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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | VIA Rail Station | Burns Lake, BC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | VIA Rail Station | Burns Lake, BC | No tags | ||||
| Train | VIA Rail Station | Burns Lake, BC | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Burns Lake. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 4786 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 1 088
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake 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 Prince Rupert to Burns Lake?
The cheapest train tickets from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake start from R 1 088. The average price for this train route is around R 1 088. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake?
The average train journey time from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 32m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Prince Rupert to Burns Lake 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 Prince Rupert to Burns Lake?
The earliest train from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake departs at 08:00. And the latest train departs at 08:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 987To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 987 to R 1 138 for a train ticket from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 003, which is on 2026-02-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Prince Rupert and Burns Lake is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 088 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 088. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Burns Lake, choose the train, as it will take you from Prince Rupert to Burns Lake in about 7h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!
