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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Prince Rupert to Ashcroft per day. The average train journey from Prince Rupert to Ashcroft takes 71 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 454 mi (730 km) |
Fastest train | 71h 0m |
Lowest price | $169.77 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail Canada |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Prince Rupert to Ashcroft?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Prince Rupert to Ashcroft. 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 Canada | 1 | 2d 22h 50m | $169.77 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Prince Rupert and Ashcroft. 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 Prince Rupert and Ashcroft is approximately 454 miles, or 730 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 71 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.
Trains from Prince Rupert to Ashcroft are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Prince Rupert at 8:00am and arrives in Ashcroft around 70 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ashcroft to Prince Rupert.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Prince Rupert?
Main departure station: Prince Rupert VIA Station
There is one train station in Prince Rupert.
All train stations in Prince Rupert:
Prince Rupert VIA Station
Where is the train station in Ashcroft?
Main arrival station: Ashcroft VIA Station
Ashcroft has one train station.
All train stations in Ashcroft:
Ashcroft VIA Station
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