The cheapest and fastest trains from Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toronto, ON 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 Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
Of the 15 trains that leave Toronto, ON for Montreal, QC every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 503 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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.
VIA66 Service from Toronto to Montreal15:235h02Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON20:25Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£961One-way0 changes
VIA66 Service from Guildwood to Montreal15:424h43Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON20:25Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£961One-way0 changes
VIA52 Service from Guildwood to Ottawa · VIA26 Service from Ottawa to Montreal8:527h23Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON16:15Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1051One-way1 change
VIA68 Service from Toronto to Montreal17:085h06Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON22:14Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1051One-way0 changes
VIA52 Service from Toronto to Ottawa · VIA26 Service from Ottawa to Montreal8:327h43Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON16:15Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1051One-way1 change
VIA668 Service from Guildwood to Montreal18:274h37Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON23:04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1141One-way0 changes
VIA66 Service from Guildwood to Montreal15:424h43Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON20:25Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£961One-way0 changes
VIA668 Service from Toronto to Montreal18:084h56Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON23:04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1141One-way0 changes
VIA60 Service from Guildwood to Montreal6:524h58Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON11:50Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£1251One-way0 changes
VIA66 Service from Toronto to Montreal15:235h02Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON20:25Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 503 km
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£99 Average Price Cheapest | £275 Average Price | £135 Average Price |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 59m Average total duration 13h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC train times
The table below shows live departures for Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIA60 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 6:32 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 5h18 | 11:50 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA60 Service from Guildwood to Montreal | 6:52 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 4h58 | 11:50 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA52 Service from Toronto to Ottawa · VIA26 Service from Ottawa to Montreal | 8:32 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 7h43 | 16:15 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 change | |
VIA62 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 8:32 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 5h28 | 14:00 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA62 Service from Guildwood to Montreal | 8:52 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 5h08 | 14:00 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA52 Service from Guildwood to Ottawa · VIA26 Service from Ottawa to Montreal | 8:52 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 7h23 | 16:15 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 change | |
VIA40 Service from Toronto to Ottawa · VIA38 Service from Ottawa to Montreal | 10:38 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 9h19 | 19:57 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 change | |
VIA40 Service from Toronto to Ottawa · VIA28 Service from Ottawa to Montreal | 10:38 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 7h26 | 18:04 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 change | |
VIA64 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 11:38 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 5h27 | 17:05 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA64 Service from Guildwood to Montreal | 11:57 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 5h08 | 17:05 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA66 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 15:23 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 5h02 | 20:25 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA66 Service from Guildwood to Montreal | 15:42 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 4h43 | 20:25 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA68 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 17:08 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 5h06 | 22:14 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA668 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 18:08 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 4h56 | 23:04 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA668 Service from Guildwood to Montreal | 18:27 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 4h37 | 23:04 Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC
Trains from Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 503 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 503 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 19:07 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC trainsSeajets trains will get you between Toronto, ON and Montreal, QC from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Toronto, ON to Montreal, QC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toronto, ON 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 Toronto, ON and Montreal, QC
- 5:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Front Street and Bay Street.
- Union Chicken
- Amano Pasta
- The Rec Room
- Outside the main entrance.
- CAD 1
- Fairmont Royal York
- The Strathcona Hotel
- InterContinental Toronto Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 168 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for VIA Rail and GO Transit
- Hall 2: UP Express platforms
- Hall 3: connections to subway and streetcar
- Subway: Line 1 (Yonge-University)
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: 509, 510
- 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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