The cheapest and fastest trains from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 10 trains that leave Quebec City, QC for Montreal, QC every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VIA39 Service from Quebec to Montreal14:573h14Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC18:11Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£371One-way0 changes
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal15:242h47Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC18:11Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£371One-way0 changes
VIA637 Service from Quebec to Montreal10:003h31Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC13:31Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£431One-way0 changes
VIA29 Service from Quebec to Montreal17:413h19Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC21:00Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£431One-way0 changes
VIA637 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal10:283h03Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC13:31Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£431One-way0 changes
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal15:242h47Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC18:11Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£371One-way0 changes
VIA29 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal18:082h52Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC21:00Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£431One-way0 changes
VIA35 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal8:342h52Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC11:26Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£531One-way0 changes
VIA37 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal13:002h54Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC15:54Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£491One-way0 changes
VIA637 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal10:283h03Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC13:31Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 233 km
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3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC train times
The table below shows live departures for Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC trains for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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VIA33 Service from Quebec to Montreal | 9:29 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 3h08 | 12:37 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA33 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal | 9:57 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 2h40 | 12:37 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA35 Service from Quebec to Montreal | 12:06 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 3h20 | 15:26 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA35 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal | 12:34 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 2h52 | 15:26 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA37 Service from Quebec to Montreal | 16:32 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 3h22 | 19:54 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA37 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal | 17:00 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 2h54 | 19:54 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA39 Service from Quebec to Montreal | 18:57 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 3h14 | 22:11 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal | 19:24 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 2h47 | 22:11 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA29 Service from Quebec to Montreal | 21:41 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 3h19 | 1:00 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA29 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal | 22:08 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 2h52 | 1:00 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC
Trains from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Seajets from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC trainsSeajets trains will get you between Quebec City, QC and Montreal, QC from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montreal, QC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Quebec City, QC and Montreal, QC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Rue de la Gauchetière and Rue Mansfield.
- Restaurant Le Montréalais
- Les Enfants Terribles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CAD 1
- Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
- Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for VIA Rail and AMT trains
- Hall 2: REM platforms
- Metro: Line 2 (Orange Line)
- Bus: Several lines available
- REM: Available
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