How to Find Train Times for Rail Lines in Canada
If you want to explore Canada by train, you have a number of options. You can travel on Ontario Northland, VIA Rail Canada or one of the smaller scenic routes in northern British Columbia with Rocky Mountaineer Railtours. Follow these steps to start planning your trip on the train you want.
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- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Find Train Times for VIA Rail Online
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Find train times for VIA Rail by calling 613-564-8104, or by visiting their Web site (see Resources below).
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On the Web site, select your departure and destination cities and desired travel dates from the drop-down menus.
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Indicate the number of passengers and choose a travel class.
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Click the "Search" button and select from the options offered.
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Choose "Select and Continue" to see the departure and arrival times for each portion of your trip.
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Print out the information you need.
Find Train Times for Rocky Mountaineer Online
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Go to the Rocky Mountaineer Web site's "Departure Information" page (see Resources below).
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Select the route and schedule information you need.
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Copy or print the information.
Find Train Times for Ontario Northland Online
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Go to the Ontario Northland Web site's "Rail Passenger Services" page (see Resources below).
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Select the train route you want from the links under the "Rail Passenger Services" header on the left.
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Choose "Schedules and Fares" or "Schedule" depending on the service.
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Select your origin and destination city, if necessary, and click "Submit."
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View the train departure and arrival times.
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Print the information you need to plan your trip.
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Tips & Warnings
The bus network in Canada is more extensive than the rail network and is considerably less expensive.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to check in before scheduled departure time.
Consider buying trip and health insurance to save your vacation investment should something go wrong.
Travel by train in Canada increases in price during peak season in the summer months.
If you plan to bring bikes, pets, or oversized baggage, call the train line to ask if additional fees apply.
Canadian passenger trains are subject to unexpected delays. Plan accordingly.
