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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Tour Express + VIA Rail | Université Laval | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | Cheapest | |||||
 | Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station | Gare Centrale | Fastest | |||||
| Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags | |||||
Tour Express + VIA Rail | Gare du Palais (VIA Rail) | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags | |||||
| Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Quebec City to Montreal
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
The reviews highlight a consistently positive experience with the service, emphasizing cleanliness, comfort, and punctuality. Customers appreciated the friendly and helpful staff both at stations and on board. The ease of booking and boarding was also noted as a strong point. While there were occasional delays mentioned in some instances due to external factors like rail traffic or last-minute changes upon arrival in Montreal, these did not overshadow the overall satisfaction with services such as business class amenities including private waiting areas and complimentary beverages that enhanced their travel experience significantly.
VIA Rail Quebec City Montreal recent customer reviews
It was so relaxing to ride by train. The attendant was very kind and gave excellent service above and beyond. We enjoyed it very much.
Bunny P.
The trip was very enjoyable. The train departed on time and arrived on time. The employees from greeting and serving us were very cordial and pleasant. I would definitely recommend travelling Via rail!
Amelia M.
2 vegan meals were pre order when we made reservations 4 months ago but servers on train said they had no knowledge of it...so we paid for 2 meals in advance but got none..
Tanisha K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quebec City to Montreal by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Quebec City to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Montreal start at $44. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Quebec City to Montreal?
The average train trip from Quebec City to Montreal takes 3h 22m and covers 235 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Quebec City to Montreal route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Quebec City to Montreal?
The earliest train from Quebec City to Montreal departs at 5:29am. The latest train departs at 6:08pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Quebec City to Montreal was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of $57To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Quebec City to Montreal, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $261 for a train ticket from Quebec City to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-05-02.
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