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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Vancouver to Jasper per day. The average train journey from Vancouver to Jasper takes 19 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance331 mi (532 km)
Fastest train19h 0m
Lowest price$189.49
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceVIA Rail
Train lines1

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VIA Rail

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What is the price of a train ticket from Vancouver to Jasper?

The average price for a train ticket from Vancouver to Jasper is $189.49, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 22 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $42.20 more.

Monthly avg. prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during November. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Vancouver to Jasper, with the average price at just $181. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in February, when the average price goes up to $276. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Vancouver to Jasper?

VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to Jasper. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
VIA Rail119h 0m$219.10
  • VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Vancouver and Jasper. In addition to being completely green-certified, VIA Rail’s new, state-of-the-art trains feature amenities such as free reliable Wi-Fi, wide aisles, ergonomic seats, and wheelchair lifts in every accessible car. VIA Rail is known for its unparalleled customer service and snazzy black and yellow paint scheme.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Vancouver to Jasper

The distance between Vancouver and Jasper is approximately 331 miles, or 532 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 19 hours,

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Vancouver to Jasper. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Vancouver at 3:00pm and arrives in Jasper around 19 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Jasper with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Jasper to Vancouver.

City Information

Vancouver

Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called "Hollywood North" due to the amount of movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.

Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station - CAVACAMT-0

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Main departure station: Pacific Central Station

The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a bus station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighborhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, restrooms, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.

All train stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station

Where is the train station in Jasper?

Main arrival station: Jasper

Jasper has one train station.

Train stations in Jasper:

  • Jasper

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