VIA Rail - The Skeena
Often referred to as “The Skeena” this two day, daylight journey takes you from Jasper in the Rockies to Prince Rupert on the Pacific coast. Travelling past Mt Robson, it crosses the interior plateau of British Columbia with an overnight stop in Prince George (not included), then along the Skeena River valley, covering a distance of 725 miles. It operates three times a week each way.
Economy Class: A comfortable seat with headrest. Meals are not included.
Touring Class: Available in peak season on selected dates, enjoy sweeping views though large windows. Meals appropriate to time of day are included.
Depart Jasper (Sun, Wed, Fr): 12.45pm
Arrive Prince George 7.10pm
Depart Prince George (Mon, Thu, Sat): 8am
Arrive Prince Rupert 8.25pm
Depart Prince Rupert (Sun, Wed, Fri) 8am
Arrive Prince George 8.30pm
Depart Prince George (Mon, Thu, Sat): 9.45am
Arrive Jasper 6.30pm
Economy Class 01 Jan – 31 Dec
Touring Class
From Jasper:
Jun 16, 21, 25, 30
Jul 05, 09, 14, 19, 23, 28
Aug 02, 06, 11, 16, 20, 25, 30
Sep 03, 08, 13, 17, 22, 27
From Prince Rupert:
Jun 18, 23, 28
Jul 02, 07, 12, 16, 21, 26, 30
Aug 04, 09, 13, 18, 23, 27
Sep 01, 06, 10, 15, 20, 24, 29
Rail travel can sometimes be subject to unforeseen delays; it is advised that you do not arrange any connecting transportation on the day of arrival in any city.