Train from Montreal to Quebec City: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Montreal to Quebec City on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
VIA Rail
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Gare du PalaisCheapest
VIA Rail
Gare Centrale
Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail StationFastest
VIA Rail
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Gare du PalaisNo tags
VIA Rail
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Gare du PalaisNo tags
VIA Rail
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Gare du PalaisNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 13:31 EST.

Compare 4 ways to travel from Montreal 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 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43carpool per day
2h 45mAverage duration
147 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£43 - £71Average duration3h 15m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£29 - £128Average duration3h 30m
21kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average price£26 - £53Average duration2h 49m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£9 - £32Average duration2h 45m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal to Quebec City by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Montreal to Quebec City?

    The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Quebec City start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Montreal to Quebec City?

    The average train journey time from Montreal to Quebec City is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 145 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.

  3. Which train operators serve the Montreal to Quebec City route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Montreal to Quebec City?

    The earliest train from Montreal to Quebec City departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 18:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/12
£51
04/12
£47
Today
£51
06/12
£29
07/12
£33
08/12
£27
09/12
£27
10/12
£33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Montreal to Quebec City was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £141 for a train ticket from Montreal to Quebec City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-08.

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