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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Press to Joliette. The train trip from Press to Joliette is usually about 10 hours and 32 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 219 mi (353 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 32m |
| Lowest price | $68.04 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Press to Joliette?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Press to Joliette. 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 | 10h 32m | $68.04 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 1 daily trips between Press and Joliette. 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 Press and Joliette is approximately 219 miles, or 353 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 32 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 from Press to Joliette are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Press at 7:00am and arrives in Joliette around 10 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Joliette 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 Joliette to Press.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Press?
Main departure station: Press Train Station
There is one train station in Press.
All train stations in Press:
Press Train Station
Where is the train station in Joliette?
Main arrival station: Joliette VIA Station
Joliette has one train station.
All train stations in Joliette:
Joliette VIA Station
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