Kitchener VIA Rail station is located at 126 Weber Street West, near the corner of Weber Street West and Victoria Street in Kitchener, Ontario. The staffed station serves VIA Rail passengers travelling between Kitchener, Toronto, and London.
The station offers a ticket counter, telephones, washrooms, and accessible boarding facilities. Parking is available through Indigo Park Canada. VIA Rail operates the station during two daily opening windows. Passengers should check their departure times and plan their arrival accordingly.
Kitchener Train Station Address
- Located In: Kitchener, Ontario
- Kitchener VIA Rail station address: 126 Weber Street West, Kitchener, ON N2H 3Z9
- Location: Corner of Weber and Victoria
- Phone (arrivals, departures, information, reservations): 1-888-842-7245
- Directions: Available on VIA Rail Map.
VIA Rail Station Kitchener, Ontario Hours
The station and ticket counter share the same opening hours.
Station: Daily, 11:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Ticket counter: Daily, 11:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Passengers should check VIA Rail’s boarding instructions before travelling. Arriving early is recommended, particularly if collecting tickets or requesting accessibility assistance.
Kitchener Railway Station Services
VIA Rail does not list a restaurant, currency exchange, or Wi-Fi as station amenities.
Available Amenities
- Staffed station
- Telephones
- Washrooms
- Bike racks
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and platform
- Wheelchair lift, which needs 48 hours’ notice at 1-888-VIA-RAIL
- Courtesy wheelchair for boarding
- Hearing loop at the ticket counter
- Service animal relief area at the edge of the asphalt and grass, on the track side.
Baggage
Checked baggage service is not available at Kitchener station. Passengers should review VIA Rail’s current carry-on baggage rules before departure.
Trains From Kitchener, Ontario
VIA Rail connects Kitchener with Toronto and London, and the station’s own page lists the Kitchener to Toronto route.
| Route | Distance | Average Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchener to Toronto | 101 km | 1 hour 34 minutes |
| Toronto to Kitchener | 101 km | 1 hour 36 minutes |
| London to Kitchener | 94 km | 2 hours 8 minutes |
Journey times and train availability can change depending on the travel date and operating schedule. Trains may also call at intermediate stations.
Kitchener to Toronto Train
The VIA Rail journey from Kitchener to Toronto covers approximately 101 km, with an average travel time of 1 hour 34 minutes.
The destination is Toronto Union Station. Passengers should consult VIA Rail’s schedule search for departure times, arrival times, and available fares
Kitchener to London, Ontario Train
VIA Rail also publishes a London-to-Kitchener route. Its current route information gives an average journey time of 2 hours 8 minutes over approximately 94 km.
VIA’s route pages list this direction only. For travel from Kitchener to London, the time may differ, so check the date-specific schedule to confirm departures, travel times, and ticket prices.
VIA Rail Kitchener Schedule
VIA Rail’s online schedule search provides departure and arrival information for individual travel dates.
Passengers can use the search to check:
- Train numbers
- Departure times
- Arrival times
- Journey durations
- Available services
The published Kitchener-to-Toronto, Toronto-to-Kitchener and London-to-Kitchener route pages each list seven departures per week. However, weekly averages do not guarantee service on a particular day.
VIA Rail Kitchener Departure Times
Departure times change by date and season. Passengers can follow a train in real time with VIA’s Train-Alert service, which sends email or text alerts, and with the VIA Rail mobile app.
Kitchener — Live Arrivals & Departures
Updated 28 seconds ago · Times are local- Train 84 (VIA Rail Corridor): This train accumulated a delay due to rail traffic en route.
VIA Rail Kitchener Ticket Booking
Passengers can purchase VIA Rail tickets through:
- The official website, viarail.ca
- Telephone reservations at 1-888-842-7245
- The Kitchener station ticket counter during its operating hours
Passengers can generally present an electronic ticket on their mobile device or a printed ticket, provided the barcode can be scanned.
VIA Rail Fares and Ticket Conditions
VIA Rail offers different fare classes, with different exchange, cancellation and refund conditions.
The applicable conditions depend on the fare purchased. Passengers should review the current fare rules on VIA Rail’s official website before booking rather than relying on a fixed exchange or refund fee.
Passengers should also check baggage allowances and additional baggage charges for their selected fare.
Valid identification may be required during travel. Check VIA Rail’s current identification requirements before departure.
Kitchener Train Station Parking
Indigo Park Canada runs the parking at the Kitchener VIA Rail station. Drivers can book at indigoneo.ca, call 416-506-1000, or email toronto.info@group-indigo.com. VIA’s page lists no rates and no electric vehicle charging, so drivers should confirm both when booking.
How to Get to the Kitchener Station
VIA lists these ways to reach the Kitchener VIA Rail station:
- Taxi: Several taxis wait in front of the station. United Taxi is at 519-570-3504.
- Local bus and light rail: Grand River Transit and ION, at (519) 585-7555 or grt.ca. MobilityPlus uses the same number.
- GO Transit: Bus and train, at (416) 869-3200, 1-888-438-6646, or gotransit.com.
- Intercity bus: Gray Coach, at (519) 741-2601.
- Rideshare: Lyft and Uber.
- Bike: VIA lists bike racks as a way to reach the station.
VIA’s page names no bus or train route numbers and lists no airport connection.
Kitchener VIA Rail station is a staffed stop with a ticket counter, washrooms, telephones, accessible boarding facilities, and parking operated by Indigo Park Canada. VIA Rail lists a Kitchener to Toronto route averaging 1 hour 34 minutes, and a London to Kitchener route averaging 2 hours 8 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The station is located at 126 Weber Street West, Kitchener, ON N2H 3Z9, near the corner of Weber Street West and Victoria Street.
The station and ticket counter are open daily from 11:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
VIA Rail lists an average journey time of 1 hour 34 minutes over approximately 101 km.
VIA Rail currently lists an average journey time of 2 hours 8 minutes over approximately 94 km.
No, VIA Rail does not offer checked baggage service at Kitchener station.
Yes, Indigo Park Canada operates the parking facility. Passengers should contact Indigo for current rates and availability.
Passengers can use Grand River Transit buses, ION light rail, and GO Transit services to reach the station.