Reward your hard work in school with a student discount. For students age 17 and under, VIA's Canadian rail service provides a 35 percent Comfort Class discount. Students can save 50 percent by purchasing a VIA 6 pack, which includes 6 one-way vouchers to anywhere VIA travels.
Book your train travel in accordance with VIA's semi-weekly schedule. Cross country trains run from Vancouver to Ontario on Friday, Sunday and Tuesday.
Save a significant amount of money by booking your Comfort Class accommodations at least 5 days in advance. Travelers who book their trips early can save up to 25 percent with Comfort Super Fare.
Exhibit patience during the three-day trip from British Columbia to Ontario. The first day on VIA's Canadian service takes travelers from Vancouver to Jasper. The second day takes travelers to Winnipeg, and the final day ends with arrival at Toronto's downtown train station.
Request a special stop between stations in Winnipeg and Sudbury Junction. With 48 hours notice, VIA's conductors can plan special stops anywhere between the two stations. This service is aimed at outdoors enthusiasts who want to hunt and fish in central Canada.
Find anything you need at Toronto's modern VIA train stop. The station is located in the vibrant downtown area, and travelers can walk to hotels or restaurants from the stop. Travelers who are heading elsewhere can relax in the waiting room and learn about commuting options throughout Ontario.
Utilize the baggage car aboard VIA's Canadian rail service. The service places a limitation of 50 lbs. on carry-on baggage, so travelers should expect to check any extra luggage with VIA's reliable staff.
Breath easy in VIA's smoke-free train cars. Travelers will be thrilled to know that VIA does not allow smoking in any of its cars at any time. Smokers can exit the train at various stations along the route, but smoking on board can lead to a significant fine.
