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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Laurier to Thicket Portage. The train trip from Laurier to Thicket Portage is usually about 17 hours and 15 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest VIA Rail train can get you there in as little as 17 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 316 mi (508 km) |
| Fastest train | 17h 7m |
| Lowest price | £81.43 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Laurier to Thicket Portage?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Laurier to Thicket Portage. 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 | 17h 15m | £81.73 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Laurier 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 Laurier and Thicket Portage is approximately 316 miles, or 508 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 17 hours and 7 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Laurier to Thicket Portage on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Laurier at 16:00 and arrives in Thicket Portage around 17 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Thicket Portage 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 Thicket Portage to Laurier.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Laurier?
Main departure station: Laurier VIA Station
There is one train station in Laurier.
All train stations in Laurier:
Laurier VIA Station
Where is the train station in Thicket Portage?
Main arrival station: Thicket Portage Train Station
Thicket Portage receives travelers from Laurier at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Thicket Portage:
Thicket Portage Train Station
Hockin Train Station
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