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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Saskatoon to Portage la Prairie per day. The average train journey from Saskatoon to Portage la Prairie takes 11 hours and 18 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 393 mi (633 km) |
| Fastest train | 11h 18m |
| Lowest price | £64.48 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Saskatoon to Portage la Prairie?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Saskatoon to Portage la Prairie. 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 | 11h 18m | £64.48 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Saskatoon and Portage la Prairie. 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 Saskatoon and Portage la Prairie is approximately 393 miles, or 633 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 18 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 departing from Saskatoon to Portage la Prairie tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Saskatoon at 06:00 and arrives in Portage la Prairie around 11 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Portage la Prairie 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 Portage la Prairie to Saskatoon.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Saskatoon?
Main departure station: Saskatoon
There is one train station in Saskatoon.
All train stations in Saskatoon:
Saskatoon
Where is the train station in Portage la Prairie?
Main arrival station: Portage la Prairie VIA Station
Portage la Prairie has one train station.
Train stations in Portage la Prairie:
Portage la Prairie VIA Station
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