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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Shawinigan to Lac Edouard. The train trip from Shawinigan to Lac Edouard is usually about 3 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 72 mi (116 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | £11.72 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail Canada |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Shawinigan to Lac Edouard?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Shawinigan to Lac Edouard. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail Canada | 2 | 3h 20m | £11.72 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 2 daily trips between Shawinigan and Lac Edouard. 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 Shawinigan and Lac Edouard is approximately 72 miles, or 116 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours,
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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Shawinigan to Lac Edouard. 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 Shawinigan at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00. 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 Shawinigan twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Lac Edouard 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 Lac Edouard to Shawinigan.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Shawinigan?
Main departure station: Shawinigan VIA Station
There are two stations in Shawinigan where you can board the train to Lac Edouard.
All train stations in Shawinigan:
Shawinigan VIA Station
Grand-Mère Station
Where is the train station in Lac Edouard?
Main arrival station: VIA Station
Lac Edouard has one train station.
Train stations in Lac Edouard:
VIA Station
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