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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Ashcroft to Wainwright per day. The average train journey from Ashcroft to Wainwright takes 25 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 469 mi (754 km) |
Fastest train | 25h 0m |
Lowest price | $126.33 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail Canada |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Ashcroft to Wainwright?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Ashcroft to Wainwright. 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 | 1d 1h 12m | $126.33 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Ashcroft and Wainwright. 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 Ashcroft and Wainwright is approximately 469 miles, or 754 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 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 Ashcroft to Wainwright are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Ashcroft at 7:00pm and arrives in Wainwright around 25 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Wainwright 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 Wainwright to Ashcroft.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Ashcroft?
Main departure station: Ashcroft VIA Station
There is one train station in Ashcroft.
All train stations in Ashcroft:
Ashcroft VIA Station
Where is the train station in Wainwright?
Main arrival station: Wainwright VIA Station
Wainwright has one train station.
All train stations in Wainwright:
Wainwright VIA Station
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