Classes and services on board

VIA Rail has recently renamed its classes to make it easier for you to understand the difference between the various classes and to make a more informed decision.

Please consult the following table to view the changes:

Whether you're travelling for business or pleasure, choose Business class for a superior on-board experience. You'll enjoy exclusive access to pre-boarding lounges in major stations, priority boarding, a delicious three-course meal included in the price of your ticket, wireless Internet access and more!

To find out if Business class is available on your departures in southern Ontario and southern Québec, visit our online booking engine

Yes, it is possible to book a suite (Romance by Rail) on board the Toronto-Vancouver train (the Canadian).

Enjoy a dream voyage in the intimacy of a suite. Let us spoil you: fresh flowers, chocolates on the pillow, top-quality sparkling wine when the train leaves... and every evening, if you spend more than one night aboard! Your spacious suite, comprising two combined cabins for two, will be the envy of other passengers. A queen-size bed with crisp bed linen and an inviting down duvet await you, as well as “his” and “hers” vanities and washrooms. And if you have a quick word with your attendant before retiring, he will bring you breakfast in bed!

To book your suite, call one of our ticket agents toll-free at 1888 VIA-RAIL (1 888 842-7245) or TTY 1 800 268-9503 (hearing impaired). The suite cannot be booked online.

The types of meals available vary greatly depending on the train and the class of service. For more information about the food and refreshments being served on your train, visit our meals section.

Seats are assigned in Economy class on certain trains.

If your booking confirmation does not show a seat number, you may choose your seat when you board the train.

Seats are always assigned in Business class and Touring class on the Jasper-Prince Rupert train. Accommodations are always assigned on all of our trains.