How much is the train ticket from Halifax to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Halifax to Montreal start at $197. The average price for this train route is around $270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Halifax to Montreal?

The average train trip from Halifax to Montreal takes 1d and covers 804 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 23m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Halifax to Montreal route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Halifax to Montreal?

The earliest train from Halifax to Montreal departs at 11:30am. The latest train departs at 11:30am.

Train Halifax to Montreal from $287 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Halifax to Montreal on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	Cheapest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	23h 23m	9:53am	Gare Centrale	Fastest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures for Halifax to Montreal on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	Cheapest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	23h 23m	9:53am	Gare Centrale	Fastest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures for Halifax to Montreal on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	Cheapest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	23h 23m	9:53am	Gare Centrale	Fastest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d 1h	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	1d	11:12am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:30 PM AST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Halifax to Montreal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

790 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$197 - $1,777	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$120 - $271	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,694 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Customers highly praise the service, mentioning that they love it. Some suggest adding complimentary coffee and snacks for long rides to enhance the experience.

VIA Rail Halifax Montreal recent customer reviews

Service was terrific. Economy needs a better menu.

Wendy M.

September 21, 2025

It was very excellent I so much love it

Osuolale S.

April 25, 2024

Wish they had complimentary coffee and snacks for the long rides

Johnathan C.

March 2, 2024

CA train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Halifax, CA 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 Halifax to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Halifax to Montreal start at $197. The average price for this train route is around $270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Halifax to Montreal?
The average train trip from Halifax to Montreal takes 1d and covers 804 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 23m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Halifax to Montreal route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Halifax to Montreal?
The earliest train from Halifax to Montreal departs at 11:30am. The latest train departs at 11:30am.

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The cheapest trip from Halifax, CA to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $247

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Halifax, CA to Montreal, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $247 to $772 for a train ticket from Halifax, CA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2025-12-12.