What is the difference between escape and economy on VIA Rail?

What is the difference between escape and economy on VIA Rail? The difference between the two rates can be found by hovering your computer mouse over the fare column header. There are not only luggage restrictions, but also cancellation & ticket exchange rules. Escape fares are non-refundable, economy fares are refundable. Yes you would be in the same car.

Can I bring my own snacks on VIA Rail?

Can I bring my own snacks and drinks on VIA Rail? You can bring your own snacks and drinks onto the train; however, Provincial laws forbid passengers from consuming personal alcoholic drinks on the trains. Personal alcoholic drinks may only be consumed inside private sleeping cabins.

What is the price difference between economy and economy plus?

Of course, economy plus seats cost more than regular economy seats, but the exact price depends on routes. Shorter flights under three hours might only cost an extra $30 over the standard economy fare each way. But on long-haul international flights, you might have to pay $100 each way.

What does an economy ticket include?

There are some restrictions, but you'll still enjoy a comfortable seat in the Main Cabin, free snacks, soft drinks and inflight entertainment. Basic Economy fares cannot be combined with other fare types.

Is there free WiFi on VIA Rail?

VIA Rail is proud to provide complimentary Wi-Fi service on board most of its trains, in its Business lounges and in select stations in the Québec City – Windsor corridor. Note that Wi-Fi is also offered on board the Ocean train (Montreal - Halifax) in the service cars located on either side of the dining car.

Can you sleep in economy on VIA Rail?

You can travel very affordably in Economy class in a reclining seat, or in Sleeper Plus class with a private sleeping-car room and restaurant car meals included.

Is there a big difference between economy and economy plus?

Unlike Premium Economy, which is generally separated from Economy, Economy Plus is still part of the main cabin. The main difference is that you have a better seat, with more legroom, and your seat will be right at the front of the cabin.

Should I pay for Economy Plus?

While you're still sitting in the coach cabin with an economy plus ticket, you do have a better seat — there's more legroom, and on some airlines, the seats are actually more plush, wider, or newer than the rest of coach.

Is economy just regular seats?

Of all the airline cabin classes, Economy is the most basic option. Also referred to as Coach, Standard or Main Cabin, these are the most affordable seats on a plane and are generally preferred by travelers on a budget or those making fairly short trips.

Can I bring my own food on VIA Rail?

You can bring your own food on the train (as meals are not included in Economy class), however there are also snacks, meals, and beverages available to purchase on board with cash or credit. If you're travelling with kids, ask an agent on board for the kids activity book. Want to know when it's time for your stop?

Is it cheaper to buy economy and upgrade later?

The cheapest way to get a business or first-class ticket is to buy an economy ticket then buy an upgrade.