Baggage
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Carry-on baggage
To ensure that you enjoy a smooth and hassle-free boarding and travel experience, VIA Rail has introduced a new and improved carry-on baggage policy.
CARRY-ON BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
ECONOMY CLASS


1 personal item
Max. 11.5 kg (25 lb.)
Max. 43 x 15 x 33 cm
(17 x 6 x 13 in.)


1 large item
- Max. 23 kg (50 lb.)
Max. 158 linear cm
(62 linear in.)

2 small items
Max. 11.5 kg (25 lb.) each
Max. 54.5 x 39.5 x 23 cm
(21.5 x 15.5 x 9 in.) each
ADDITIONAL CARRY-ON ITEM ALLOWED
One (1) additional item of up to 23 kg (50 lb.) is allowed, for a fee
of $40 tax included (per direction)
BUSINESS class


1 personal item
Max. 11.5 kg (25 lb.)
Max. 43 x 15 x 33 cm
(17 x 6 x 13 in.)

2 large items
Max. 23 kg (50 lb.) each
Max. 158 linear cm
(62 linear in.) each
ADDITIONAL CARRY-ON ITEM ALLOWED
One (1) additional item of up to 23 kg (50 lb.) is allowed, for a fee
of $40 tax included (per direction)
YOUTH from 12 to 25 years old


1 personal item
Max. 11.5 kg (25 lb.)
Max. 43 x 15 x 33 cm
(17 x 6 x 13 in.)

2 large items
Max. 23 kg (50 lb.) each
Max. 158 linear cm
(62 linear in.) each
ADDITIONAL CARRY-ON ITEM ALLOWED
One (1) additional item of up to 23 kg (50 lb.) is allowed, for a fee
of $40 tax included (per direction)
SLEEPER PLUS / Prestige class


1 personal item per person
- Max. 11,5 kg (25 lb.)
- Max. 43 x 15 x 33 cm
- (17 x 6 x 13 in.)

2 small items per cabin
- Max. 11,5 kg (25 lb.) each
- Max. 54,5 x 39,5 x 23 cm
- (21,5 x 15,5 x 9 in.) each
ADDITIONAL CARRY-ON ITEM ALLOWED
None (additional bags must be checked)
Accepted carry-on items
Please refer to the grid below to see what you can bring as your carry-on baggage as specific restrictions apply to the transport of some items that you might need to check. If an item needs to be checked, choose a train for which the check-in service is offered.
ITEM |
ACCEPTED AS |
MUST BE |
DETAILS |
Airway pressure devices for people with sleep apnea |
X |
|
Travellers with respiratory problems can bring an oxygen concentrator or CPAP machine on board with them.Compressed oxygen cylinders are subject to the following restrictions:
|
Compressed oxygen cylinders |
X |
|
Travellers with respiratory problems can bring an oxygen concentrator, a CPAP machine or a compressed oxygen cylinder on boardwith them. Compressed oxygen cylinders are subject to the following restrictions:
|
Medical equipment
|
X* |
|
*Medical equipment such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines, portable oxygen tanks, walkers, canes, and wheelchairs are accepted on board and do not count toward the carry-on baggage allowance.
|
Kirpans |
X* |
|
*Kirpans are accepted as long as they are not visible to other travellers and remain in their sheath at all times while on board the train. |
Hockey bags |
X* |
X Renaissance train |
*Junior-sized hockey bags that are no more than 158 linear cm (62 linear in.) are accepted as carry-on baggage on HEP and LRC trains. |
Hockey sticks*
|
X* |
X Renaissance train |
*Travellers can bring a hockey stick or document tube in addition to the allowed carry-on baggage, except in Renaissance cars, where these items must be checked due to a lack of space to safely store them. |
Coolers
|
X* |
|
*Only small coolers with an airtight lid are permitted on board. |
Musical instruments
|
X* |
X Renaissance train |
Standard-size musical instruments can be brought on board and count as part of the carry-on baggage allowance. *This policy does not apply to Renaissance cars, as they lack the space to safely store a guitar or cello. However, such non-standard items can be checked into the baggage car. |
Golf bags
|
X* |
X Renaissance train |
Golf bags can be brought on board and count as part of the carry-on baggage allowance. *This policy does not apply to Renaissance cars, as they lack the space to safely store a golf bag. However, such non-standard items can be checked into the baggage car. |
Skis
|
X* |
X Renaissance train |
Skis can be brought on board and count as part of the carry-on baggage allowance. *This policy does not apply to Renaissance cars, as they lack the space to safely store skis. However, such non-standard items can be checked into the baggage car. |
Ice skates
|
X* |
|
*Skates must be transported in a closed bag.
|
Snowboards
|
X* |
X Renaissance train |
A snowboard can be brought on board and counts as part of the carry-on baggage allowance. *This policy does not apply to Renaissance cars, as they lack the space to safely store a snowboard. However, such non-standard items can be checked into the baggage car. |
Travel items for infants and children under the age of 2 |
X |
|
Infants and toddlers (with a reserved seat or travelling on a parent’s lap) are entitled to the same carry-on baggage allowance as their adult companion. |
Portable strollers |
X |
|
Strollers not exceeding 25.5 cm (10 in.) in diameter or 92 cm (36 in.) in length when folded are accepted on board, and do not count toward the carry-on baggage allowance. Checked strollersare transported at the owner’s risk. |
Portable playpens
|
X |
Portable playpens are accepted on board and count toward the infant’s/toddler’s carry-on baggage allowance. |
|
Children’s car seat |
X |
|
Car seats are accepted on board and do not count toward the carry-on baggage allowance if the child for whom it is intended is also on board.
If the child is not travelling with the individual who is transporting the car seat, the seat will count toward the traveller’s carry-on baggage allowance. |
Document tubes* |
X |
|
A maximum of one (1) document tube per traveller is permitted. The tube must not exceed 15.25 cm (6 in.) in diameter or 137 cm (54 in.) in length. |
Folding bicycles |
X |
|
Folding bicycles must be packed in a bag whose dimensions can be easily measured. With the bicycle inside, the bag must not exceed 62 linear in. |
Plants |
X |
|
Plants must be wrapped and must not exceed the maximum dimensions allowed. |
Military bags |
X |
|
Members of the Department of National Defence (DND) travelling on official business: These travellers are permitted to bring more baggage on board than the normal allowance, as these items may be essential to national security (subject to certain conditions*). There is no limit to the number of bags they are permitted to bring on board.VIA Rail staff will propose the checked baggage service for excess carry-on baggage when available. *Conditions: If baggage items exceed 23 kg (50 lb.), these travellers are responsible for transporting their own baggage and must be able to do so. |
Personal food items aboard
|
X |
|
Passengers cannot bring their own food to refrigerate or heat up unless it is for:
|
Items NOT accepted as Carry-On baggage
If an item needs to be checked, choose a train for which the check-in service is offered.
ITEM |
ACCEPTED AS |
MUST BE |
DETAILS |
|
NO |
YES |
|
Household appliances |
NO |
YES |
|
Firearms and sharp objects
|
NO |
YES |
Exceptions: Police Officer travelling on a VIA train while on duty. |
Camping equipment
|
NO |
YES |
|
Bicycles |
NO |
YES |
|
Oversized boxes
|
NO |
YES |
|
Explosives and flammable liquids
|
NO |
NO |
|
Trunks |
NO |
YES |
|
Computer screens with cathode ray tubes |
NO |
NO |
|
Machinery parts |
NO |
YES |
|
Tires |
NO |
YES |
|
Display cases
|
NO |
YES |
|
Cradles |
NO |
YES |
|
Televisions
|
NO |
YES |
|
Weapons and sharp objects |
NO |
YES |
|
Lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries *Batteries used in motorized wheelchairs or similar devices for the mobility-impaired are allowed. |
YES |
NO |
Each spare battery or installed in an electronic device must not exceed:
You can carry no more than two spare lithium ion batteries with a rating over 100 Wh but less than 160 Wh. Prohibited vehicles include: hoverboards, AirBoards, electric skateboards, airwheels, mini-Segways, balance wheels, battery-assisted bikes and electric scooters. |