The Abitibi and the Saguenay

Pass details

Why buy this

Departing 3 times a week these sister trains travel through a beautiful land of turbulent rivers, countless little lakes lost in deep forests and, depending on the season, the countryside will either be decked out in shades of green or covered by a thick white blanket of snow. The Saguenay river region boasts some of the most dramatic scenery in the province. Tiny scenic villages nestle between towering cliffs, deep fjords and icy waters. The Abitibi region is a sparsely populated land of lakes that was one of the last in Quebec to be settled. It's a place where dreams and hardships go hand in hand.

Potential stops / Your itinerary

Exciting gateways to Northern Quebec these trains run as one as far as Hervey and then divide before following their separate routes.

If you are traveling on a full fare ticket you may break your journey at any point en-route. If you are traveling on any form of discounted ticket (including student tickets) you cannot break your journey.

Why not break your journey at one of these stops?

What you get

Comfort (Economy) Class, is the only class available on this route, in Comfort class you get:

• Comfortable seat
• Footrest
• Headrest
• Large picture windows

What you don't get

Food and drink are not included in the fares on these trains and there are no on board dining facilities so please take your own.

How it works

You will be issued with a voucher, which must be exchanged at the departure station for your actual ticket. Before boarding the train you must take your voucher and passport to the VIA Rail ticket office where they will issue you the ticket for your journey. Please arrive at the station at least 1 hour prior to the departure of the train. VIA Rail only sell the same number of tickets as there are seats on board. If you do not have a reservation you will not be allowed to board unless there is space available, standing is not an option.

Cancellations and refunds

Vouchers which are lost, stolen or validated/exchanged cannot be refunded. Refunds are only accepted on vouchers returned to International Rail before the start of their validity. Vouchers returned for cancellation or alterations have a standard 15% cancellation/exchange fee in addition to an administrative charge per ticket. Cancellation/alteration fees will be charged on each voucher returned. Duplicate or replacement vouchers cannot be issued under any circumstances.