5.0
i found it very relaxing and the scenery was excellent.
i found it very relaxing and the scenery was excellent.
Brantford to Windsor train
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Trip Summary
There are 4 daily trains from Brantford to Windsor. Traveling by train from Brantford to Windsor usually takes around 3 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest VIA Rail train can make the trip in 2 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 152 mi (244 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 53m |
| Lowest price | $53.15 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Brantford to Windsor?
In the last month, $53.15 was the average price of a train ticket from Brantford to Windsor. This is a good price that is inexpensive compared to most train fares. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 11 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $29.20 more than that for a same-day booking.
Monthly average prices
If you are trying to decide when to travel from Brantford to Windsor by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for March. That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just C$55 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Brantford to Windsor in August, expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to C$67 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Windsor from Brantford will be about C$29.20 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Brantford to Windsor?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Brantford to Windsor. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 4 | 3h 5m | $65.75 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 4 daily trips between Brantford and Windsor. 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.
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The distance between Brantford and Windsor is approximately 152 miles, or 244 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 53 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.
Trains departing from Brantford to Windsor tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Brantford at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Brantford to Windsor.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Windsor to Brantford.
City Information
Windsor
Windsor is a vibrant urban community brimming with first-rate entertainment, luscious green space, and cultural delights—a city where there truly is something for everyone. Visitors can step back in time and experience Windsor's rich history through the ages at the Chimczuk Museum, Willistead Manor, and Mackenzie Hall. With 215 parks, the city is also a haven for outdoor recreation; but nowhere is better than the iconic Windsor waterfront, where strollers are spoiled for choice by a number of world-class gardens, the Ojibway Nature Centre, and theWindsor Sculpture Centre.
Known as a melting pot, Windsor is home to an eclectic blend of artistic styles and culinary surprises. For those who want a real taste of the city, catch a theatre performance at one of the many elite venues dotted around Windsor before hitting downtown to satisfy your appetite with a selection of delicious international foods.
Located across the river from Detroit, Windsor forms one half of the International Gateway between Canada and the U.S.—the second busiest border crossing in North America. The city also acts as a major jump-off point for national travel deeper into Canada via Toronto and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Brantford?
Main departure station: Brantford VIA Station
There is one train station in Brantford.
All train stations in Brantford:
Brantford VIA Station
Where is the train station in Windsor?
Image credit: Adam Moss
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Windsor
Windsor's VIA Rail Station is located on Walker Road, and it is the center of intercity rail services in Windsor. The station opened in 1961, and it received substantial renovations in 2012. The current station features three tracks. Eight daily VIA Rail trains serve the Windsor-Toronto line that originates in Windsor. The station is the seventh busiest rail station in the country, so rush hour can mean a lot of foot traffic through the station. The station's amenities include a lounge, public restrooms, parking spots, and easy access points for people with disabilities.
Train stations in Windsor:
Windsor
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