Via Rail Discount Codes Canada 2026

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Via Rail Canada Savings Tips

Student Discounts at Via Rail

Via Rail offers student discounts on Economy and Sleeper Class travel, varying by day, time, and seat availability. Additional savings include booking on Discount Tuesdays, advance purchases, and newsletter subscriptions. For details, contact Via Rail, check prices logged in as a student, and have a valid student ID ready. Terms may change seasonally.

Via Rail Credit Card Discounts

Visa Infinite and Visa Infinite Privilege cardholders receive a 7.5% discount on Via Rail purchases. To qualify, users must present a valid card at the time of booking. Conditions may apply; check with Via Rail for details.

Loyalty Programs for Via Rail Passengers

VIA Précéference is a free loyalty program where members earn points for train trips, redeemable for tickets. Points don’t expire but accounts may be cancelled if inactive. Membership tiers—Member, Privilège, and Premier—offer faster points accumulation and exclusive coupons. Enrollment is online, requiring a VIA profile. The program was revamped on 18 November to enhance earning opportunities and elite status benefits.

Military Discounts with Via Rail

Via Rail offers a 25% discount on best available fares for qualifying military members, veterans, and their immediate family (up to 5). Valid on all trains (excluding Prestige). ID required includes CF One card or discharge documents. Additional benefits include extra baggage allowance and waived fees for items up to 32 kg. Cannot combine with other discounts; tickets must be booked in advance.

Via Rail Group Discounts

Via Rail offers discounts for groups of 10 or more traveling together on adult regular fares in Economy class. Group leaders receive one free ticket for every 20 purchased, up to a maximum of four. Booking must be done at least 10 days in advance. Group leaders and guides must travel in the same car as the group. For bookings, call 1-888-VIA-RAIL or complete the group information request form.

Via Rail Payment Options

For online purchases at Via Rail, payment options include credit cards, select debit cards (not all accepted), VIA Rail gift cards, and VIA Préviférence points. In-station purchases allow cash, credit, and debit cards. Verify debit card compatibility for online use.

Via Rail Sale Discounts

Via Rail offers various discounts: Book on Tuesdays for weekly savings, students receive 10% off with valid ID, and CAA members benefit from exclusive year-round discounts. Seasonal sales provide additional promotions; sign up for their newsletter for updates. Savings usually range from 10-15%. Terms apply.

Via Rail Senior Discounts

Seniors aged 65 and older qualify for discounts on VIA Rail train travel across Canada. Verification of age is required at ticket purchase or travel. Discounts vary by route and class; select "Senior (65+)" when booking. Check VIA Rail for current rates and terms.

Via Rail Returns Information

Return and refund options for Via Rail vary by fare class. Escape fares are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Economy fares can be exchanged with fees and partially refunded; Economy Plus fares are exchangeable and fully refundable. Business fares incur exchange fees and partial refunds; Business Plus is fully refundable. Long Distance Sleeper Plus discounted fares have a 10% fee, while regular fares are fully refundable. Prestige class is fully refundable if requested over 90 days before departure. All refunds must be requested before departure, and changes can be made via the website, app, or by calling 1-888-VIA-RAIL.