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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from St. Catharines to Burlington. The train trip from St. Catharines to Burlington is usually about 54 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 54m |
Lowest price | $20.04 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from St. Catharines to Burlington?
The average price for a train ticket from St. Catharines to Burlington is $20.08, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 16 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 $3.01 more.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from St. Catharines to Burlington?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects St. Catharines to Burlington. 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 | 1 | 0h 54m | $21.58 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between St. Catharines and Burlington. 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
Trains from St. Catharines to Burlington are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves St. Catharines at 6:00pm and arrives in Burlington within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Burlington 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 Burlington to St. Catharines.
City Information
Burlington
Burlington is a charming city with enviable access to natural beauty. Its biggest attraction is the celebrated Royal Botanical Gardens, the largest and perhaps most stunning garden in Canada, but Burlington has a lot more to offer. Walking through the historic downtown, marvel at the city's quaint architecture that features Gothic Revival mansions and old-world churches. Burlington also has various outdoor activities available for every type of adventurer, including gentle walks along the Lake Ontario waterfront, jaw-dropping hikes up the Niagara Escarpment, or adrenaline-fuelled rock climbs at Mount Nemo Conservation Area.
The city has a vibrant culinary scene featuring a range of high-quality eateries and several food-focused festivals such as Ribfest, which falls on Labor Day every year. Dozens of bars and nightclubs serve up live music late into the night for those looking for a party.
Just 30 miles from Toronto, Burlington is well-connected and benefits from its proximity to Canada's biggest city. The local VIA Rail station provides convenient rail links across the region, and Burlington is within driving distance of four different international airports.
Station Information
Where is the train station in St. Catharines?
Main departure station: 5 Great Western St
There is one train station in St. Catharines.
All train stations in St. Catharines:
5 Great Western St
Where is the train station in Burlington?
Image credit: Whpq
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd
Aldershot Station is Burlington's train station, located in the Aldershot neighborhood slightly southwest of downtown. The station consists of a spacious waiting area with public restrooms and several platforms for long-distance VIA Rail trains and commuter GO Transit trains. The station has two large parking lots, but it can sometimes be difficult to find a spot on weekdays. You can board VIA Rail's Windsor to Toronto line or Toronto to New York line from this station.
Train stations in Burlington:
Aldershot Station - 1199 Waterdown Rd
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