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VIA Rail The Skeena Train: Know Before You Go

Now you have booked your VIA Rail holiday onboard the Skeena route we have put together a helpful guide on what to expect before you travel.

Boarding

Travelling onboard the Skeena Train it is advised that guests arrive at the train station one hour prior before departure to allow for time to check in and check in any luggage. Your journey from Jasper to Prince Rupert is a daylight train you will disembark the train in Prince George for the evening before boarding again the following day to continue to Prince Rupert.

Baggage

Guests traveling onboard the Skeena Train in economy class are permitted to bring the following baggage:

1 personal item

Item that must fit under the seat in front of you (purse, laptop bag, small backpack, etc.)

Max. size: 43 x 33 x 15 cm (17 x 13 x 6 in)

Max. weight: 11.5 kg (25 lb)

1 carry-on item

One (1) MEDIUM bag

Max. size: 64 x 41 x 30 cm (25 x 16 x 12 in)

Max. weight: 23 kg (50 lb)

You are also permitted to bring 2 large checked bags Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in), Max. weight 23 kg (50 lb). Any bags over the listed weight may be charged this is payable locally.

Details on medical equipment you are allowed to bring onboard can be found on VIA Rail website:

https://www.viarail.ca/en/plan/baggages/medical-items

Travelling with children please see VIA Rail's dedicated page on to restrictions on bringing car seats and prams onboard:

https://www.viarail.ca/en/plan/baggages/toddlers-infants

Meals Onboard

There is no meal service onboard the Skeena Train there is snacks and drinks available onboard to purchase. We recommend purchasing some food you can take onboard prior to departure.

Please note the forms of payments available onboard:

Forms of payment on board:Credit Cards: VISA, Mastercard & American Express, Cash

Not accepted:VIA Rail Gift Cards, Debit Cards and Prepaid Credit Card

If you have any questions, our customer service team will be happy to help.

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