The Ocean (VIA 14) is VIA Rail's historic overnight train from Montreal Central to Halifax, covering 1,346 km in approximately 21 hours through New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Operating since 1904, it is one of the oldest named trains in North America. Sleeper Plus cabins and coaches are offered through the Maritime provinces to the Atlantic coast.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montreal Central Station Montreal | Start | 18:00 |
| 2 | Gare du Palais (Quebec City) Quebec City | 21:45 | 22:00 |
| 3 | Halifax VIA Rail Station Halifax | 15:07 (+1d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Canada railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
The Ocean (VIA 14) is VIA Rail's historic overnight train from Montreal Central to Halifax, covering 1,346 km in approximately 21 hours through New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Operating since 1904, it is one of the oldest named trains in North America. Sleeper Plus cabins and coaches are offered through the Maritime provinces to the Atlantic coast.
The train runs on Sun, Tue, Thu. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 21h 7m.
Available travel classes include Economy, Sleeper Plus, Prestige. Fares start from CAD 280 for Economy.
Book The Ocean tickets at viarail.ca, the official VIA Rail portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach. Bedrolls are typically provided in sleeper classes. Passengers should carry a light jacket as air conditioning can be cold overnight.
Standard seating, most affordable class
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book The Ocean tickets at viarail.ca, the official VIA Rail portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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Contact VIA Rail for schedule info via their official website or helpdesk.
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