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World class skiing, decadent European style cuisine, ornamental cathedrals, peaceful island life…Canada is a patchwork of thriving cities and majestic wilderness. Montreal beckons travelers with its French charm and booming cultural landscape. In Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is a vision of Frank Gehry architecture and national artistic treasures. The gleaming mountain ranges of Banff set a stunning backdrop for an exploration of the Canadian Rockies.
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1. London Model Railroad Group
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Currently open to members only. Founded in 1938, the London Model Railroad Group is the owner and operator of the Lake Erie & International Railway, an highly detailed O-scale model railroad. The LMRG’s new 1,200 sq. ft. location enables the group to design and build a new model railroad from scratch, coupling the latest digital technologies in train, track, illumination, and accessory control, with tried and tested benchwork and scenery construction techniques. Our rectangular space allows for long runs and sweeping vistas, while letting visitors to get close to the action, activate accessories, and check out the detail, and whimsy, that the LE&I will provide. Stop by for a few sessions at no obligation to share your expertise and gain from ours. Then join us once you’ve experienced the fun! Admission free; donations welcome.
2. Evergreen Line Sky Train
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Evergreen Line is the new 11 kilometer addition to the Sky Train transit system travelling between Lafarge Lake to Lougheed Mall
Reviewed By faithandhope2live - Coquitlam, Canada
The long awaited Evergreen Line Skytrain finally opened on 2016 December 2. The Evergreen Line operates between VCC–Clark Station and Lafarge Lake–Douglas Station. Once in awhile we will take the Skytrain. The last time we took the skytrain was in August. That time was more than just transportation from one spot to the other. Because I sat on the first car and the front seat I can see where it goes. It was just like sitting on the driver seat. I can see the cars go along the track, ups and downs and turns; like a roller coaster. That was an exciting and entertaining ride. Happy Travelling!3)
3. SkyTrain
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4.5 based on 7,856 reviews
Reviewed By Karen1616
Such an easy and convenient way to get from Richmond to downtown Vancouver.. We traveled from the ferries by bus which dropped at the SkyTrain (Bridgeport) Station and within 20min the train is in downtown Vancouver... The fare was reasonable.. it is two Zones .. you can pay at the stations and have to scan card when entering and exiting SkyTrain areas so keep the compass card handy!
4. UP Express
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4.5 based on 3,139 reviews
Reviewed By E7132IClisak - Vancouver, Canada
I travel extensively and always use the UP Trip takes about 1/2 hour from downtown Tips -If you have a Presto card you save $3 -A Presto card allows you to skip the line to buy tickets - which can be very long (20 people in Friday) -it is NOT convenient unless you are stopping right downtown or at 2 other minor stops. If you have luggage and are staying in midtown, a cab may be cheaper. -if you have 4 or more in your group a cab is cheaper - but longer.
5. West Coast Express
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
West Coast Express (WCE) has been serving the Lower Mainland since 1995 and provides more than 2.8 million trips per year. Every weekday more than 11,000 customers get on/off WCE at one of eight stations going to/from downtown Vancouver and Mission. Whether you need to catch up on work, or catch a few Z’s – WCE makes your commute as comfortable as possible. Every car is equipped with a washroom and each train has a coffee bar located onboard. Our trains and stations are fully accessible and we can accommodate wheelchairs and scooters onboard our trains.
Reviewed By sashakeena - Vancouver, Canada
Traveled from home to downtown Waterfront station on my way out to Richmond. Easy way as you download a day pass on to your compass card & just tap your way along. Senior rate is very affordable. Thank you to the staff member at the Maple Ridge station for there help answer my questions.
6. Via Rail Canada
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4.0 based on 458 reviews
Reviewed By L7236JEtomw - Kingston, Canada
Travelled round trip between Kingston and Union Station, Toronto in business class to attend a Toronto Raptors game. This was the best decision that I have made for this route. Not only was the trip comfortable, the food exceptional and the service excellent, but I was relaxed at the end of every trip leg. Much better than having to be concerned about winter driving on Hwy 401. Would I do this again ? Definitely yes as it made the outing much more enjoyable.
7. Kaoham Shuttle
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4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Alofoz - Brisbane, Australia
This is the working rail shuttle between Lillooet CN station and Seton Portage station with a couple of whistle stops along the way. It's the working shuttle lifeline for these First Nations communities, BC Hydro and forrest workers, passing over a local dam, a major hydro station, carrying groceries, supplies and kids to and from school. So if you're expecting Disneyworld, go elsewhere. But hold on - it's one of the last few authentic, real two car rail experiences anywhere in North America. The shuttle run is over an hour - through a klm tunnel, alongside one of the most sheer mountain rock cliffs and a beautiful jade green shimmering glacial cut lake. Disney would require computer-generated graphics and couldn't afford the minimum wage on the local salmon runs or big horn sheep who live along the line. Advanced booking can be a hassle but if you get the hours on the phone and rock up 10 mins before the appointed time, it's straightforward. For 5 loonies each way, you couldn't make up a more breathtaking ride.
8. The Ocean Train
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4.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By travel-here-there
I have traveled the Canadian across Canada in both directions, but had never done the eastern experience. My sister and her husband had never done any long distance train, so this one day overnight route seemed a perfect post Christmas trip for us. I don't understand the reviews with people complaining about the different cabins or amenities not available to economy class passengers. The VIA website and booking process are quite clear about the services and what is available if you look and read. Besides, you get what you pay for. So if you want food included and access to the Park car, you must book in sleeper class. And when booking the sleeper accommodation, any of the sleeper offerings prefixed with "Renaissance" are the relatively newer cabins for two with a lavatory and some with also a private shower at the same price. These cabins do have door locks from the outside but are smaller in general -- both the cabin itself is smaller and the beds are narrower and in my opinion less comfortable than the historic Budd stainless equipment that is added to this train during peak periods. There are only sleeper cabins for 2 available on the Ren equipment. Single travelers can book a double cabin for almost double the price if they wish to have it to themselves. There is also classic Budd sleeper equipment from the 1950s, typically the Chateau series cars on this train and last renovated in the 1990s so they are getting a bit worn. However, the options and costs are more flexible including the berths for one or two (open sections) in upper and lower bunk arrangements as the name indicates. These only have a heavy curtain separating them from the aisle at night and no electrical outlets for charging devices. There are also double cabins with a lavatory in the cabin. These are somewhat larger than on the Ren equipment and have wider and more comfortable beds with a lot more storage space available either above the lav or under the bed or in the narrow side closet. These cabins only lock from the inside, so if you're concerned about any belongings, take your phone and wallet with you, but I've never heard of issues and the cabin attendant is always nearby and knows who belongs and is staying in the car. These Chateau's also have the classic roomettes for singles which are small, but effective for sitting or sleeping when the bed pulls down. They also each have their own toilet and sink. Further, for families or a group, you can book the cabin for three (the "A") which is really big and has a full couch with only one of the three beds the upper bunk. Each sleeper car also has a shower stall at the end of the car, shared by all those in the car and an indicator when it is occupied. The food is excellent for being what VIA calls "catered" and not chef prepared like on the Canadian. I found it delicious and varied and 1000 times better than Amtrak. The whole experience and staff were pleasant and enjoyable. One difference with this train vs the Canadian is it has more local travelers on it than tourists so most people are visiting friends or going home or whatever. That also meant fewer people seemed to be going the whole route and many got on or off in Campbellton, Moncton, and other intermediate stops. It also seemed the Park car lounge and dome was far less crowded than you'd ever have on the Canadian. I'd highly recommend this trip as an introduction to overnight train travel to see if you'd like it despite only having one night to try adjust to the sounds/motion of a train while sleeping. And if you do the return route, you could book different kinds of cabins each way to see which you prefer.
