How much is the train ticket from Edmonton to Edson?

The cheapest train tickets from Edmonton to Edson start from R 1 081. The average price for this train route is around R 1 579. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edmonton to Edson?

The average train journey time from Edmonton to Edson is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Edmonton to Edson route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edmonton to Edson?

The earliest train from Edmonton to Edson departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Edmonton to Edson from R 943 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Edmonton to Edson on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	Cheapest
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	Fastest
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags

Next departures from Edmonton to Edson on 31 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	Cheapest
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	Fastest
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags
Train	23:59	North VIA Rail & Greyhound Station	2h 53m	02:52	Edson	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:19 AM MDT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edmonton to Edson

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Edson. The journey takes about 2 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just R 619, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

2h 38mAverage duration

192 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 777 - R 1 607	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 081 - R 9 348	Average duration2h 53m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 619 - R 941	Average duration2h 38m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 823 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 4823 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 081

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edmonton to Edson by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edmonton to Edson?
The cheapest train tickets from Edmonton to Edson start from R 1 081. The average price for this train route is around R 1 579. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edmonton to Edson?
The average train journey time from Edmonton to Edson is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Edmonton to Edson route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edmonton to Edson?
The earliest train from Edmonton to Edson departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/03

R 1 458

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27/03

R 1 623

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31/03

R 1 223

The cheapest trip from Edmonton to Edson was searched and found on 31 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 223

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edmonton to Edson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 223 to R 10 019 for a train ticket from Edmonton to Edson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 223, which is on 2026-03-31.