Train Travel in Canada
If you are a traveler who enjoys relaxing ambience and attentive service, then you’ll want to get to know more about traveling Canada by rail.
VIA Rail Canada operates the national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada. VIA operates up to 503 trains weekly on 12,500 kilometres of track, and serves 450 communities across Canada. From coast to coast and north to Hudson Bay VIA consistently ranks as one of the most trusted transportation companies in Canada.
As Canada’s largest city, VIA operates services between Toronto and a number of national destinations, including Montreal (journey time - 4-5 hours), Ottawa (journey time - 4 hours) and Niagara Falls (journey time - 2 hours).
Toronto Station Direction & Location
Union Station, 65 Front Street West
Downtown Toronto
Between Bay & York Streets
Type of station
Manned station Wifi internet is accessible in the station and in the Panorama lounge.
Terrific Toronto Travel Tip
The Niagara region makes for the perfect summer destination - and with VIA's summer schedule getting there from downtown Toronto a breeze!
VIA operates daily departures between Toronto and Niagara Falls, making it easier than ever to explore more of Ontario, Canada. Plan a day trip to Niagara Falls or a visit to one of the region's many award-winning wineries. Also included in VIA's summer schedule to
Niagara is the return of the popular Bike Train. The award-winning Toronto-Niagara Greenbelt Express makes exploring the Niagara region by bike easy and stress free. On select departures between June 26 and October 18, passengers can travel in comfort while their bikes are safely secured in a baggage car complete with bike racks. The Toronto-Niagara Greenbelt Express can accommodate up to 56 bicycles per trip, making it an excellent option for groups looking to travel and bike together. Full fare and schedule information is available at www.biketrain.ca.
For more information on VIA's summer schedule to Niagara or to reserve tickets anywhere in the VIA system, customers can visit viarail.ca or call 1 888 VIA RAIL (842-7245), TTY 1 800 268-9503 (hearing impaired). To book tickets on the Toronto-Niagara Greenbelt Express, customers can visit www.biketrain.ca.
