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Checked Baggage
Checked baggage service is available specifically on long distance and regional routes. Please make sure to confirm that this service is offered on your train before its departure.
Baggage must be checked at least 45 minutes before departure at terminal stations and 30 minutes at intermediate stations. Please also be sure to confirm at what time the station opens.
For security reasons, please note that checked baggage is not allowed on board without its owner. Also, if you are planning a connection with one of our travel partners, please consult their website for information on their baggage policy.
Checked baggage allowance may differ whether you are traveling on a long distance train only or on connecting trains.
IMPORTANT: Determined to listen to our passengers following the unveiling of VIA Rail’s new baggage policy, we are gathering and analyzing their feedback to assess if and how we could better meet the baggage needs of our passengers. In the meantime, to ensure a smooth transition for our passengers, we are waiving the fees outlined in each baggage allowance on all routes and for a limited time.
Escape / Economy / Economy plus
Checked baggage
Two (2) LARGEbaggage
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in)
Max. weight 23 kg (50 lb)
Maximum size and weight restrictions Oversized baggage Surcharges for overweight or oversized items apply to checked baggage only.
Overweight baggage
Between 23 and 32 kg (50 and 70 lb)
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Between 154 and 180 linear cm (61 and 71 linear in)*
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
* Linear dimensions are obtained by adding the length, width and height.
Touring / Sleeper plus / Prestige
Checked baggage Two (2) LARGEbaggage
Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in) each
Max. weight: 23 kg (50 lb) each
Maximum size and weight restrictions Oversized baggage Surcharges for overweight or oversized items apply to checked baggage only.
Overweight baggage
Between 23 and 32 kg (50 and 70 lb)
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Between 154 and 180 linear cm (61 and 71 linear in)*
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
* Linear dimensions are obtained by adding the length, width and height.
IMPORTANT: Determined to listen to our passengers following the unveiling of VIA Rail’s new baggage policy, we are gathering and analyzing their feedback to assess if and how we could better meet the baggage needs of our passengers. In the meantime, to ensure a smooth transition for our passengers, we are waiving the fees outlined in each baggage allowance on all routes and for a limited time.
Escape / Economy / Economy plus
Checked baggage
Three (3) LARGEbaggage
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in)
Max. weight: 23 kg (50 lb)
Maximum size and weight restrictions Oversized baggage Surcharges for overweight or oversized items apply to checked baggage only.
Overweight baggage
Between 23 and 32 kg (50 and 70 lb).
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Between 154 and 180 linear cm (61 and 71 linear in)*
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
* Linear dimensions are obtained by adding the length, width and height.
Touring / Sleeper plus / Prestige
Checked baggage Two (2) LARGE baggage
Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in) each
Max. weight: 23 kg (50 lb) each
Additional checked baggage Two (2) additional baggage
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Max. size: 76 x 48 x 30 cm (30 x 19 x 12 in) each
Max. weight: 23 kg (50 lb) each
Maximum size and weight restrictions Oversized baggage Surcharges for overweight or oversized items apply to checked baggage only.
Overweight baggage
Between 23 and 32 kg (50 and 70 lb).
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
Between 154 and 180 linear cm (61 and 71 linear in).*
Fee: $25 + tax per item and per direction.
* Linear dimensions are obtained by adding the length, width and height.
Special items
The following items will be accepted as checked baggage**. Click on each section for more details.
Baggage for toddlers and infants
Medical items
Musical instruments
Sports and recreational equipment
Special items
** Some fees may apply.
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