Toronto to Vancouver night train
Everything you need to plan the Toronto–Vancouver sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
From €300 We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.
Cabins & typical prices
Arriving in Vancouver: top-rated tours
Booked on Civitatis.
Why take this train
Crosses the Canadian Rockies via Jasper and the boreal Canadian Shield over four nights- Runs on 1950s Budd-built stainless-steel cars rebuilt in the early 1990s
- Only twice weekly year-round (Wednesday and Sunday departures from Toronto) — not a daily service
- Prestige Class includes a private double bed, ensuite shower and exclusive access to the rear Park car dome/observation lounge
- One of the longest scheduled train journeys in the world at nearly 4,500km
Rail passes & reservations
No Eurail/Interrail equivalent; VIA Rail's own Canrailpass offers a regional alternative (confirm current rules directly with VIA Rail).
Before you use train or station Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.
See NordVPNFrequently asked questions
How long does the Toronto to Vancouver night train take?
The journey takes about 4 nights.
How much does the Toronto–Vancouver sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €300 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the Toronto to Vancouver train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose between seat, couchette, sleeper cabin and private cabin. A berth reservation is required.
Halifax 
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