
Trains from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver

How long will it take me to travel from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver by train?
The distance between Edmonton, Alberta and Vancouver is around 822 km. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 33 h 37 min. However, the fastest routes between Edmonton, Alberta and Vancouver take 32 h 59 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.
When do departures from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver leave?
The first departure of the night from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver leaves at 00:01, while the last journey sets out at 00:01. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Edmonton, Alberta and Vancouver. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.
Which stations can I use to travel from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver?
Depending on the type of transport, and the provider you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart Edmonton, Alberta from the following stations: Edmonton Railway Station. Arriving at Vancouver, your route will pass through all or some of the following stations: Vancouver Pacific Central Station. Not all transport providers serve every station, so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you. You may need to use another form of transport to get from one station to another or to your final destination when you arrive in Vancouver.
How many daily journeys are there from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver?
The route from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver is served by providers including VIARAIL. From this list of transport providers, there are up to 2 departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Edmonton, Alberta 1.5 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 1.5 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors.