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Ride the Scenic Train to Whistler
Information About Riding the Train to Whistler from Vancouver, BC
The highway to Whistler is a windy and at times narrow road to drive on. So a safe and great way to travel from Vancouver to Whistler is by train. And the Whistler Mountaineer has quickly become one of the best daytrips from Vancouver.
If you don't have the time or money for a full rail tour of the Canadian Rockies, this is a good option. For sightseeing, you'll see the rugged Pacific Coast mountains, fjord-like inlets and bays, waterfalls, and maybe even some Canadian wildlife such as eagles, seals, mountain lions and bears!
Here's some details about the Vancouver to Whistler train journey on the Whistler Mountaineer: Scenic Train to Whistler: InfoTime: 3 hours each way
Distance: 115 km
Where does it depart from: North Vancouver Rail Depot (distance from downtown Vancouver: about 30 minutes by car/taxi. Downtown Vancouver hotel pick-ups are available)
Where does it arrive: Whistler rail station, on Lake Placid drive, Whistler Creekside. What do you see along the way? Scenic views of Capilano River, West Vancouver, Horseshoe Bay, Howe Sound, Porteau Cove Provincial Park, Cheakamus Canyon.
How much does it cost: regular Coast Classic fare is $99 one way and $179 return. Glacier glass-domed cars: $179 return. There is a package that allows you to take the train to Whistler one way and return by bus for $164.
Meals: While there is no dinner train to Whistler, the mountaineer has a light meal service in Coast Classic. The Glacier Domed cars serve a hot breakfast on the way up to Whistler in the morning, and sandwiches on the trip back to the city.
How do you get tickets: by phone 604-606-8460, or on the web at www.whistlermountaineer.com
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