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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Winnipeg to Ruel. Traveling by train from Winnipeg to Ruel usually takes around 25 hours, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 738 mi (1187 km) |
| Fastest train | 25h 0m |
| Lowest price | US$165.47 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail Canada |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Winnipeg to Ruel?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Winnipeg to Ruel. 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.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail Canada | 1 | 1d 0h 53m | US$165.47 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Winnipeg and Ruel. 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
The distance between Winnipeg and Ruel is approximately 738 miles, or 1187 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Winnipeg to Ruel. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Winnipeg at 10:00pm and arrives in Ruel around 24 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Ruel 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 Ruel to Winnipeg.
City Information
Winnipeg
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Winnipeg is the capital of Canada's province of Manitoba, located at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers. Art and culture are central to Winnipeg's identity, best experienced at sights including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, The Forks National Historic Site, and the Winnipeg Art Gallery. If you visit between January and March, you may even luck out and see the Northern Lights in Winnipeg's night sky.
Winnipeg is home to a host of memorable outdoor activities, such as soaking in a Nordic Spa, hiking to Hansel & Gretel's "Witch Hut" in Kildonan Park, and skiing at Arctic Glacier Winter Park.
Union Station is Winnipeg's main train station, where cross-country VIA Rail trains depart along the Great Western Way to Vancouver or Toronto, and regional VIA Rail trains head north to Churchill. Winnipeg also connects to several Ontario Northland intercity bus routes. The Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International is the city's airport, which used to be a major stop for Greyhound Canada lines before they discontinued their service in the country.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Winnipeg?
Main departure station: Winnipeg VIA Station
There is one train station in Winnipeg.
All train stations in Winnipeg:
Winnipeg VIA Station
Where is the train station in Ruel?
Main arrival station: Ruel VIA Station
Ruel has one train station.
Train stations in Ruel:
Ruel VIA Station
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