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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Bird to Thicket Portage. Traveling by train from Bird to Thicket Portage usually takes around 12 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest VIA Rail train can make the trip in 12 hours and 22 minutes.
Distance | 160 mi (257 km) |
Fastest train | 12h 22m |
Lowest price | £42.35 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bird to Thicket Portage?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Bird to Thicket Portage. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
VIA Rail | 2 | 12h 30m | £42.65 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 2 daily trips between Bird and Thicket Portage. 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 Bird and Thicket Portage is approximately 160 miles, or 257 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 22 minutes.
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.
Trains from Bird to Thicket Portage are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Bird at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 04:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Bird twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Thicket Portage with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Thicket Portage to Bird.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bird?
Main departure station: Bird VIA Station
There is one train station in Bird.
All train stations in Bird:
Bird VIA Station
Where is the train station in Thicket Portage?
Main arrival station: Thicket Portage Train Station
Thicket Portage receives travelers from Bird at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Thicket Portage:
Thicket Portage Train Station
Hockin Train Station
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