Does VIA Rail go to Kamloops?
VIA Rail Canada is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to North Kamloops. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability.
How much is a train ticket across Canada?
The 4,000-mile train journey across Canada is one of the world’s greatest travel experiences. The spectacular coast-to-coast trip offers some of the most breathtaking scenery found anywhere in the world. And the best part? You can travel across the country for just $558.
Where should I stop between Vancouver and Kamloops?
The Most Scenic Road Trip From Vancouver To Kamloops By Car
- Stanley Park. I climbed in the driver’s seat of the Ford Platinum Explorer to start off the first leg of the trip.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Capilano Suspension Bridge and Capilano CliffWalk.
Do VIA Rail tickets get more expensive?
Unlike plane tickets, Viarail tickets do not usually go on sale. The best price is usually the advance price, and they get more expensive closer to departure, and the better prices often sell out.
What is there to see between Vancouver and Kamloops?
The Thompson River and Canyon provide for a very scenic drive as the highway winds over and around mountains and down along side the river. You may even be able to see some rafting as it is very popular on the Thompson and Fraser.
What time does Rocky Mountaineer leave Vancouver?
Rocky Mountaineer Departure & Arrival Times:
| East Bound Departures | West Bound Departures |
|---|---|
| Day 1 – Vancouver to Kamloops Departure: 8:00am PT Arrival: 6:00pm-7:30pm PT | Day 1 – Jasper to Kamloops Departure: 8:30am MT Arrival: 5:30pm – 7:00pm PT |
Is Kamloops worth visiting?
Kamloops is a place that has a little bit of everything. Its downtown core offers plenty of shops, cafés, and restaurants to explore, and there are several options to experience the local art and culture scene in the heart of the city.
What makes Kamloops unique?
Kamloops is unique in that its adjacent hillsides are grass-covered with considerable sagebrush but little tree growth to the 900m level, creating what is known as an inverted tree line.
What is the difference between VIA Rail escape and Economy?
The difference between the two rates can be found by hovering your computer mouse over the fare column header. There are not only luggage restrictions, but also cancellation & ticket exchange rules. Escape fares are non-refundable, economy fares are refundable. Yes you would be in the same car.