Trains from Montreal to Quebec City

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SunApr 28
from $51
MonApr 29
from $46
TueApr 30
from $42
WedMay 1
from $42
ThuMay 2
from $46
FriMay 3
from $42
SatMay 4
from $42
SunMay 5

Trains leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Montreal
    Departure location: Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Quebec City
    Destination location: Gare du Palais
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $51
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Montreal
    Departure location: Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Quebec City
    Destination location: Gare du Palais
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $51
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Montreal
    Departure location: Gare Centrale
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Quebec City
    Destination location: Gare du Palais
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $56
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Montreal
    Departure location: Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Quebec City
    Destination location: Gare du Palais
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $75
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Montreal
    Departure location: Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Quebec City
    Destination location: Gare du Palais
    Operated by: VIA RailVIA Rail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $82
Train Montreal to Quebec City: Trip Overview

Train Montreal to Quebec City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39
Average train trip duration4h 11m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure6:25 AM
Distance145 miles (233 km)
Latest train departure6:25 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

According to the reviews, customers have generally positive opinions about the service. They appreciate the comfortable seats, friendly and helpful staff, punctuality, and overall comfort of the ride. However, some customers mention delays in departure and long stops as areas for improvement.

VIA Rail Montreal Quebec City recent customer reviews

Clean train. Helpful, kind staff. It was delayed almost an hour. Also, didn't like there wasn't any chargés for Phone & other devices

Allister T.December 9, 2023

There was a signal failure and then delayed around one hour which was almost midnight

Yiting P.November 25, 2023

Easy to get to train station- was unsure about how to check in etc so those details would have been useful

Michael O.September 7, 2023
CA train company: VIA Rail Canada

Montreal to Quebec City Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains11
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:25AM - 6:25PM
Minimum Price$42
Average Ticket Price$39
Minimum Trip Duration3h6m
Average Train Trip Duration4h11m
Distance145 miles (233 km)
Train Companies on This RouteVIA Rail Canada
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Montreal - Quebec City

The average train ticket price from Montreal to Quebec City is $39. The best way to find train tickets from Montreal to Quebec City 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!

A train trip between Montreal and Quebec City is around 4h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 145 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Montreal to Quebec City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Montreal to Quebec City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Montreal to Quebec City, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.

Trains traveling between Montreal and Quebec City leave from Gare Centrale or Montréal-Trudeau International Airport and arrive at Gare du Palais (VIA Rail).

Once in Quebec City, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Montmorency Falls, Old Quebec, Canyon Sainte-Anne, Ghost Walks, Quartier Petit Champlain.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/25
$32
Today
$32
04/27
$32
04/28
$32
04/29
$32
04/30
$32
05/01
$32
05/02
$32
The cheapest trip from Montreal to Quebec City was searched and found on Apr 27, 2024 with a price of $32

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 $32 to $36 for a train ticket from Montreal to Quebec City based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2024-04-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Montreal and Quebec City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Quebec City.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Quebec City you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Montreal and Quebec City compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Montreal to Quebec City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Train from Quebec City to Montreal

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