How much is the train ticket from St. Catharines to Toronto?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Catharines to Toronto start from R 253. The average price for this train route is around R 327. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Catharines to Toronto?

The average train journey time from St. Catharines to Toronto is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 66 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the St. Catharines to Toronto route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Go Transit , VIA Rail Canada .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Catharines to Toronto?

The earliest train from St. Catharines to Toronto departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 21:42.

Which is the best train operator from St. Catharines to Toronto?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is VIA Rail Canada , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 4692 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from St. Catharines to Toronto?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Go Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.2.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from St. Catharines to Toronto?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is VIA Rail Canada , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from St. Catharines to Toronto?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is VIA Rail Canada , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Train St. Catharines to Toronto from R 242 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	2h 5m	23:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:31	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	15:18	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	No tags
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	No tags
VIA Rail + Union Pearson Express	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	20:53	Bloor GO	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:31	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	15:18	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	No tags
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	4h 7m	22:15	Exhibition GO	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:31	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	15:18	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	No tags
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	4h 7m	22:15	Exhibition GO	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:31	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	15:18	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	No tags
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	4h 7m	22:15	Exhibition GO	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:30	St Catharines GO	1h 49m	14:19	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
Train	16:28	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	18:15	Exhibition GO	Fastest
Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 15m	20:23	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:42	St Catharines GO	1h 48m	23:30	Exhibition GO	No tags
Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 15m	20:23	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:30	St Catharines GO	1h 49m	14:19	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
Train	16:28	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	18:15	Exhibition GO	Fastest
Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 15m	20:23	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:42	St Catharines GO	1h 48m	23:30	Exhibition GO	No tags
Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 15m	20:23	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Toronto on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:31	St Catharines GO	1h 47m	15:18	Exhibition GO	Cheapest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	1h 35m	19:43	Union Station	No tags
	Train	21:15	St Catharines GO	1h 56m	23:11	Exhibition GO	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	Train	18:08	VIA Rail Station	4h 7m	22:15	Exhibition GO	No tags

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Compare 4 ways to travel from St. Catharines to Toronto

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Toronto. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 364, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

1h 5mAverage duration

63 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 99 - R 812	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 253 - R 979	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 364 - R 365	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 232 - R 379	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Go Transit

3.5/5106 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4.2

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 701 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 4701 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 387

VIA Rail St. Catharines Toronto recent customer reviews

Hour delay before being picked up. Missed go train home by 2min as via was late

Evan S.

12 October 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Catharines to Toronto by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from St. Catharines to Toronto?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Catharines to Toronto start from R 253. The average price for this train route is around R 327. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Catharines to Toronto?
The average train journey time from St. Catharines to Toronto is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 66 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the St. Catharines to Toronto route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Go Transit, VIA Rail Canada.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Catharines to Toronto?
The earliest train from St. Catharines to Toronto departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 21:42.
Which is the best train operator from St. Catharines to Toronto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is VIA Rail Canada, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 4692 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from St. Catharines to Toronto?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Go Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.2.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from St. Catharines to Toronto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is VIA Rail Canada, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from St. Catharines to Toronto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is VIA Rail Canada, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 244

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R 244

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R 244

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R 244

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R 244

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R 244

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R 244

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R 244

The cheapest trip from St. Catharines to Toronto was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 244

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

You can expect to pay from R 244 to R 685 for a train ticket from St. Catharines to Toronto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 244, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually VIA Rail Canada will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.