Trains from Toronto to Montreal

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SunApr 21
from $95
MonApr 22
from $87
TueApr 23
from $65
WedApr 24
from $65
ThuApr 25
from $79
FriApr 26
from $79
SatApr 27
from $79
SunApr 28

Trains leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

8:32AM
7h21m
3:53PM
Toronto - Union Station
Cheapest
Montreal - Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Cheapest
8:32AM
7h43m
4:15PM
Toronto - Union Station
2nd Cheapest
Montreal - Gare Centrale
2nd Cheapest
6:02PM
4h31m
10:33PM
Toronto - Union Station
Fastest
Montreal - Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Fastest
8:32AM
4h50m
1:22PM
Toronto - Union Station
Montreal - Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
8:32AM
4h50m
1:22PM
Toronto - Union Station
Montreal - Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport
Train Toronto to Montreal: Trip Overview

Train Toronto to Montreal: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$54
Average train trip duration5h 18m
Number of daily trains20
Earliest train departure6:47 AM
Distance313 miles (504 km)
Latest train departure6:02 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

According to customer reviews, there have been reports of missing the train due to heavy traffic from Niagara Falls.

VIA Rail Toronto Montreal recent customer reviews

The train arrived 45 min late to Montréal, for no apparent reason. This has now happened 4 times! What is the problem with Bia maintaining their schedule?!

Scott F.March 29, 2024

My seat was facing toilet all the time i now i didn’t select the seat but how will design a car seats like this why such a seat exist?

Mohammad G.March 27, 2024

At first I did not receive my tickets, but after contacting the support everything went well

Luis W.November 12, 2023
CA train company: VIA Rail Canada

Toronto to Montreal Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains20
Earliest and Latest Train Departures6:47AM - 6:02PM
Minimum Price$65
Average Ticket Price$54
Minimum Trip Duration4h31m
Average Train Trip Duration5h18m
Distance313 miles (504 km)
Train Companies on This RouteVIA Rail Canada
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Toronto - Montreal

The average train ticket price from Toronto to Montreal is $54. The best way to find train tickets from Toronto to Montreal 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 Toronto and Montreal is around 5h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 313 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Toronto to Montreal can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Toronto to Montreal by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Trains traveling between Toronto and Montreal leave from Union Station or Pearson Toronto Airport and arrive at Gare Centrale, Montréal-Trudeau International Airport.

Once in Montreal, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Mount Royal, Laurentian Mountains, Montreal History Centre, Montreal Botanical Garden & Green Spaces, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

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
04/18
$42
Today
$50
04/20
$45
04/21
$50
04/22
$42
04/23
$41
04/24
$42
04/25
$42
The cheapest trip from Toronto to Montreal was searched and found on Apr 23, 2024 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $80 for a train ticket from Toronto to Montreal based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2024-04-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Montreal, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Toronto and Montreal, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Toronto to Montreal?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time6h 50mAvg Price$56Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time5h 18mAvg Price$54Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel Time5h 30mAvg Price$54Daily Departures18

The best way to travel between Toronto and Montreal is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $49. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Montreal, choose the train, as it will take you from Toronto to Montreal in about 5h 18m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Montreal to Toronto

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