Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Gare Centrale | Halifax, NS | Cheapest | |||||
| Gare Centrale | Halifax, NS | Fastest | |||||
| Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | Halifax, NS | No tags | |||||
Orléans Express + VIA Rail | Gare d'autocars de Montréal | Halifax, NS | No tags | |||||
Tour Express + VIA Rail | Centre Ville, 1597 Rue St-Hubert | Halifax, NS | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Montreal to Halifax
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£105 - £533 | Average duration1d 1h | 73kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£61 - £134 | Average duration12h 15m | 33kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Passengers have reported that the staff provided excellent assistance, ensuring a pleasant and safe journey. However, some users noted that while the recliners were comfortable, there were design issues with toilet doors and partition doors being awkward to use.
VIA Rail Montreal Halifax recent customer reviews
As my first time traveling on a train the staff were amazing and helpful. They made sure that the passengers were happy and safe.
Anna B.
Comfortable reliners.toilet doors an partition doors awkward to use. Design problem
Robert K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal to Halifax, CA by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Montreal to Halifax cost?
The average train ticket price from Montreal to Halifax is £147. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Montreal to Halifax is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Montreal to Halifax?
A train trip between Montreal and Halifax is around 1d 1h, although the fastest train will take about 23h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 492 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Montreal and Halifax?
The number of trains from Montreal to Halifax can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Montreal to Halifax by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Montreal to Halifax?
When taking the train from Montreal to Halifax, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Montreal to Halifax, CA was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £143To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Montreal to Halifax, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £143 to £422 for a train ticket from Montreal to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £143, which is on 2025-11-21.
