The Canadian • Toronto to Vancouver Train 2025 & 2026
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Vancouver, British Columbia
VIA Rail, Mount Robson
Toronto, Ontario

The Canadian – Toronto to Vancouver Train

4 Nights Sleeper Plus – from £1465

Toronto | Winnipeg | Jasper | Vancouver

Travel from Toronto to Vancouver by train, passing the lakes of Ontario and prairies of central Canada before ascending into the Rockies.

  • Choose Economy, Sleeper Plus or Prestige Class
  • Admire the panoramic views from the domed Skyline Car
  • Enjoy inclusive onboard meals and drinks (Sleeper Plus and Prestige)
  • Shared shower room (Sleeper Plus) or private shower room (Prestige)
  • Break your journey in Winnipeg or Jasper

Your Rail Journey

The Canadian rail journey; 4,466 km of breathtaking scenery between Vancouver and Toronto. The journey includes four nights on board the train, with three service levels to choose from.

Prestige Class

Enjoy first class service as you traverse Canada by train. Travel Prestige Class for:

  • Priority check-in and boarding
  • Vancouver and Toronto lounge access
  • Spacious cabin with leather couch
  • Double bed that folds down from the wall (murphy bed)
  • Private washroom with shower
  • All meals, and priority dining car reservations
  • Selected alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Pre-dining appetizer service
  • Hot drinks, fruit and cookies in the lounge car
  • Concierge and turndown service
  • Unrestricted access to the Park Car
  • Access to the Skyline car

A range of alcoholic drinks, including regional bears and wines are available to purchase on board.

Sleeper Plus

Wake up refreshed each morning travelling in Sleeper Plus on the Canadian. You will enjoy:

  • Roomy armchair
  • Choice of one to four person cabin or suite
  • Access to shower (one per car)
  • All meals and soft drinks in the dining car
  • Hot drinks, fruit and cookies in the lounge car
  • Priority boarding
  • Vancouver and Toronto lounge access upon departure
  • Access to the Park Car (by schedule during peak season)
  • Access to the Skyline car

Economy

Included in Economy Class on the Canadian, is:

  • Comfortable reclining chair
  • Access to the Skyline Car

Light meals, snacks, hot and cold drinks, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.

The Canadian Timetable

The Canadian runs twice a week in either direction between Vancouver and Toronto, via Winnipeg, Edmonton and Jasper.

Toronto to Vancouver Train

The Canadian departs Toronto on Wednesdays and Sundays.

  • Toronto: 09:55 (Eastern Time)
  • Sioux Lookout: 11:25 + 1 day (Central Time)
  • Winnipeg: 19:30 (Central Time)
  • Edmonton: 20:50 + 2 days (Mountain Time)
  • Jasper: 06:30 + 3 days (Mountain Time)
  • Vancouver: 08:00 + 4 days (Pacific Time)

Timetable correct as of April 2023.

Vancouver to Toronto Train

The Canadian departs Vancouver on Monday and Friday.

  • Vancouver: 15:00 (Pacific Time)
  • Jasper: 11:00 + 1 day (Mountain Time)
  • Edmonton: 18:50 (Mountain Time)
  • Winnipeg: 22:00 + 2 days (Central Time)
  • Sioux Lookout: 06:01 + 3 days (Central Time)
  • Toronto: 14:29 + 4 days (Eastern Time)

Timetable correct as of April 2023.

Train Tickets, Flights & More

With FREEDOM, you can book everything you need for your Canada rail holiday in one place; VIA Rail Canadian tickets for 2025 or 2026, flights, hotels, tours and more.

Please note, advanced booking is highly recommended. Sleeper Plus and Prestige Class cabins regularly sell out, especially during summer months.

The Canadian – Toronto to Vancouver Train

4 Nights Sleeper Plus – from £1465

Include this 4 Nights Sleeper Plus in a Canada holiday designed for you

Please note, train departure and arrival times may change. Please call Freedom Destinations to confirm departure dates and availability. Seasonal variations may apply.

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