Alberta
Le Canadien, CANADÀ 2024
The Canadian (Le Canadien) is Canada's most famous transcontinental passenger train. It is one of the longest and most recognized rail routes in the world, offering a scenic journey across the nation.
The Route: The train covers a distance of 4,466 km (2,775 miles), connecting Toronto (in the East) and Vancouver (on the Pacific coast, in the West).
Journey Duration: The full trip typically takes about four days and four nights (approximately 86 hours), crossing five provinces and multiple time zones.
Scenery: The journey is an unparalleled way to see the vastness of Canada, passing through the forests of Northern Ontario, the expansive Prairies (Manitoba and Saskatchewan), and the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains (Alberta and British Columbia).
Service: Operated by VIA Rail Canada, the train focuses on the tourist experience, offering panoramic observation cars (Skyline and Park Cars) with glass domes for scenery viewing, dining cars with regional cuisine, and sleeping cabins (including Prestige Class) for a luxurious journey.
Alberta
Le Canadien, CANADÀ 2024
The Canadian (Le Canadien) is Canada's most famous transcontinental passenger train. It is one of the longest and most recognized rail routes in the world, offering a scenic journey across the nation.
The Route: The train covers a distance of 4,466 km (2,775 miles), connecting Toronto (in the East) and Vancouver (on the Pacific coast, in the West).
Journey Duration: The full trip typically takes about four days and four nights (approximately 86 hours), crossing five provinces and multiple time zones.
Scenery: The journey is an unparalleled way to see the vastness of Canada, passing through the forests of Northern Ontario, the expansive Prairies (Manitoba and Saskatchewan), and the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains (Alberta and British Columbia).
Service: Operated by VIA Rail Canada, the train focuses on the tourist experience, offering panoramic observation cars (Skyline and Park Cars) with glass domes for scenery viewing, dining cars with regional cuisine, and sleeping cabins (including Prestige Class) for a luxurious journey.