VIA Rail Expands Service Between Ottawa and Toronto with New Early Morning and Increased Midday Departures
VIA Rail is excited to announce expanded service options between Ottawa and Toronto, including several new departures. The new early-morning departure, train number 641, will operate from Monday to Thursday, departing from Ottawa at 4:19 a.m. and arriving in Toronto at 8:48 a.m. This service will include stops at Kingston, Belleville, Cobourg, and Port Hope.
“In recent months, stakeholders and frequent passengers from Eastern Ontario have emphasized the significance of early-morning VIA Rail services for their communities, and we took great care to listen and act on this feedback,” said Mario Péloquin, President and Chief Executive Officer. “This is why we are looking forward to offering this option for passengers who wish to travel to Toronto before 9 a.m., whether for business or leisure. We hope, and are confident, that they will answer the call and help us make this new frequency a success.”
VIA Rail will monitor passenger feedback and usage of this new early departure over the following months, making adjustments as necessary to better serve our travelers.
Increased Midday Service
Furthermore, train 644, previously available only from Friday to Sunday, will now operate daily beginning May 27. This change is designed to provide passengers with additional midday travel options, enhancing overall flexibility.
Bookings for these new services will be available starting April 29, 2024. VIA Rail is dedicated to balancing the travel needs of our passengers with the optimal use of our resources, aiming to serve the greatest number of Canadians effectively.
