VIA Rail Train


VIA Rail Canada is the national passenger rail service, offering long distance train travel across the country. Known for its scenic routes and comfortable onboard experience, it connects major cities from Vancouver to Toronto and Montréal to Halifax, making it a key part of many cross-Canada rail vacations.

Should You Get Travel Insurance for Your Canada Rail Vacation?

The question of whether to get travel insurance is one that…


Some Frequently Asked Questions

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Dining on Canada’s Trains: Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail Meal Service Explained

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Canadian Travel & Wildfire Updates

Information and Current Travel Updates.


Which is better: Rocky Mountaineer or VIA Rail?

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Wildfires in Canada and the Impact on Rail Travel

Everything you need to know about the wildfire situation.


Fall Foliage Train Rides

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VIA Rail – Everything You Need to Know

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Celebrating 29 Years of Canada Rail Vacations

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Christmas in the Rockies

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Viaje en tren en Canadá

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A Train Lover’s Dream Feature

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The Best Books About Trains – A Reading List for Riding the Rails

A reading list of the best train-related books to take on a…


Accessible Train Travel in Canada

Accessibility when travelling on the Rocky Mountaineer and…


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What to Pack for a Canadian Train Trip

Tips on what to pack for a Canadian train trip and how much…


Sleeping on Canada’s VIA Rail Train

Information about what it's like to sleep onboard the VIA…


Halifax – The Heart and Soul of Canada

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The History of the Canadian Railroads

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Canadian Rail Vacations & Alaskan Cruises

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Canada Rail’s History

Our company started as Gaia Travel Services in 1995, but…