The Ocean

A little journey with a lot to offer

The Ocean Train is an iconic rail journey that connects Montreal to Halifax, offering a unique and picturesque way to travel between these two beautiful Canadian cities. This epic train ride is renowned for its breathtaking scenic views, taking passengers on a mesmerising journey through the heart of Eastern Canada.

The Ocean Train route stretches across more than 1,300 kilometres, traversing diverse landscapes that showcase the region’s natural beauty. As you embark on this adventure, you can expect to witness stunning vistas of rolling hills, serene lakes, charming coastal villages, and, of course, the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.

Passengers aboard the Ocean Train can indulge in luxurious amenities and comfortable accommodations. The train features spacious seats, dining cars serving delicious meals, and panoramic windows that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the surrounding beauty.

The Ocean Train is an enchanting way to experience the scenic wonders that lie between Montreal and Halifax. So sit back, relax, and let the rhythmic sounds of the train transport you on a memorable journey along the stunning East Coast.

1 Night and 1 Day – Sleeper Plus and Economy classes are offered.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Economy Class

Reclinable, spacious and comfortable seats.

Use of the service/lounge cars

(You can buy food and drinks at the snack canteen, please note – no cash is accepted so please use Credit or Debit cards for payment.)

The Renaissance seats cars were purpose-built for overnight journeys, with deep recline and spacious 2+1 configuration across the car width.  You step up into your seat from the aisle, as the seats are raised on a plinth giving you a welcome sense of private space.

About this journey

Economy Class

BY NIGHT

There’s nothing like falling asleep to the gentle motion of a train gliding through the wilderness.

BY DAY

In addition to your roomy seat and the friendly onboard atmosphere, you’ll also enjoy access to the service car.

À LA CARTE

Choose from a selection of affordable meals, snacks, beverages, and alcoholic drinks in the service car.


Sleeper Plus Class

BY NIGHT

Sleeper Plus provides everything you need to feel right at home in your cozy cabin or berth for One, Two, Three or Four.

BY DAY

Fun abounds inside the train with a view to scenic landscapes.

À LA CARTE

Inside the dining car, enjoy fresh meals, regional specialties and Canadian wines while the landscape unfolds around you.

  • Mattress size: approximately 5 ft. 10 in. x 3 ft. 7 in. (178 cm x 109 cm)
  • Room from mattress to partition is 5 in. = 12.7 cm
  • Foot end of mattress has 10 in. radius = 25.4 cm
  • Public washroom facilities in same car
  • Access to shower facilities
  • Daytime: one wide couch-style seat which faces another berth seat
  • Nighttime: folds out into bed at night, with heavy curtains for privacy (as you may be seated with someone you don’t know)
  • Upper berth requires the use of a ladder at night to reach the bed
  • Note that this type of accommodation has no electrical outlet
  • Other amenities: pillows, sheets and blankets, table available from on-board personnel
  • Room size: 6 ft 5 in x 3 ft 7 & 1/2 in (196 cm x 110 cm)
  • Mattress size: 5 ft 11 in x 2 ft 7 in (180 cm x 80 cm)
  • Room from mattress to partition when bed is down is 2 in (5 cm)
  • Bed narrows down from 23 in (58 cm) wide to 14 in (36 cm) at the foot of bed
  • Private toilet (bed covers toilet at night)
  • Sink over toilet and full mirror
  • Access to shower at the end of the car
  • Day time: one comfortable sofa chair
  • Nighttime: lower bed pulls out from wall and upper bed pulls down from wall
  • Door locks from inside only (no individual keys)
  • Overhead area for baggage, suitable for carry-on sized items
  • Window with blind
  • Other amenities: fan, air conditioning, drinking water and towels, pillows, sheets and blankets supplied, 110V AC outlet

 

The accessible cabin for two offers all the amenities required to accommodate a person with a mobility aid (wheelchair or scooter) and a companion.

Passengers who are booking an accessible cabin accommodation and that are not travelling with a mobility aid will be required to certify that they require one or more of the accessible features of the accessible cabin in order to book. Passengers are not required to indicate the type of disability they have but only that they require the accessible features due to a disability. Medical documentation may be requested.

  • Spacious cabin: 10 ft x 7 ft (300 cm x 210 cm)
  • Bed size: approximately 72 in x 30 in (180 cm x 76 cm)
  • Large windows: 6 ft 2 in x 3 ft (190 cm x 91 cm)
  • Fully accessible ensuite bathroom (6 ft 9 in x 5 ft [210 cm x 152 cm]) with shower, equipped with a transfer seat
  • Elegant and refined contemporary decor
  • Daytime: leather couch by day
  • Nighttime: one upper and one lower single bed
  • Electric radiant heated cabin floors and walls that maintain a comfortable and constant temperature
  • Flat-screen TV monitor with video selection
  • 32”-wide automatic sliding doors between the vestibule and the cabin, and between the cabin and the washroom
  • Accessible vanity includes a sink, mirror, storage space, electrical outlet and hairdryer
  • Individual control for heating and air conditioning system
  • Door can be locked from outside or inside (room key)
  • Peephole mounted on door
  • Smoke and fire detector in room
  • Emergency push-button alarms strategically located in the cabin

Important : Please note once on board, passengers cannot circulate throughout the train with their mobility aids due to the narrow corridors. Some stations along this route are not accessible.

 

 

  • Room size: 9.4 in x 53.9 in (200 cm x 137 cm)
  • Private toilet room size: 39.3 in x 47.2 in (100 cm x 120 cm)
  • Private washroom with shower
  • Bed size is approximately 72½ in x 27½ in (184 cm x 70 cm)
  • Mirror over sink and outlet
  • Day time: large sofa
  • Nighttime: upper and lower beds
  • Individual control for heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
  • Limited space for baggage
  • Large window with blind
  • Door can be locked from outside or inside (individual key)
  • Peephole mounted on door
  • Smoke and fire detector
  • Emergency push-button alarm located in washroom
  • Shower towels and amenities provided
  • Other amenities: small closet, drinking water and towels, pillows, sheets and blankets supplied.

Cabin for Three

  • Room size: 9 ft 5⅝ in x 7 ft 2¾ in (275 cm x 214 cm)
  • Mattress size: 5 ft 11½ in x 2 ft 7 in (153 cm x 91 cm)
  • Room from mattress to partition is 4 in (10 cm)
  • Foot end of mattress has 10 in (25 cm) radius
  • Day time: one sofa and two chairs during the day
  • Nighttime: three beds (one upper and two lower)
  • Private washroom
  • Mirror over sink
  • Access to shower at the end of the car (except in Château Park car)
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited baggage space (see our baggage policy)
  • Large window with blind
  • Door locks from inside only (no individual keys)
  • Other amenities: small coat closet, fan, drinking water and towels, pillows, sheets and blankets, 110V AC outlet, table available from on-board personnel

Cabin for Four

Consists of two combined cabins for two.

  • Room size: 14 ft 6 in. X 5 ft (440 cm x 150 cm)
  • Mattress size: approximately 71 in x 31 in (180 cm x 79 cm)
  • Private washroom available inside each double bedroom
  • Mirror over sink with electrical razor outlet (110 V AC)
  • Individual control for heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
  • Limited baggage space (see our baggage policy)
  • Day time: four folding chairs
  • Nighttime: two upper and two lower beds replace chairs
  • Large window with blind
  • Access to a shower room (one shower room per car)
  • Shower towels and amenities provided
  • Door locks on the inside only (no individual key)
  • Other amenities: small closet, drinking water and towels, pillows, sheets and blankets supplied.