How much is the train ticket from Halifax to Quebec City?

The cheapest train tickets from Halifax to Quebec City start at $158. The average price for this train route is around $232. 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 Quebec City?

The average train trip from Halifax to Quebec City takes 19h 43m and covers 645 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 43m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Halifax to Quebec City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Halifax to Quebec City from $147 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Halifax to Quebec City on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	CheapestFastest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Taxi Coop Ste-Foy	11:30am	Halifax, NS	20h 40m	7:10am	Gare du Palais	No tags

Next departures for Halifax to Quebec City on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	Fastest
11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags
11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags
11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Halifax to Quebec City on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	11:30am	Halifax, NS	19h 43m	6:13am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Taxi Coop Ste-Foy	11:30am	Halifax, NS	20h 40m	7:10am	Gare du Palais	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:07 PM AST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Halifax to Quebec City

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Quebec City. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

10hAverage Duration

640 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$158 - $962	Average Duration19h 43m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$87 - $223	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,695 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Based on 4695 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $158

VIA Rail Halifax Quebec City recent customer reviews

Should provide prompt update on cancelations and provide compensation for time wasted by passengers

Joan Q.

December 25, 2022

Fantastic journey

Robert H.

July 21, 2025

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 Quebec City 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 Quebec City?
The cheapest train tickets from Halifax to Quebec City start at $158. The average price for this train route is around $232. 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 Quebec City?
The average train trip from Halifax to Quebec City takes 19h 43m and covers 645 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 43m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Halifax to Quebec City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Halifax to Quebec City?
The earliest train from Halifax to Quebec City departs at 11:30am. The latest train departs at 11:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$206

12-11

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Today

$240

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12-14

$240

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12-17

$251

The cheapest trip from Halifax, CA to Quebec City was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $206

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 Quebec City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $206 to $684 for a train ticket from Halifax, CA to Quebec City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $240 which is on 2025-12-14.