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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Saint-Paulin and Shawinigan. The average train journey from Saint-Paulin to Shawinigan takes 33 minutes, but some VIA Rail train trips are as short as 29 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (26 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 29m |
| Lowest price | £12.83 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Saint-Paulin to Shawinigan?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Saint-Paulin to Shawinigan. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 2 | 0h 33m | £12.83 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 2 daily trips between Saint-Paulin and Shawinigan. 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
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Saint-Paulin to Shawinigan. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Saint-Paulin at 17:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. 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 Saint-Paulin twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Shawinigan 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 Shawinigan to Saint-Paulin.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Saint-Paulin?
Main departure station: Saint-Paulin VIA Station
There is one train station in Saint-Paulin.
All train stations in Saint-Paulin:
Saint-Paulin VIA Station
Where is the train station in Shawinigan?
Main arrival station: Shawinigan VIA Station
Shawinigan receives travelers from Saint-Paulin at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Shawinigan:
Shawinigan VIA Station
Grand-Mère Station
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