A breathtaking cross-country train journey across Canada, offering scenic landscapes, comfortable accommodations, and exceptional service from Toronto to Vancouver.

Ride Details

  • Ride Type: Scenic, Historic, Overnight 
  • Duration: 4 days / 3 nights (Toronto to Vancouver) 
  • Distance: 4,466 km (2,775 miles) 
  • Operating Season & Hours: 
    • Operates year-round
    • Departure times vary (typically morning or early afternoon departures)
  • Pricing: 
    • Economy Class: $400-$800 per person
    • Sleeper Plus Class: $1,500-$3,000 per person
    • Prestige Class: $5,000-$9,000 per person

Accommodation & Cabins

1. Prestige Class (Most luxurious)

  • Spacious cabin with large double bed
  • Private en-suite bathroom with shower
  • Personal concierge service
  • Flat-screen TV with on-demand movies
  • Leather couch that converts to a Murphy-style bed
  • Panoramic windows on two sides
  • Mini-fridge stocked with beverages
  • Priority boarding and check-in
  • Turndown and housekeeping service
  • Exclusive access to the Park Car’s Bullet Lounge

2. Sleeper Plus Class

  • Options include:
    • Cabin for 1 (Single) – Lower and upper bunk, washbasin, shared shower/toilet
    • Cabin for 2 (Double) – Twin berths, washbasin, private toilet, shared shower
    • Cabin for 3 & 4 – Larger family-style suites
  • Shared showers in each sleeper car
  • Daily turndown and bedding service
  • Bath towels, linens, soap included
  • Access to dome cars and lounges
  • Meals included in dining car

3. Economy Class

  • Reserved reclining seat
  • Access to snack bar and economy lounge
  • No private space or bedding
  • Affordable long-distance travel

Dining & Cuisine

Prestige & Sleeper Plus Classes

  • All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Served in a classic dining car
  • Table service with seasonal menus
    • Canadian-inspired dishes (Alberta beef, Atlantic salmon, etc.)
    • Vegetarian and dietary requests accommodated
  • Complementary non-alcoholic drinks during meals
  • Alcoholic beverages available for purchase (included in Prestige Class)

Economy Class

  • Access to snack bar or café car (pay-as-you-go)
  • No complimentary meals

Lounges & Observation Cars

  • Skyline Car – Available to Sleeper Plus and Prestige guests
    • Dome seating for panoramic views
    • Lower lounge for socializing
  • Park Car – Rear observation car (Prestige exclusive after 4pm)
    • Bullet Lounge, bar, observation dome, reading lounge
    • Light entertainment and activities
  • Activity Hosts – Trivia games, wine tastings, storytelling

Guest Services & Comfort

✅ Accepts Credit Cards – Yes
❌ Allows Pets – No (except certified service animals)
✅ Car Parking – At VIA Rail stations (not onboard)
✅ Kid Friendly – Yes, families welcome (no child-specific programs)
❌ Outdoor Seating – No open-air platforms, but large dome windows
✅ Reservations Needed – Yes, highly recommended
❌ Smoking Allowed – No smoking or vaping anywhere onboard
✅ Wheelchair Accessible – Select accessible cabins & restrooms; must request in advance
❌ WiFi – Not available onboard due to remote areas crossed
✅ Climate Control – Heating and A/C in all cars
✅ Electrical Outlets – In Prestige and most Sleeper Plus cabins (limited in Economy)
✅ Entertainment – TVs in Prestige Class; activities and commentary in lounges

 Route & Journey Info

Main Route:

  • Toronto ↔ Vancouver
    • 4 nights / 5 days (approx. 4,466 km or 2,775 miles)
    • Stops in Winnipeg, Edmonton, Jasper, and more

Scenic Highlights:

  • Canadian Shield forests
  • Prairie landscapes
  • Rocky Mountains (especially near Jasper)
  • Pacific Coast approach to Vancouver

 Languages

  • English and French are spoken throughout the train
  • Printed materials and announcements in both languages
  • Staff are bilingual; additional language assistance may be arranged in advance