Anyone ride the train recently?

ER2125

I'm thinking about taking a trip on Via Rail through the Quebec/Windsor corridor next month. I'm a nervous flyer and I'm thinking the train would be a decent alternative, especially in snowy unpredictable December. I don't mind that it takes so much longer to get there, unlike driving at least I can sit back and relax and take a nap.  

The last time I took a train it was the week of Christmas and it was PACKED. Has anyone rode on a non-holiay week train? Is this business as usual, or is it a little less like a can of sardines on a normal week? Does anyone else like traveling by train as well?

jenber77

Well, that is a pretty busy route. I used to take it once a month or so between Toronto and London, but I always travelled on weekends, and those trains were always sold out. I'm sure it would be better if you could avoid weekends.

I certainly preferred the train to the Greyhound!

Miss_Not4Long

I took the Via regularly a few years ago - it was always sold out.

missmlydolly

i love the train..i find it relaxing i go from van to seattle and notice it gets busier towards my stop ..i like that it has area to get food from..and usually the workers on their are pretty freindly.

MrsVicki

That corridor is usually busy in general. I haven't been on the train in awhile, but DH has and he's been on during the week. Still somewhat busy, but I'd much rather chill out on a train where you can stretch out a little, walk around...I find it a much more comfortable ride.