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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Bathurst to Portage la Prairie per day. The average train journey from Bathurst to Portage la Prairie takes 64 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 1483 mi (2387 km) |
Fastest train | 64h 0m |
Lowest price | $229.43 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail Canada |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bathurst to Portage la Prairie?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Bathurst 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 Canada | 1 | 2d 16h 6m | $229.43 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Bathurst 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 Bathurst and Portage la Prairie is approximately 1483 miles, or 2387 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 64 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 Bathurst to Portage la Prairie 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 Bathurst at 9:00pm and arrives in Portage la Prairie around 64 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bathurst?
Main departure station: Bathurst VIA Station
There is one train station in Bathurst.
All train stations in Bathurst:
Bathurst VIA Station
Where is the train station in Portage la Prairie?
Main arrival station: Portage la Prairie VIA Station
Portage la Prairie has one train station.
All train stations in Portage la Prairie:
Portage la Prairie VIA Station
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