VIA Rail Canada
VIA Rail Canada is made and published by VIA Rail Canada inc. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with VIA Rail Canada inc. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to VIA Rail Canada inc. and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
Established- Total installs
- 440 thousand
- Best rank
- #49
- Top Free, Canada
- Rating on Google Play
- 3.53
- 2,872 ratings
- Last updated
- October 8, 2026
VIA Rail Canada has 440 thousand installs. Users are divided: 3.5 stars from 2,872 ratings. Its best ranking is #49 in Top Free, Travel & Local in Canada.
Pros & Cons
- Real-time status and alerts improve travel planning
- Integrated VIA Préférence account overview and rewards balance
- Dedicated Trips page and upcoming trips consolidate travel info
- Dark mode for comfortable nighttime use
- Centralized booking and trip management in one app
- Home-screen accessibility for day-of-travel essentials
- Competitors feature more explicit ticketing, route planning, and live itinerary tools not highlighted in this app's data
- Permissions include location and device state access, which may raise privacy considerations for some users
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 6.4 thousand
- Per day
- 210
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 100+ thousand
- Launched
- August 2015
Installs over time
VIA Rail Canada has been installed 440 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 210 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #49
- Chart
- Top Free
- Travel & Local
- Country
- Canada
Google Play Rankings for VIA Rail Canada
Ranking history in Canada
Competitors
Similar apps and more from VIA Rail Canada inc.Alternatives to VIA Rail Canada
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 2.28.0
- Launched
- August 2015
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on VIA Rail Canada for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 20
- App size
- 69.2 MB
- Needs Android
- 6.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by VIA Rail Canada
About the app and developer
About VIA Rail Canada
VIA Rail Canada is a travel & local app developed by VIA Rail Canada inc.
Install Statistics
VIA Rail Canada has been installed 440 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 6.4 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 travel & local apps.
User Ratings
VIA Rail Canada is rated 3.53 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 2.9 thousand ratings.
App Information
VIA Rail Canada is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 69.16 MB. The latest version available is 2.28.0. The last update was on October 8, 2026.
Technical Requirements
VIA Rail Canada requires Android 6.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since August 2015.
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Frequently asked questions about VIA Rail Canada
Is VIA Rail Canada free?
Yes. VIA Rail Canada is free on Google Play.
Is VIA Rail Canada still available?
Yes. VIA Rail Canada is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on October 8, 2026.
Does VIA Rail Canada contain ads?
No. Google Play does not list VIA Rail Canada as containing ads.
What Android version does VIA Rail Canada require?
VIA Rail Canada runs on Android 6.0 and higher.
How large is VIA Rail Canada?
VIA Rail Canada is 69.16 MB.
Is VIA Rail Canada suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of VIA Rail Canada as suitable for everyone.
How many times has VIA Rail Canada been installed?
Google Play lists 100,000+ installs for VIA Rail Canada.
How do people rate VIA Rail Canada?
VIA Rail Canada scores 3.53 out of 5 stars, from 2,872 ratings on Google Play.
Who made VIA Rail Canada?
VIA Rail Canada was developed by VIA Rail Canada inc. It is listed in the travel & local category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to VIA Rail Canada?
People looking at VIA Rail Canada also look at these travel & local apps: BD Train Tracking, Rail Ninja, Interrail Rail Planner, Train tickets, travel & times, Great Northern Rail.
Store listing
By VIA Rail Canada inc., from Google Play“Discover the convenience of travelling with VIA Rail.”
Description by VIA Rail Canada inc. Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
DAY OF TRAVEL
Enjoy a stress-free travel day with all your essential info right on the home screen.
ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES
Get real-time status updates on your train and SMS notifications.
MANAGE TRIPS
Easily adjust your seat selection, add travel options, or modify your itinerary.
UPCOMING TRIPS
Access everything you need to know about your upcoming journeys in one place.
NEW BOOKING
Search and book your next adventure effortlessly.
TRAIN TRACKER
Follow your train’s progress along the route in real time.
VIA PRÉFÉRENCE
Quickly view your VIA Préférence account and points balance at a glance.
DARK MODE
Enjoy a visually comfortable experience that reduces eye strain during nighttime use.
Happy travels!
TERMS, CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY
By downloading the VIA Rail mobile app, you consent to the installation of the application and updates, which can be automatically installed depending on the default settings of your device or operating system, or the settings you selected. You may withdraw your consent at any time by uninstalling this application.
By downloading and accessing the app, you confirm that you have read and agree to the terms and conditions of use of the VIA Rail application (https://www.viarail.ca/en/terms-and-conditions-mobile). When you use it, any personal information you provide to VIA Rail will be used and protected in accordance with the requirements of the Privacy Act and VIA Rail's Privacy Policy (https://www.viarail.ca/en/our-privacy-policy).
Please contact us with any questions or suggestions you may have concerning our Policy policy: ATIP@viarail.ca
Finally, by downloading and accessing the app, you are also accepting the use of cookies. These are designed to improve your user experience on our site and other media by providing you with targeted advertising based on your interests, collecting traffic statistics, information on your behaviour, and facilitating the sharing of information on social networks. See our Cookie Policy (https://www.viarail.ca/en/cookie-policy) to learn more.
Recent changes:
Update your app to enjoy the latest features and improvements.
What’s new in this release?
- We continue to fix bugs and enhance the overall user experience.
- Improved stability and performance throughout the app.
Have a question? Don’t hesitate to use the feedback form in My Profile or send us an email to application@viarail.ca