How much is the train ticket from Montreal to Moncton?

The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Moncton start at $165. The average price for this train route is around $251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Montreal to Moncton?

The average train trip from Montreal to Moncton takes 20h 37m and covers 698 km. The quickest train gets you there in 18h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Montreal to Moncton 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 Montreal to Moncton?

The earliest train from Montreal to Moncton departs at 1:38pm. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Montreal to Moncton from $228 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Montreal to Moncton on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	7:00am	Gare d'autocars de Montréal	1d 5h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Moncton on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	6:00am	Gare d'autocars de Montréal	1d 6h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	6:00am	Gare d'autocars de Montréal	1d 6h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Moncton on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tour Express + VIA Rail	8:00am	Centre Ville, 1597 Rue St-Hubert	1d 4h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	6:30pm	Gare Centrale	18h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Tour Express + VIA Rail	8:00am	Centre Ville, 1597 Rue St-Hubert	1d 4h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	4:00pm	Gare d'autocars de Montréal	20h 30m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Montreal to Moncton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Moncton. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

10hAverage Duration

685 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$165 - $744	Average Duration20h 37m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$61 - $218	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,694 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

According to 12 reviews, VIA Rail Canada received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness, but some complained about the WiFi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $165

VIA Rail Montreal Moncton recent customer reviews

The train is very comfortable, and overall a nice experience. However it arrived 3 hours late

Francesco M.

June 24, 2023

Very cold

Alvin B.

August 1, 2023

Very good

Elnedjar K.

November 25, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal to Moncton 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 Montreal to Moncton?
The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Moncton start at $165. The average price for this train route is around $251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Montreal to Moncton?
The average train trip from Montreal to Moncton takes 20h 37m and covers 698 km. The quickest train gets you there in 18h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Montreal to Moncton 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 Montreal to Moncton?
The earliest train from Montreal to Moncton departs at 1:38pm. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$251

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$228

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$278

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The cheapest trip from Montreal to Moncton was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $228

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

You can expect to pay from $228 to $741 for a train ticket from Montreal to Moncton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $228 which is on 2025-12-12.