Premium · No. VIA 14
The Ocean train timings
The Ocean timetable
3 stops · scheduled times| # | Station | Arrives | Departs | Halt | Km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montreal Central Station | — | 18:00 | 0 | |
| 2 | Gare du Palais (Quebec City) | 21:45 | 22:00 | 15 min | 253 |
| 3 | Halifax VIA Rail Station | 15:07 (+1d) | — | 1346 |
Published timetable, local time. “+1d” means the next day. Delays and platform changes are announced by VIA Rail on the day.
The Ocean: Montreal to Halifax
The Ocean (VIA 14) is a premium train run by VIA Rail between Montreal Central Station and Halifax VIA Rail Station. The full journey covers 1,346 km and takes 21h 7m, with 1 intermediate stop.
It leaves Montreal Central Station at 18:00 and reaches Halifax VIA Rail Station at 15:07 the next day. It runs on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. On the way it stops at Gare du Palais (Quebec City).
The Ocean (VIA 14) is VIA Rail's historic overnight train from Montreal Central to Halifax, covering 1,346 km in approximately 21 hours through New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Operating since 1904, it is one of the oldest named trains in North America. Sleeper Plus cabins and coaches are offered through the Maritime provinces to the Atlantic coast.
How to book The Ocean tickets
Tickets are sold by VIA Rail on viarail.ca and at staffed stations. Advance fares are usually cheaper than buying on the day.
Book on viarail.caThe Ocean: common questions
- What time does The Ocean leave Montreal?
- The Ocean departs Montreal Central Station at 18:00 and arrives at Halifax VIA Rail Station at 15:07 the next day. Times are the published timetable in local time.
- How long does The Ocean take from Montreal to Halifax?
- The scheduled journey time is 21h 7m for 1,346 km.
- Which stations does The Ocean stop at?
- The Ocean calls at Montreal Central Station, Gare du Palais (Quebec City) and Halifax VIA Rail Station.
- Does The Ocean run every day?
- No. It runs on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.
- Where can I book The Ocean tickets?
- On VIA Rail's own site, viarail.ca. TrainsTracking does not sell tickets.