How much does a cheap train ticket from Winnipeg to Edmonton cost?

The average train ticket price from Winnipeg to Edmonton is £131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Winnipeg to Edmonton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Winnipeg to Edmonton?

A train trip between Winnipeg and Edmonton is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 741 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Winnipeg and Edmonton?

The number of trains from Winnipeg to Edmonton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Winnipeg to Edmonton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Winnipeg to Edmonton?

When taking the train from Winnipeg to Edmonton, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.

Train Winnipeg to Edmonton from £99 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Winnipeg to Edmonton on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	Fastest
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Winnipeg to Edmonton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	Fastest
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags
Train	21:30	Winnipeg, MB	1d	20:50	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Winnipeg to Edmonton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edmonton. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13h 30mAverage duration

741 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£167 - £169	Average duration19h 50m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£109 - £763	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 109kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£61 - £156	Average duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,655 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

According to customer reviews, the train service has been criticized for being unbelievably slow and having completely unreliable timetables. Some customers mention that being half an hour late is acceptable, but overall there are concerns about the punctuality of the trains.

VIA Rail Winnipeg Edmonton recent customer reviews

Train was very late, people had to wait really long, you should be in touch with passengers on email, so we can arrive accordingly, a source to heating food is very important as there are not lot of restaurants on the way, the cafeteria has very limited choice of food, the train was very clean and seats were very comfortable the staffs were very good and helpful

Abdul Rahman Z.

5 July 2025

Everything is good 👍

Uchenna E.

11 January 2025

Timing is important; however half an hour late is acceptable

Samuel N.

15 October 2022

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Winnipeg to Edmonton by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Winnipeg to Edmonton cost?
The average train ticket price from Winnipeg to Edmonton is £131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Winnipeg to Edmonton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Winnipeg to Edmonton?
A train trip between Winnipeg and Edmonton is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 741 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Winnipeg and Edmonton?
The number of trains from Winnipeg to Edmonton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Winnipeg to Edmonton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Winnipeg to Edmonton?
When taking the train from Winnipeg to Edmonton, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Winnipeg to Edmonton was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £133

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Winnipeg to Edmonton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £133 to £1,352 for a train ticket from Winnipeg to Edmonton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £141, which is on 2025-11-17.