Find train tickets to Vancouver
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Cheapest day | Wednesday |
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Most expensive day | Saturday |
Average price (round-trip) | $176 |
Average price (one-way) | $174 |
Top tips for finding Vancouver train tickets
- For travelers that have disabilities or accessibility issues, the Pacific Central Station in Vancouver has many features to help these travelers. This includes an entrance to the train station that is accessible by wheelchair as well as train platforms that are accessible as well. There is a wheelchair lift available and there are courtesy wheelchairs available in the station that are available to assist passengers.
- Some of the amenities of the station include a fast-food restaurant, a sushi bar, and a cappuccino bar. There is also a currency exchange booth, an ATM, a newsstand, a jewelry shop, and charging stations for your phone. In addition to these features, you will also find a fully staffed ticket sales office, payphones, and restrooms available at this train station.
- The Pacific Central Station is very unique in that it is the terminus of Via Rail's Canadian line that runs between Toronto and Vancouver, and it is also the northern terminus of the Amtrak Cascades route that runs between Portland and Vancouver. This makes the station in Vancouver a perfect location to connect to a number of destinations throughout both Canada and the United States.
- When you travel with baggage on trains to Vancouver, there are baggage carts available for use by passengers plus there is station staff available to assist with baggage when boarding or departing a train. If you would prefer to keep some of your bags at the station while you visit Vancouver, there is bag storage available at the station.
- Looking for cheap train tickets to Vancouver? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Vancouver for the following prices or less: From Bellingham $34, from Seattle $92, from Kamloops $134
- Vancouver's most searched train station on KAYAK is Vancouver Pacific Central Station. It is located 1 mile from the city center.
- You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Vancouver in the evening.
FAQs when traveling to Vancouver by train
What is the most popular train station in Vancouver?
Vancouver Pacific Central Station and Vancouver Burrard Skytrain Station are the most searched stations in Vancouver by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Vancouver?
Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada are popular train companies operating in Vancouver.
How long is the train journey to Vancouver from the closest popular cities?
Bellingham to Vancouver - 1h 53m
Toronto to Vancouver - 97h 05m
Vancouver to Vancouver - 7h 32m
Edmonton to Vancouver - 32h 59m
Seattle to Vancouver - 4h 00m
Kamloops to Vancouver - 12h 57m
Is it possible to rent a car at the Pacific Central Station after my train to Vancouver?
There is a Hertz location with a counter inside of the train station. They are open during normal business hours Monday through Friday, as well as during the morning hours on Saturday. They do not operate on Sunday. You can drop off your car after hours at this location.
Are there any public transportation options to get me from the train station to the center of Vancouver?
There are four different bus routes that make stops at or near the train station. These include bus routes number three, 19, 22, and 84. The fare to ride on these buses is around C$3 ($2.50) but can be higher depending on how far you plan on traveling from the station. Another option is to ride on the local metro service since the Expo Line makes a stop at the train station. The fares for the train are the same as the bus.
What are some of the advantages of buying train tickets to Vancouver and taking a train to Vancouver as opposed to driving or flying?
There are several communities that are around Vancouver that are close enough to Vancouver that flying is not a convenient option. To make the drive yourself will take about one hour with no traffic but because Vancouver is a major city, you should always plan on delays due to traffic. When you take the train from Abbotsford to Vancouver, you should expect a ride of just a little more than 2h with no traffic jams to deal with, plus you can relax, work, or just watch the scenery go by during your trip.
If I am traveling from the United States to Vancouver by train, what is the process for crossing the border?
The process for crossing the border from the United States into Canada is actually quite simple. When you reach the border, border agents will board the train and check everyone's passports and perhaps ask a few questions. They may also search for some carry-on baggage as part of this process. Once that is complete you will continue on your journey to Vancouver.
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