'CN' (as in CN Tower), and re-privatised in 1995.  The CN route runs from Montreal/Toronto to Vancouver to the north of the CPR route, via Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper and the easier Yellowhead pass to Kamloops & Vancouver.  It is this later CN route which is used by today's VIA Rail Canadian .

VIA Rail was formed in 1978 as a government corporation to take over the passenger trains from Canadian Pacific & Canadian National, which now only run freight trains.  Initially, VIA Rail continued to run both the CP's Canadian and the CN's Super-Continental daily on each of these two trans-continental routes, with the rolling stock getting progressively older and less reliable.  However, in 1990, these two daily trains were reduced to just one train running several times a week, the present-day Canadian from Toronto to Vancouver via the Canadian National route through Winnipeg, Edmonton and Jasper.

VIA Rail lacked the funds to buy new cars, so they completely rebuilt and upgraded the original stainless steel coaches built by Budd in 1955 for the Canadian Pacific's Canadian , making this train a real classic in its own right, albeit now running on the 'wrong' company's route.

There are now no regular passenger services at all on the original 1885 Canadian Pacific route from Toronto to Vancouver through Calgary or Banff, other than the Rocky Mountaineer tourist train which runs between Banff & Vancouver, 3 times a week from April to October.

Suggested hotels

In toronto:  fairmont royal york.

Directly across the road from Toronto's Union Station, the Fairmont Royal York Hotel is Toronto's most iconic place to stay, a personal favourite (I've stayed there several times now) and one of the world's grand hotels with over 1,000 rooms.  It was a railway hotel opened by the Canadian Pacific Railway in June 1929, at that time the tallest building in the British Empire.  The large eastern extension was completed in 1959.  It's easily the most convenient and historic place to stay before or after catching your train, yet as Toronto hotels go it's not even that expensive - so if your budget will stretch, treat yourself!  There's more historical information about the Royal York hotel at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairmont_Royal_York .

In Jasper:  Fairmont Jasper Lodge

First established in 1915 in association with the Grand Trunk Pacific Railroad, it became a Canadian National Railway hotel in the 1920s.  Bing Crosby, Marilyn Monroe, and members of the British Royal family including King George IV and the Queen have stayed here.  It's on Lake Beauvert, a 9 minute drive from Jasper station.

In Vancouver:  Fairmont Vancouver Hotel

In the centre of downtown Vancouver, next to Christ Church Cathedral and only a few blocks from the Waterfront, the Fairmont Vancouver Hotel is a former railway hotel.  It was started by Canadian National Railways but completed in partnership with rival Canadian Pacific, opened in 1939 by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.  It's another iconic Canadian chateau-style hotel, a true Vancouver landmark.  And if your budget will stretch, Fairmont won't disappoint. 

If you want something cheaper, the St Regis Hotel is also excellently located downtown and also a historic Vancouver landmark, opened in 1913.

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Toronto to Vancouver Train

Toronto to vancouver by train.

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Toronto to Vancouver Train Information

It takes an average of ​ 4 d 1 hr 15 min for having a train trip from Toronto to Vancouver, covering a distance of around 2740 miles (4411 km).

​There is normally 1 train per day travelling from Toronto to Vancouver and tickets for this journey start from $529 when you book in advance.

Toronto to Vancouver Train Schedule

Looking for the full schedule for your Toronto to Vancouver train? Please take a look at the table below to find times of earliest and latest train departures,​ fastest trip times and number of departures per day.

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The Canadian Train Toronto to Vancouver

Toronto to vancouver train classes.

There are three types of classes for travel with VIA Rail The Canadian train on Toronto to Vancouver train route: economy, sleeper plus and prestige class.

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Faq about train from toronto to vancouver.

Would you like to find out more about your trip from Toronto to Vancouver? For your convenience, we've gathered our most frequently asked questions to help you plan your trip.

IS THERE A DIRECT TRAIN BETWEEN TORONTO AND VANCOUVER ?

VIA Rail Canada, Canada's national train operator, operates a trans-continental train called the Canadian that links Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper & Vancouver, which is considered to be one of the world's greatest rail journeys.

You can check the train schedule for your journey from Toronto to Vancouver, choose departure dates that are most convenient for you, and book your tickets months or even years in advance with Rail.Ninja .

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Accommodations

11 days / 10 nights

Time on train

5 days / 3 nights

Where it goes

April – October

Your itinerary is personalized to suit your dreams and needs:

• Decide your desired budget
• Choose your own activities and experiences
• Have all the details of your trip arranged for you

The perfect train trip from Vancouver to Toronto

Combine a cross-country sleeper-train journey with the luxury of Rocky Mountaineer’s daylight sightseeing train. Enjoy the convenience and comfort of train travel on this trip across Canada.

Your Questions Answered

Find out what is included in your trip and have all your questions answered. We are here to help.

What’s Included

Frequently asked questions, is this an escorted tour.

Our vacations are not typically ‘escorted.’ You are not tied into a specific group, or a rigid daily itinerary but rather have the freedom of ‘independent’ travel.

This allows you, with the help of our Canadian Insiders, to personalize your trip to suit your occasion, interests, timeframe and budget. We’ll guide you through the process and provide the reassurance of seamless connections, customer service support, and scheduled activities tailored to your taste.

Can I customize this trip?

Your trip can be as rich as you’d like, and completely arranged around your interests and needs. The greatest benefit of working with us is our local knowledge. You can customize your trip and decide what you’d like to see and do.

If your trip is a special occasion, we’ll make sure it is unforgettable. Or if you’re traveling with a group, we’ll take care of the logistics so you can share time together stress-free.

Can I modify the trip's length by spending more or less time at certain locations?

Absolutely! We personalize all our clients’ trips to fit their exact tastes and needs. You can add days at locations that you’d like to explore and spend more time at. Or leave out certain areas that don’t interest you as much. Discuss your travel goals with our Vacation Advisors who make sure that your trip fits your needs and budget.

Where do I stay on my trip?

We partner with many hotels across the country that offer a variety of service levels and unique experiences. Choosing a hotel is based on local availability and personal preference, and our Insiders will help you find the perfect place to rest your head so that you can have the best experience possible.

On some trips, I see hotels referred to as Comfort, Superior, and Deluxe. What is that?

On some of our trips, you’ll see that we categorize our hotel rooms by Comfort, Superior and Deluxe class, which generally translates into the traditional 3-, 4- or 5-star designation (equivalent to Best Western, Sheraton and Fairmont). However, sometimes we use the same hotel for more than one category and distinguish the room by size, floor level or view.

Our Comfort Level hotels include our favorite 3 star hotels, in great locations and with excellent service.

Our Superior Level hotels provide amazing value for clients wanting something more upscale but not at the price of a top-end 5 star resort. Superior level hotels are some of our favorites because of the character and unique charm that you won't find at the average chain hotel.

In Deluxe Level hotels, it's likely you'll be staying at one of the iconic Canadian Fairmont Hotels in a room with a view. Built for the Canadian Pacific Railway in the early 20th century, these hotels are luxurious and full of history – ensuring an experience you'll never forget.

What amenities will my hotel have?

Hotel amenities can vary by property, so your Vacation Advisor will discuss what’s most important to you, such as air conditioning, parking, laundry, swimming pool, spa, onsite restaurants, or 24-hour room service.

How much does my trip cost?

All our trips are personalized to fit our clients’ schedule and budget. The price of your trip generally depends on the travel season, train service, accommodations, and the sightseeing tours you take. When you request a quote you’ll be provided with the detailed information you need

Am I on the train the whole time?

Most of our trips include stops to get off the train to explore Canada’s beautiful locations, national parks and unique cities. However, if you’re keen to maximize your time onboard, we’ll pair you up with the perfect train experience.

Where do I sleep on the train?

All of our overnight train journeys feature a private cabin on board the train. In addition, you'll typically enjoy the train's viewing areas, common lounges, and dining cars where you can socialize with fellow travelers.

What is the Rocky Mountaineer experience like?

Rocky Mountaineer operates daylight touring trains, which travel along three of the most spectacular routes in Western Canada. You’ll enjoy onboard commentary, award winning service, and incredible food.

What are the unique features of SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf on Rocky Mountaineer and Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail?

Rocky Mountaineer is a daylight sightseeing train. After spending the day on the train, you will sleep in a hotel overnight then re-board the train the next day. Gourmet meals are served onboard. You can choose between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf service. SilverLeaf includes an assigned seat in a single-level dome car, while GoldLeaf includes an assigned seat in the upper level of a bi-level dome car. GoldLeaf has a dining area on the lower level and an exclusive outdoor viewing area.

Sleeper Plus Class is available on VIA Rail's Canadian train. Sleeper Plus includes a private cabin with comfortable daytime seating. At night, this seating converts into retractable beds. In addition to your private cabin, you enjoy meals in the dining car and access to the train's viewing cars.

For more information on the features of these trains and the different service levels, please reach out to our local travel experts.

How long is the journey from Vancouver to Toronto?

Our Vancouver to Toronto Train Tour is an 11-day, 10-night trip. It includes a 2-day Rocky Mountaineer train journey from Vancouver to Banff and a 3-night sleeper-train experience from Jasper to Toronto.

Are all meals and drinks included?

Meals onboard VIA Rail’s Canadian train are included (Sleeper Plus class). Two breakfasts and two lunches are included on the Rocky Mountaineer. All other meals throughout the trip are not included, unless mentioned in the trip itinerary.

Is the train equipped with accessible cabins or features for those with mobility needs?

Some trains can accommodate guests with mobility or accessibility needs, though this depends on your specific needs and requirements. Please contact your vacation advisor to discuss your options and what will work best for you.

What kind of physical activities or excursions are offered during the trip? Do they accommodate all activity levels?

Our itineraries allow you to choose your preferred activities and excursions in each location. Many of our guests are very active, some are serious adventurers, and some simply want to relax. Let us know your adventure level and we will find activities to suit you.

What’s the luggage allowance for your trips?

The amount of luggage you choose to bring is completely up to you and will depend on the length of your trip, the travel season, and your chosen activities. You’ll want to make sure you have a day bag or small carry-on available for when you travel on the train.

Do you have any testimonials or reviews from past passengers I can read?

Yes! You can find the reviews for this trip in the What our customers say section further down this page, or go to our reviews page to see what past travellers said about planning their Canadian vacation with Fresh Tracks Canada.

Sample Itinerary

Arrive in Vancouver

Welcome to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, surrounded by towering mountains and the sparkling ocean.   

Bypass the crowds and start making the most of your vacation. A friendly driver welcomes you to the city. 

Dine at one of our favourite harbourside restaurants. Watch seaplanes land and enjoy views of the North Shore Mountains.

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Vancouver to Kamloops

All aboard! Settle into your seat while the smell of breakfast wafts from the galley. A small jolt announces you are on your way — look forward to a day of spectacular scenery.

• Motorcoach Transfer to Train Station

Rocky Mountaineer daylight trains feature glass-dome cars with oversized windows, gourmet meals, and friendly, attentive staff. Ask your Vacation Advisor about the differences between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf.  

Rocky Mountaineer Train - Kamloops to Banff

After your overnight stay in Kamloops, wake up refreshed and ready for another day of breathtaking beauty. Arrive in the small mountain town of Banff this evening. 

• Motorcoach Transfer to Hotel

Explore Banff National Park

Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rocky Mountain air and explore Banff National Park in your chosen way. 

Discover Banff’s folklore and natural history on a small group tour, then ride the gondola up to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.  

Discover the beauty of Yoho National Park on an exclusive full-day tour. Crossing the Continental Divide, see the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, and Natural Bridge. Stop at Moraine Lake (when road access permits), then visit Lake Louise. Return to Banff later this afternoon.

• Banff History Walking Tour

Icefields Parkway - Banff to Jasper

Today is an all-day trip down the spine of the Canadian Rockies, on one of the most spectacular roads in the world, with lots to do along the way. 

On this full-day sightseeing tour, walk on the Athabasca Glacier, stop for lunch, and step bravely out onto the Columbia Icefield Skywalk.

VIA Rail - Depart Jasper

Board The Canadian train in Jasper and begin your eastward journey to Toronto.

Expert guides will help you get some great shots of Jasper on this tour, as the early morning light illuminates the park's mirror-like lakes and snow-capped peaks. 

• Transfer from Hotel to Train Station

Watch the changing scenery from the train's viewing cars and enjoy hot meals in the dining car. Ask your Vacation Advisor about the differences between Sleeper Plus Class and Prestige Class.

VIA Rail - Canadian Prairies

Make your way across the undulating plains of the Prairie provinces — Saskatchewan and Manitoba. 

VIA Rail - Ontario

Awake in the province of Ontario and travel through the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield. 

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• Departure dates;
• Suggestions for personalizing your trip.

Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel

The Coast Coal Harbour Hotel is close to Vancouver Harbour and Stanley Park, with views of the North Shore mountains available from some floors. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, whirlpool, spa services, fitness centre and on-site restaurant.

Rimrock Resort Hotel

Built into the side of a mountain, the Rimrock Resort Hotel sits high above Banff town and provides guests with spectacular views of the Bow River Valley. Banff Upper Hot Springs and the Banff Gondola are a short walk from the hotel, while other attractions are minutes away by car.

Fairmont Royal York

Situated directly across from Union Station, the Fairmont Royal York is steps away from Toronto's iconic sights and attractions. After a day of exploring, head to the hotel’s health club and spa which features an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and steam room.

Azur Legacy Collection Hotel

Situated in downtown Vancouver, the Azur Legacy Collection Hotel is an Art Deco-inspired property that provides easy access to fantastic shopping and dining options. Enjoy dinner at the garden-like rooftop restaurant or in the beautiful lobby lounge.

Personalize This Itinerary

Here are some of the most popular ways to personalize this journey.

Upgrade to Prestige Class

Prestige Class is Canada’s version of the Orient Express. Available on VIA Rail’s The Canadian Train between Vancouver and Toronto, this luxury double cabin includes a special concierge service throughout your journey. This is one of our most popular upgrade options.

Celebrate an occasion

Honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, or the fulfillment of a lifelong goal, our team is ready to make it a celebration to remember. From arranging a bottle of champagne to putting together a helicopter picnic for two on top of a mountain at sunset, we're ready to make your dreams a reality.

Add an Alaska Cruise

Ask us to pair you up with your style of cruise and discover Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage.

What Our Customers Say

We loved the canadian rockies.

Our favorite part was the accommodations, tours, trains and the people. We loved the Canadian Rockies! We would have liked to have stayed longer in Vancouver.

Veronica, Louis, John and Elanor

You really spoiled us and we felt quite special on and off the train

I just want to thank you for the wonderful attention you gave us for our Canada trip. I think one of the arrangements we appreciated most was the taking of the luggage off the trai...   read more

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Exploring Ontario is a must! Experience the natural wonder of Niagara Falls and visit the historic Niagara region for some of the world's best wineries. The energetic hustle-bustle of Toronto is sure to remind anyone of New York and the quaint European charm of Ottawa always reminds me of England.

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Travellers who want to explore Canada's Rocky Mountains by train have several options from Vancouver. 

Three train companies offer service out of Pacific Central Station through the bucket-list destination, including Amtrak, the Rocky Mountaineer, and Via Rail.

While Amtrak has routes across North America, it uses Via Rail's trains through the Rockies. However, it packages them with other things, such as accommodations, cruises, activities, and more, to offer complete vacations. 

Travellers who prefer to create personalized itineraries without pre-selected lodging and activities may wish to book directly through Via Rail. 

The Rocky Mountaineer is considered one of the world's leading luxury scenic rail operators, offering multiple tours through the Rockies featuring panoramic views, gourmet food, and knowledgeable guides. 

Amtrak also provides low-cost train rides to Seattle and other U.S. destinations, while Via Rail offers cross-Canada trips from the city.

Here's a look at planning a train trip from Vancouver through the majestic Canadian Rockies on Via Rail, Amtrak, or the Rocky Mountaineer.

Travellers can experience several routes on a Via Rail journey across Canada.

The train from Vancouver to Toronto , known as the Canadian, can be broken down into segments if travellers want to explore some select cities. However, the train won't come through those cities daily, meaning they must stay there for at least a couple of nights before they can resume their journey. 

To book a multi-stop itinerary, travellers can call VIA Rail and make arrangements with a representative. If they only wish to make one or two stops, it may be possible to keep the price they'd pay for booking "The Canadian" minus the stops. However, they should arrange this as the booking is made rather than after in case space fills up. 

A one-way economy class ticket from Vancouver to Toronto may cost $500 to $700 based on availability. This class of service has lots of legroom and "comfortable reclinable seats." 

Travellers hoping to catch a decent night's sleep may want to book Sleeper Plus tickets. These tickets are in upper or lower areas where travellers can fully stretch out in a "semi-private" bed. There is a curtain to close at night but the area is communal. During the day, they may be seated across from other people but also have access to other carts, including the  Skyline car , the  Park car , the  Renaissance car  and the  Dining car , based on route and season. 

Sleeper Plus tickets include onboard accommodations for one or two people. Passengers have access to common showers. 

Folks who want to travel across the country in ultimate comfort should opt for Prestige Class cabins. These private accommodations feature "a modular leather sofa that can be transformed into a double bed" and a personal concierge. Guests can enjoy gourmet, three-course meals and watch movies from their cabin on a large flatscreen TV. Each cabin also has a private bathroom.  

The Prestige options offer an "unparalleled level of elegance, comfort and privileged service," with prices starting at $2,500 (see slide two).

Passengers in Sleeper class or higher can relax in the  Business lounge  and enjoy free beverages, newspapers and Wi-Fi.

Amtrak Vacations 

The Amtrak train from Vancouver to Seattle is a popular option but the company also partners with other Canadian travel providers for holiday voyages.

• Related: Is it cheaper to take the bus or train from Vancouver to Seattle in 2024?

Amtrak Vacations include hotels and day trips with the Canadian by Via Rail for travellers who want to savour their time in the Rockies.

The Canadian Rockies Discovery Eastbound trip includes a seven-day journey through the Rocky Mountains that kicks off with a couple of days in Vancouver (see slide three). On a Hop On Hop Off tour, tourists will visit the city's most popular attractions, such as Stanely Park, Granville Island, and many others. They'll also stop to get a bird's eye view of the city from the Vancouver Lookout. 

The Hampton Inn & Suites Vancouver is included in the price but guests can upgrade to another accommodation.

On day three, guests will journey from Downtown Vancouver to Victoria via BC Ferries to discover some Vancouver Island highlights before heading to the Rockies (see slide four).

Guests who live in Vancouver and want to skip the local highlights can call Amtrak Vacations to start with one night's hotel or simply begin on the train. This may reduce the cost of total package price, too.

On day four, passengers will board VIA Rail’s The Canadian from Vancouver's Pacific Central Station en route to Jasper. The journey begins with a "sparkling wine send-off in one of the train’s many domed observation cars while passing through Vancouver’s eastern suburbs and into British Columbia’s agricultural heartland." 

Guests spend two days in Jasper and then enjoy a leisurely drive to scenic Banff, home to "wildlife, pristine lakes, and breathtaking mountain peaks along the world-famous Icefields Parkway."

The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest stretches of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. Guests can step out on a glass-floored observation platform to view some of the frozen wonderland. They can hop on the Ice Explorer for an interactive ride where they will get "up close and personal with massive glaciers."

After an overnight in Banff, travellers head will soak in the vibrant turquoise waters of Lake Louise. They can relax at the historical Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or enjoy activities like canoeing, camping, or wildlife viewing in the area.

Passengers are transported to Alberta's largest city, Calgary, on day nine and the trip ends the following day. 

The packages start at US$1,449 per person before taxes or roughly C$1,979.81 based on the current exchange rate.

Several other Amtrak Vacations options include the Canadian Rocky Mountains but add in some other cities south of the border. However, these packages are longer and more costly but travellers get to see some U.S. highlights, too.

Rocky Mountaineer

Western Canada's popular Rocky Mountaineer is praised for its massive picture windows and glass-dome ceilings. The luxury rail tour operator takes guests on awe-inspiring trips through the Rocky Mountains, connecting Vancouver to Banff and Jasper in Alberta. 

Since it was founded in 1990, the Canadian rail tour company has transported over two million guests, "making it the largest privately-owned premium tourist train in the world."

In its Goldeaf category , guests can enjoy "elegantly plated meals" made with local ingredients in the dining car, including mains like Alberta Striploin Steak, Crispy Skin Lake Louise Steelhead, and Fraser Valley Chicken Paillard. 

There is also an outdoor viewing platform to enjoy the scenery "closer to the action."

Passengers can ride the train by day and then sleep in one of the company's Goldleaf hotels by night. For example, guests travelling to Vancouver stay at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, considered a landmark in the downtown core. In Jasper, they stay at the Fairmont Jasper Lake Lodge in the wooden chalet or heritage cabin on the shores of Lac Beauvert.

The company's Silverleaf  menu also includes gourmet food and well-reviewed hotels. However, they aren't quite as flashy as the top-tier selection. Also, the Silverleaf menu has several entrees to choose from at dinner, while the Silverleaf only has a couple. The menu changes changes each night, though. 

Short Journeys include one or two days on board the train and one or two nights in a mid-point hotel; they end in a different place than they start. 

Rockies Highlights include two or three days on any route, one or two nights in a mid-point hotel, one to two nights in Vancouver, two to seven nights in the Rockies, and "extra days to explore in the Canadian Rockies or American Southwest." These journeys also end in a different place than they begin. 

Circle Journeys include four or five days onboard on any two routes, two or three nights in a mid-point hotel, one to two nights in Vancouver, two to six nights in the Rockies, and also have extra days in the Rockies or American Southwest. Unlike the other options, these tours return to the same location where they began (see slide five). 

Travellers should prepare to pay more for an experience on the Rocky Mountaineer than with Amtrak Vacations or Via Rail. Since it is considered a luxury operator, the company charges a premium.

For example, a 10-day Canadian Rockies Circle Journey also includes stops in Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise and a visit to the Columbia Icefields. It starts and ends in Vancouver and also includes stops in Kamloops and costs around $6,590 to $12,053 per guest.

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Quebec To Vancouver: How Much This Canadian Coast-To-Coast Train Trip Will Cost

• Taking a train in Canada allows travelers to experience the natural beauty of the country in a way that words cannot describe.
• Many people overlook train travel, but it can be a budget-friendly and slower-paced option for exploring Canada.
• An 18-day coast-to-coast train trip with Amtrak allows travelers to see incredible sights from Halifax to Vancouver for a reasonable price.

For those who have never traveled to Canada before, taking a train can give visitors a true taste of what the country has to offer. Outside the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan landscape is natural beauty that words cannot describe. From the mountains to the grasslands, the ocean, and even rainforests, Canada is a country filled with natural wonders.

Unfortunately, taking a train to see the countryside is not something that most people think of when booking their reservations. The goal is usually to get to the destination as quickly as possible. While this may be necessary with some vacations, if taking a Canadian vacation on a budget , many travelers may be better suited to a slower pace. A slower pace allows time to see everything on the itinerary but includes sights that may have never been considered before.

All of this can be done for less than the cost of a plane ticket and hotel reservations when taking the train from one coast of Canada to the other. Here is how much a Quebec to Vancouver Canadian coast-to-coast train trip will cost.

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Amtrak's quebec to vancouver coast-to-coast experience, travelers can take an 18-day coast-to-coast train trip with amtrak.

For those who choose to see Canada by rail, they will be enjoying an 18-day adventure from Halifax to Vancouver. There is no need to worry about planning and the little details. Amtrak has a preset itinerary they follow to ensure that the beauty of Canada is seen while stopping along the way at the sights that tourists want to experience.

The tour begins by spending a night in Halifax. Travelers will have the opportunity to have dinner in the city before staying the night in a hotel. For those looking to see more of the city, there is an opportunity to sightsee in the morning as well before travelers board the train to begin their coast-to-coast trip.

Once boarded, passengers will get settled in as the train makes its way to Quebec City, with its historic city center and other worthwhile attractions .

From Quebec City, Montreal is the next destination. Here, a list of amazing attractions can be found , such as the Notre Dame Basilica, the Place Jacques Cartier, and Old Montreal can be toured without rush, and then it is off to Toronto to enjoy culinary fare that is as diverse as the population is.

Once the city of Toronto has been seen, passengers will be able to take in the beauty of Canada's top tourist attraction, Niagra Falls , and the natural wonder that it is. But not to be outdone are the snow-capped mountains in the Canadian Rockies that can be seen as the train makes its way into Jasper.

Toronto To Vancouver: Ride Canada's Longest Train (A Four-Day Trip)

As if that snowy beauty was not enough, passengers will get the opportunity to explore a glacier as they enter Banff. In conjunction with exploring the Crowfoot Glacier, several lakes, and Athabasca Falls will be seen as well.

If there is time to explore, hot springs abound in Banff as well . All of this is a stark contrast to the final stop in Vancouver, a bustling metropolis that has amazing shopping at Granville Island and a step back into history when exploring Gastown.

Given that so much of Canada is seen on this trip, many expect the trip to break the bank. But with many meals and accommodations already factored in, the price per person is reasonable compared to other forms of travel.

How Much Does The Quebec To Vancouver Coast-To-Coast Train Cost?

A quebec to vancouver amtrak trip costs about $4,000.

When booking the trip from Quebec to Vancouver, passengers are going from one coast of Canada to the other. In doing so, they are covering 2,358 miles and taking 18 days to do so, so that eight incredible sights can be seen along the way.

The price for a trip of this caliber from Quebec to Vancouver starts at $4,099 per person, according to Amtrak , and can go as high as $4,399 per person.

Amtrak's Itinerary

• Day 1: The journey begins in Halifax
• Day 2: Overnight onboard the train
• Day 3: Arrive in Quebec City
• Day 4: Enjoy a guided tour of Quebec City
• Day 5: Travel overnight to Montreal
• Day 6: Explore Montreal
• Day 7: Take the train from Montreal to Toronto and explore Toronto
• Day 8: Take the train from Toronto to Niagra Falls
• Day 9: Stay on the train for overnight travel
• Day 10: Continue riding on the train for daytime and overnight travel
• Day 11: Continue riding on the train for daytime and overnight travel
• Day 12: Arrive in Jasper and explore the area
• Day 13: Depart for Banff; Arrive and explore via guided tour
• Day 14: Return to Jasper
• Day 15: Stay on the train for overnight travel
• Day 16: Arrive in Vancouver
• Day 17: Explore Vancouver
• Day 18: The journey ends in Vancouver

Highlights According To Amtrak:

• Sightseeing tour of Quebec
• Sightseeing tour of Montreal
• Sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls
• Sightseeing tour of the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier
• Admission to Vancouver Lookout

What Is Included On The Amtrak Train:

• One-way Amtrak in Economy from Halifax to Vancouver
• 12 nights hotel accommodations, 5 nights on the train
• 3 meals (two lunches and one dinner)

Booking The Trip:

Booking the trip from Quebec to Vancouver could not be easier to do. Passengers simply fill out a form online that includes the dates of travel and Amtrak will provide an instantaneous quote. If satisfied with how much the trip will cost, it can be purchased during this time.

For those who prefer speaking with someone over the phone, reservations can be made that way as well. All passengers need to do is call Amtrak.

Other Coast-To-Coast Canadian Routes To Consider

Amtrak offers other canadian train trips.

For those who have a desire to see a similar tour of Canada from coast to coast, some options take slightly less time than the 18-day journey from Halifax to Vancouver.

The first option is a 17-day and seven-sight tour that takes off from Vancouver and ends in Halifax. Many of the same sights are seen along the way. However, less time is spent in Vancouver on this eastbound trip and only two meals are offered instead of three. If this is not an issue, going in the opposite direction may be a great option.

• A Vancouver to Halifax trip starts at $3,849 per person .

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The second option is very similar to the 18-day journey from Halifax to Vancouver. However, less time is spent in Halifax on this westbound trip, making the trip a grand total of 17 days. Also, there are only two meals included instead of three.

• A Halifax to Vancouver trip starts at $3,649 per person .

There truly is nothing like taking a trip via the rails to get a true idea of what a vacation destination is like. Being able to slow down, not have to worry about the details, and explore more than likely would have been seen if planning a trip via car or plane, makes a coast-to-coast train trip through Canada one to remember.

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In case you missed it, this week Labour leader Keir Starmer pledged that, if elected, Labour would renationalise the railways within five years of coming into power.

Ownership of the British railway system has been a political hot potato for decades now. It was first nationalised (AKA, brought into public ownership) by Labour Prime Minister Clement Attlee in 1948, and later reprivatised by Conservative PM John Major in 1993 under the Railways Act.

Met with waves of strikes over pay and working conditions, services have been disrupted in recent years, and while the Conservatives pledged to improve connections between London and various other UK cities through HS2 , it’s faced a number of issues that have led to delays in its opening.

Likewise, there have been problems with the various private companies operating the services. Avanti West Coast was recently named the most unreliable train service in Britain, with 15.36% of all trains being cancelled or delayed by 15 minutes or more, equating to 1,289,833 lost minutes.

So, with all these troubles in mind, what would a nationalised rail network look like here? Under Sir Keir’s plans, Great British Railways would allow best-price ticket guarantees, automatic delay repay and digital season tickets.

From Germany to Argentina, there are nationalised models across the world that we can look to for inspiration, many of which are relatively efficient (and, crucially, cheaper for ticket holders).

In Germany, Deutsche Bahn operates most of Germany’s railways. And, considering it’s such a large country, the connections have to run smoothly.

Prices: The German railway system is certainly considers accessible pricing a priority. In 2023, it introduced unlimited travel for £1.40 per day , with the Є49-a-month digital Deutschlandticket intended to cut CO2 emissions.

The subscription has been renewed for 2024 and can be booked either online or at railway stations.

Delays: In March 2024, approximately 91% of trains arrived on time with delays of no more than 5.59 minutes on average.

But in December 2023 , punctuality of Deutsche Bahn trains reportedly dropped to a record low, with around 75% of long-distance trains slowing down on their way through a construction site. The punctuality figure for 2023 overall was 91.7% – still not too shabby.

Argentina first introduced its railway system in 1857, and by the end of World War II, the network had exceeded 29,000 miles in length.

In 1948, inspired by Clement Attlee’s policy in the UK, the Argentinian government nationalised foreign-owned railways.

Prices: Railway fares in Argentina are relatively affordable, with a journey from Buenos Aires to Cordoba, which takes around 1 hour and 27 minutes, costing roughly £25.

Delays: However, it’s not such good news on the delays front. Various Reddit threads have discussed the reliability of Argentina’s railway, with one writing that the network is in ‘very poor condition.’

‘In the interior of the country there are almost none, and some trains reach approximately 20 km per hour,’ a user with the name @vinoyporro commented.

Many of the train routes are beautifully picturesque though, particularly the Tren de la Costa (Train of the Coast), which runs from Buenos Aires through Tigre, which is the gateway to the Paraná Delta. 

The Canadian National Railways was founded in 1918, and ever since, Canada’s extensive railway network has been in public control. Famous for its beautiful routes, some of the most stunning journeys include Vancouver to Toronto, Montreal to Halifax, and Winnipeg to Churchill.

The transcontinental line runs from Canada’s east coast through to Vancouver and Prince Rupert in the west, whilst Canadian National similarly transports various goods including coal, automative parts and agricultural goods.

Prices: Prices are fairly reasonable, with a one-way ticket from London, Ontario to Toronto (which takes just over 2 hours) costing around £30.  

Delays: In 2021, 72% of Canadian trains reached their destination on time, while in 2022, this figure dropped to 57%.

But experience-wise, nothing beats taking the train, according to one Reddit user.

‘Train is way better [than the bus.] I got the day sleeper and brought a sleeping bag. I was young so I could handle it. Also, sometimes I’d just climb into the luggage rack and sleep there,’ wrote @english_major.

Another country famous for its beautiful railway routes, Italy’s most scenic journeys include Rome to Sicily, Reggio Calabria to Scilla, Venice to Florence and, of course, Cinque Terre between Levanto and La Spezia.

The Italian railway system was nationalised in 1905, with Trenitalia now being the country’s main train operator.

Prices: If you’re looking to take the train in Italy, prices are fairly reasonable, but you’ll need to book in advance to secure the best deals (particularly during the summer when rail travel gets busy.)

For a 40-minute Freccia Rossa train between Bologna Centrale and Florence, for example, prices are around Є11 (£9.50). A longer train (between Rome and Milan, which takes between 7 and 8 hours) is available for as little as Є35 (£35).

Delays: Trenitalia’s trains are relatively efficient, with data finding that in 2018, only 10.6% of medium and long-distance trains were delayed by over five minutes. For regional trains, this figure was just 5.6%.

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VIA Rail has announced a new train schedule that will bring travellers from Ottawa to Toronto before 9 a.m.

Train 641 will leave Ottawa at 4:19 a.m. from Monday to Thursday with stops in Kingston, Brockville and Cobourg before arriving at Toronto’s Union Station by 8:48 a.m.

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"In recent months, stakeholders and frequent passengers from eastern Ontario have emphasized the significance of early-morning VIA Rail services for their communities, and we took great care to listen and act on this feedback," Mario Péloquin, VIA Rail president and CEO, said in a statement .

The route will begin service on May 27 and customers can book their trip as soon as April 29.

The Crown corporation says in addition to the new service schedule, train 644, which currently runs between Ottawa and Toronto from Friday to Sunday, will run everyday once train 641 comes online.

VIA Rail said it will be “closely monitoring” the public response to the early-morning schedule and will make adjustments as necessary.

Early birds, rejoice! 🐦 We're pleased to announce the new 641 early-morning departure which will operate between Ottawa and Toronto (arrival before 9 a.m.), with stops in Kingston, Belleville, Cobourg and Port Hope, as of May 27. More information: https://t.co/1bJCtZLPnP pic.twitter.com/0cdEQmfmLT — VIA Rail Canada (@VIA_Rail) April 29, 2024

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The stunning majesty of the rocky mountains, the awe-inspiring vastness of the prairies, and the wild beauty of northern ontario: you can discover them all., 'the canadian' toronto to vancouver train route.

Hop on a comfortable panoramic train for an unforgettable journey between two of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in Canada. While travelling through five provinces, you’ll have the chance to appreciate the diversity of Canadian nature and to marvel at spectacular views.

• Travel through the diversity of Ontario’s landscapes, from the dense urban center of Toronto to the peaceful hills surrounding the Great Lakes and the wilderness of the north. Enjoy the lush local flora while chasing rivers surrounded by verdant plains and thick forests.
• Explore the southern part of Manitoba and take in the rolling prairies, picturesque towns, and glistening lakes surrounded by a wide variety of trees. Stay on the lookout and say hello to bison herds, black bears, wapitis, or one of the hundred bird species that call this region home.
• Enjoy a blissful ride through southern and central Saskatchewan as you pass between grassy plains, hills, rivers, and lakes. Celebrate the eight bridges that span the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, nicknamed “the Paris of the Prairies.”
• Make sure you have your camera ready to capture the stunning view of the Rocky Mountains on the horizon as you travel across Alberta . You’ll get the chance to experience some of the most iconic vistas in Canada from the capital city of Edmonton to the renowned town of Jasper, set in the snow-capped mountains.
• Indulge in the wonders of nature in British Columbia and witness breathtaking sights: towering mountains, awe-inspiring waterfront, serene rainforests, and tranquil fishing villages… The journey to Vancouver by rail’s beauty is unparalleled.

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Prestige Class Cabin: Night

A modular leather L‑shaped couch transforms at night into a Murphy bed for two facing the window.

Prestige Class Cabin: Day

The Prestige Sleeper cabin is 50% larger than the cabin for two in Sleeper Plus class. It features an extra-large window and has its own private washroom with shower.

The electric radiant heated cabin floors and walls maintain a comfortable, constant temperature.

The luxurious Prestige Cabins feature an elegant contemporary décor, with modern amenities including a television.

Prestige Class: Park Car - Mural Lounge

In this elegant and inviting lounge, travellers can enjoy non-alcoholic beverages and snacks or simply take a seat and chat with the concierge or other guests in a laid-back atmosphere.

Prestige Class: Park Car - Bullet Lounge

Located at the back of the train, the Bullet Lounge offers great views and photo opportunities. See the breathtaking scenery unfold right before your eyes and all around you. It’s the perfect place to sit down and read a good book or strike up a conversation with fellow travellers.

The Canadian: Cabin For Two - Day

Sleeper Cabin for two, configured for the daytime, with the double bunk beds in their stowed position.

The Canadian: Cabin For Two - Night

Sleeper Cabin for two, configured for the night, with the double bunk beds in their down position.

The Canadian: Cabin For Two - Bathroom

Travellers can rely on the Sleeper cars, which are renowned for their quality and comfort, and include a private toilet and sink.

The Canadian: Skyline Car

You’ll be on your way to some much deserved rest and relaxation on board the Skyline car. On the top floor, the windows extend to the ceiling, providing you with the perfect place to admire the breathtaking scenery as it unfolds.

The Canadian: Dining Car

Three-course meals that are made to order on board the train in the dining car. You can choose from three dishes at each meal. If you have any dietary requirements, you can order a special meal as you would in a restaurant. Priority dining is available for Prestige guests.

The Canadian: Skyline Car Cafe

There’s a certain freedom that comes with train travel. The freedom to move about during your trip, and the freedom to take a coffee break, have a chat or admire the scenery. What’s more, you can enjoy all this freedom in a comfortable space. Enjoy a relaxing selection of games or stop in to check the daily schedule for today's happenings on board.

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Leave your car at home and climb aboard! Make sure your next getaway is safe and eco-friendly.

VIA Rail Canadian: Prestige Cabin for Two

These private luxury cabins are 50% larger than the standard Sleeper Cabins and include an L-shaped, leather couch by day for sitting as you enjoy the scenery streaming past your oversized window. At night, your room attendant pulls the double bed down to prepare your room for a restful evening. These Cabins include a full private bathroom with a shower. Your cabin offers a small storage area for baggage so we advise guests to check the bulk of their luggage during their time on the train. All toiletries and linens are included in your cabin.

VIA Rail Canadian: Sleeper Cabin for Two

These private cabins include folding chairs by day for sitting as you enjoy the scenery streaming past your window. At night, your room attendant pulls the bed out to prepare your room for a restful evening. Cabins include a window with blinds and a private toilet with a sink and full mirror. Shower facilities are available at the end of the car. Your cabin offers a small storage area for baggage so we advise guests to check the bulk of their luggage during their time on the train. All toiletries and linens are included in your cabin.

VIA Rail Canadian: Sleeper Cabin for One

These private cabins include a folding chair by day for sitting as you enjoy the scenery streaming past your window. At night, your room attendant pulls the bed out to prepare your room for a restful evening. Cabins include a window with blinds and a private toilet with a sink and mirror. Due to the size of the cabins for one, when the bed is folded down, the toilet is not accessible. Shower facilities are available at the end of the car. Your cabin offers a small storage area for baggage so we advise guests to check the bulk of their luggage during their time on the train. All toiletries and linens are included in your cabin.

Simple and Delicious

Enjoy wholesome and gourmet options that are prepared using carefully selected local products from Canadian artisans.

Dining On Board

In the Dining car, from breakfast to dinner, you can explore VIA Rail’s gourmet three-course menus. They offer three choices of specialties cooked by their chefs on board for every meal, and all products are carefully selected from Canadian artisans.

You can purchase a selection of local beers and wines by the glass to accompany your meal.

Meals adapted to all your dietary requirements

Do you have special dietary requirements? VIA Rail caters to a variety of dietary restrictions as well as personal preferences. Let your server know before you order!

Religious Preferences

Special diets, vegan + vegetarian.

Something for Everyone

Traveling by train means more than traveling between two cities. Taking the train offers you many advantages, take a look and book your next trip today.

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Picking the train means enjoying the journey as much as the destination. And when you choose VIA Rail, you choose a safe, comfortable, accessible and eco-friendly way to travel. You also help to support your community as well as every other Canadian community we serve. Let us carry you away.

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Step back into a golden past aboard “The Canadian” train – destination Toronto. With five days aboard the train, you’ll be mesmerized by Canada’s Rocky Mountains, Prairies and lake country, you’ll be rocked to sleep by the motion of the train and you’ll savour made to order meals as you glide…

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Frequently Asked Questions about the VIA Rail Canadian Train

What is the best canadian rockies train trip.

The best Canadian Rockies train trip that you can take onboard VIA Rail is our 7-Day Rockies Nostalgic tour during the summer months, or our 8-day Rockies Winter Wonderland tour during the winter months. These trips makes use of ‘The Canadian’ train from Vancouver to Jasper, giving you one night onboard the train. We then include a sightseeing tour of Jasper, a sightseeing transfer to Banff that includes the Columbia Icefield Excursion, a Banff sightseeing tour that includes the Banff Gondola, and finally a transfer to the Calgary International Airport. For a Canadian Rockies tour that includes a longer stay onboard The Canadian train, our Canadian Adventurer and Trip of a Lifetime tour options may be a better fit.

Is there a sleeper train across Canada?

There are three sleeper trains within Canada, VIA Rail’s ‘The Canadian’ which travels between Vancouver and Toronto, VIA Rail’s train between Winnipeg and Churchill, Manitoba, and VIA Rail’s ‘The Ocean’ which travels between Montreal and Halifax.

How much does it cost to ride the train across Canada?

The cost varies between routes and the time of year but for the 2024 season for travel between Toronto and Vancouver, it will cost around CAD $2500 per person in the winter months and $4500 per person in the summer months for a Sleeper Plus cabin. For a Prestige Cabin, it will cost around CAD $5500 per person in the winter months and CAD $7500 in the summer months.

*All prestige cabin prices are based on two people sharing the room. **By starting your trip in Vancouver instead of Toronto you will save approximately 8% on the train portion of your trip ***All prices are in Canadian Dollars. $1 CAD is equal to approximately $0.70 – $0.75 USD

Note that this is just for the cost of the train and all of our tour packages listed online include hotels and excursions on either end of the train journey. For a rail-only quote, please contact us directly.

How long is a train trip across Canada?

The Canadian train between Vancouver and Toronto

Total Travel Time: 93 to 97 hours ( 4 nights spent onboard) Direct travel between locations with short stops in Jasper and Winnipeg along the way Total Travel Distance: 4466 Kilometers or 2775 Miles

1 Night in Toronto is necessary between trains as The Canadian route is subject to delays

The Corridor train between Toronto and Montreal or Quebec City

Total Travel Time: 5 to 5.5 hours from Toronto to Montreal, an additional 3 to 3.5 hours to Quebec City These trains run during the day with multiple departure times available Total Travel Distance: 542 Kilometers or 337 Miles to Montreal, an additional 262 Kilometers or 163 Miles to Quebec City

The Ocean train between Montreal or Quebec City and Halifax

Total Travel Time: 23 hours from Montreal, 20 hours from Quebec City ( 1 night spent onboard) Total Travel Distance: 1346 Kilometers or 836 Miles from Montreal, 1084 Kilometers or 674 Miles from Quebec City

Total Travel Time Across Canada: Approximately 125 hours (5 nights spent onboard the train plus 1 or 2 nights spent in hotels required) Total Distance Covered on the Train Across Canada: Approximately 6354 Kilometers or 3948 Miles

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Billie Eilish announces world tour with three Canadian stops: Here's where Calgary fans can watch her perform

The tour begins in September, with four Canadian shows in Vancouver, Toronto and Quebec City.

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Billie Eilish has announced a world tour in support of her new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, out May 17. This will be Eilish’s third studio album, which her team calls her most daring body of work to date. The album was written and produced with the singer’s brother, Finneas.

The tour kicks off in Canada on Sept. 20, with the first show in Québec City. Other Canadian locations on the tour are Toronto and Vancouver. The Canada and U.S. shows run until Dec. 17, with the final stop on the Canada-U.S. leg being Los Angeles.

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Eilish restarts the tour in Australia in February 2025. In April 2025, the final leg of the tour kicks off in Europe, ending in Dublin on July 27, 2025.

Vancouver is the closest Canadian option for Calgarians, with that show is scheduled for Dec. 3, 2024. Other shows relatively near to Calgary are Denver on Nov. 19 and 20, Seattle on Dec. 5 and 6 or Portland on Dec. 8.

Eilish is prioritizing sustainability on this tour, continuing her partnership with environmental non-profit, reverb. The partnership aims to make a climate-positive tour, eliminating more greenhouse gas emissions than it creates.

This partnership also extends to the production and distribution of Eilish’s new album, using eco-friendly and recycled materials for the vinyl editions. Eilish will be releasing eight variants of vinyl, all containing the same track-listing.

According to Eilish’s website, “the standard black variant is made from 100% recycled black vinyl. The remaining 7 colored vinyl will be made from ECO-MIX or BioVinyl. The former is created using 100% recycled compound made of leftovers from any color which cannot otherwise be used. These pieces are recycled and re-used for production of future discs; therefore, every disc will be unique and look different from the last.” BioVinyl helps reduce carbon emissions by 90% as opposed to virgin vinyl by using non-fossil fuel materials.

Tour merchandise also falls under Eilish’s eco-friendly expectations, with the clothing being made from recycled materials with non-toxic dyes and water-based inks.

Presale runs April 30-May 1. Tickets go on sale to the general public May 3.

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Billie Eilish bringing 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' tour to Vancouver

Vancouver will be one of just three Canadian stops on pop star Billie Eilish's upcoming world tour, it was announced Monday.

The "Hit Me Hard and Soft" tour will hit Rogers Arena on Dec. 3. The other Canadian dates on the tour are the kickoff show in Quebec City on Sept. 29 and back-to-back shows in Toronto on Oct. 1 and 2.

Presale begins Tuesday, and any remaining tickets will become available Friday on the singer's website.

Eilish's highly anticipated third studio album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” will be released May 17.

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Eilish worked with her brother and longtime collaborator Finneas on “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” The pair recently took home their second Oscar for their big “Barbie” ballad “What Was I Made For?” In doing so, Eilish, 22, became the youngest person by far to have won two career Oscars.

A portion of North American ticket sales will be donated to REVERB, an environmental non-profit. Eilish is also encouraging her fans to take public transportation or carpool to her concerts, to bring reusable water bottles, and to "fight fast fashion by opting for thrifted, upcycled, or borrowed clothes instead of buying new clothing to wear to shows," according to a media release.

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Via Rail says it will be operating an early-morning train service between Ottawa and Toronto for commuters hoping to arrive before 9 a.m.

The railway company says the new 641 train will leave Ottawa at 4:19 a.m. and arrive in Toronto at 8:48 a.m. The service will begin on May 27 and will operate from Monday to Thursday.

The service will make stops in Fallowfield, Smiths Falls, Brockville, Kingston, Belleville, Cobourg, and Port Hope.

In addition, Via Rail announced train 644, which previously operated between Toronto and Ottawa from Friday to Sunday, will now run every day. The service leaves Toronto at 1:17 p.m. and arrives in Ottawa on 5:53 p.m.

The company says the new timetable will offer passengers more midday travel options and greater flexibility.

"In recent months, stakeholders and frequent passengers from eastern Ontario have emphasized the significance of early-morning Via Rail services for their communities, and we took great care to listen and act on this feedback," said Via Rail's president and CEO Mario Péloquin, in a statement.

"This is why we are looking forward to offering this option for passengers who wish to travel to Toronto before 9 a.m., whether for business or leisure. We hope, and are confident, that they will answer the call and help us make this new frequency a success."

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Passengers can start booking their trips on the new services starting April 29.

Here are the complete departure times for train 641:

• Ottawa, 4:19 a.m.
• Fallowfield, 4:38 a.m.
• Smiths Falls, 5:05 a.m.
• Brockville, 5:35 a.m.
• Kingston, 6:18 a.m.
• Belleville, 7 a.m.
• Cobourg, 7:35 a.m.
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The Saskatchewan NDP's recent criticism of political lobbyists has backfired. During question period on Monday, the government revealed an NDP email in which the party requested sponsorship from a lobby firm that it had previously criticized.

Cash is critical in keeping small businesses afloat, Saskatoon pub owner says

A Saskatoon business is encouraging customers to pay with cash instead of a credit card to help fight inflation.

London Drugs stores remain closed, 'cybersecurity incident' may have breached personal data

London Drugs says it is working with third-party security experts as the company tries to reopen dozens of stores across Western Canada that were shuttered by a cybersecurity incident Sunday.

Mounties investigating after man found shot in Langley, B.C.

Mounties are investigating after a man with a gunshot wound was found on the side of the road in Langley, B.C., early Tuesday morning.

47 charges laid against 5 men after investigation that started as 'small' fuel fraud case, Delta police say

Five men are facing a total of 47 charges after a police investigation in Delta that resulted in the seizure of more than $1 million worth of drugs last year, local police say.

Vancouver Island

Health authority confirms cockroaches at b.c. hospital, insists they 'do not bite'.

The Vancouver Island Health Authority is downplaying what staff describe as a cockroach infestation in a medical unit of Saanich Peninsula Hospital.

Green Party deputy leader released pending appeal of jail sentence for Fairy Creek protests

British Columbia's highest court has ordered the Green Party of Canada's deputy leader to be released from custody pending her appeal of a 60-day jail sentence for her role in old-growth logging protests on Vancouver Island.

B.C. breweries take home awards at World Beer Cup

Out of more than 9,000 entries from over 2,000 breweries in 50 countries, a handful of B.C. brews landed on the podium at the World Beer Cup this week.

B.C. man rescues starving dachshund trapped in carrier: BC SPCA

An emaciated dachshund is now recovering thanks to a Good Samaritan who found the pup near a biking trail in Kelowna, according to the BC SPCA.

Search crews called in after missing Kelowna senior's truck found

Search and rescue crews have been called in after a vehicle belonging to a missing senior was located near a rural intersection outside of Kelowna Tuesday.

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