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Windsor to Toronto Train Tickets & Timetable

The Windsor to Toronto train is a VIA Rail Corridor service running from Windsor station to Toronto Union Station. Trains usually call at Chatham, London, Woodstock, Brantford, Aldershot, and Oakville before reaching downtown Toronto. The route is about 360 km by rail, with around 4 daily departures in one direction on most travel dates. The fastest schedules take about 4 hours 6 minutes, while slower trips take around 4 hours 35 minutes depending on stops and rail traffic. Economy and Business Class are available on many departures, with all seats reserved. One-way fares start from about CAD 54 ($40 USD) for the lowest Economy advance fares and can rise to around CAD 190 ($140 USD) for flexible or Business fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for peak summer, Christmas and New Year, Easter, and long weekends.
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Toronto

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Morning trains

05:35
WindsorStation
4h 35m
10:10
TorontoStation
Direct
viarail 70
from
83 USD
1
4h 35m, Direct
05:35
WindsorStation
10:10
TorontoStation
from
83 USD
1
Direct
08:43
WindsorStation
4h 28m
13:11
TorontoStation
Direct
viarail 72
from
90 USD
1
4h 28m, Direct
08:43
WindsorStation
13:11
TorontoStation
from
90 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

13:06
WindsorStation
4h 7m
17:13
TorontoStation
Direct
viarail 76
from
90 USD
1
4h 7m, Direct
13:06
WindsorStation
17:13
TorontoStation
from
90 USD
1
Direct
17:40
WindsorStation
4h 10m
21:50
TorontoStation
Direct
viarail 78
from
83 USD
1
4h 10m, Direct
17:40
WindsorStation
21:50
TorontoStation
from
83 USD
1
Direct
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First train

05:35
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Last train

17:40
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Travel duration

4h 21m
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Daily departures

4
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Departure station

Windsor
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Arrival station

Toronto
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Ticket price

$45
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How to Book Train Tickets Online from Windsor to Toronto

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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for the Windsor to Toronto train operated by VIA Rail on the Quebec City - Windsor Corridor. Select a departure from Windsor station, compare Economy and Business options where offered, and book online.
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After payment, your Windsor to Toronto confirmation is sent by email. Most VIA Rail Corridor bookings are issued as electronic tickets that can be shown on a phone at boarding.
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Pay for Windsor to Toronto VIA Rail tickets with major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other supported digital payment methods. Online payments are protected with standard card security checks.
24/7 Human Customer Support
Human support agents are available 24/7 for Windsor to Toronto booking questions, schedule changes, station details, and ticket delivery issues before departure from Windsor station.
Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations
Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the fare type selected for the Windsor to Toronto route. Discounted Escape or Economy fares are usually more restrictive than flexible Economy Plus or Business fares.

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Windsor to Toronto Route Overview

The Windsor to Toronto rail route links Canada's automotive border city with the country's largest metropolitan rail hub. A distinctive part of this trip is the southwestern Ontario section through Chatham-Kent and London, where VIA Rail shares track with freight traffic, so small schedule variations can occur. Seats on VIA Rail Corridor trains are reserved rather than open seating, and boarding staff check tickets before or at the platform. The Toronto arrival is at Union Station, directly connected to the subway, GO Transit, UP Express to Pearson Airport, and the PATH pedestrian network.
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4h 21m

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Fastest trip

4h 7m

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Longest trip

5h 15m

Windsor

Windsor sits on the Detroit River opposite Detroit and is one of Canada's busiest land-border regions. VIA Rail trains depart from Windsor station on Walker Road, east of downtown, with taxi and local transit links to the riverfront and university area.

Windsor

298 Walker Rd., N8Y 2M9

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4h 21m

Toronto

Toronto is Ontario's capital and the main rail hub of the Canadian Corridor. Trains arrive at Toronto Union Station on Front Street, beside the Financial District and within walking distance of the CN Tower, Scotiabank Arena, and Harbourfront.

Toronto

65 Front Street West, M5J 1E6

Practical Information for VIA Rail Travelers

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VIA Rail Corridor trains have checked-baggage limits that differ from long-distance Canadian trains. For Windsor to Toronto, plan to carry your bags on board.
Luggage Allowance
On VIA Rail Corridor trains, Economy passengers are generally allowed 1 personal item up to 11.5 kg and 1 large carry-on item up to 23 kg, with maximum dimensions around 158 cm when length, width, and height are added. Business Class may include a higher allowance depending on fare conditions.
Storage Facilities
Corridor train cars have overhead racks for small bags and end-of-car luggage areas for larger suitcases. Keep valuables, passports, medicine, and electronics with you at the seat because checked baggage is not normally offered on the Windsor to Toronto Corridor service.
Special Items
Bicycles, skis, golf bags, and large musical instruments are accepted only when they meet VIA Rail packaging and space rules for the specific train. Some items may need advance handling or may not be accepted on all Corridor departures.

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Windsor to Toronto Map

The Windsor to Toronto route crosses southwestern Ontario from the Detroit River to Lake Ontario. VIA Rail trains run from Windsor through Chatham and London, then continue via Woodstock, Brantford, Aldershot, and Oakville before entering Toronto Union Station. The line passes flat farm country, the Thames River area near London, industrial rail junctions around Aldershot, and the western Lake Ontario commuter belt approaching Toronto.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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Direct

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4h 20m

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$45

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The Windsor to Toronto train runs from Windsor station to Toronto Union Station, avoiding airport transfers and arriving directly in the downtown rail network. Intercity buses can be cheaper but often take 5 to 6 hours and may be affected by highway traffic on Highway 401. Flights from Windsor Airport to Toronto Pearson are short in the air, but check-in, security, and airport transfers add time at both ends. Rail is also the lower-emission choice compared with flying for this southern Ontario city pair.
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Winner

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4h 21m

$45-$176

Bus

Apprx.

5h 30m

$25-$75

Flight

Apprx.

1h 5m

$95-$280

FAQ about the Windsor - Toronto Route

How long is the train from Windsor to Toronto?

The fastest Windsor to Toronto VIA Rail schedules take about 4 hours 6 minutes. Slower departures take around 4 hours 35 minutes depending on the number of stops and operating conditions between Windsor, London, Aldershot, and Toronto Union Station.

How much is the train from Windsor to Toronto?

One-way VIA Rail fares from Windsor to Toronto start from about CAD 54 ($40 USD) for the lowest Economy advance fares and can rise to around CAD 190 ($140 USD) for flexible or Business fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Windsor to Toronto train?

VIA Rail Corridor trains between Windsor and Toronto are conventional intercity trains, not high-speed rail. They can operate at up to about 160 km/h (99 mph) on suitable sections, but average speed is lower because of station stops and shared rail corridors.

How to book Windsor to Toronto train tickets?

Book Windsor to Toronto train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, selecting a VIA Rail departure, and choosing Economy or Business where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage ticket details.

Does a Canada rail pass cover Windsor to Toronto?

VIA Rail's Canrailpass can cover Corridor trips such as Windsor to Toronto when the pass is valid for the selected train and a seat reservation is made. Conditions vary by pass type and travel period. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.
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