Montreal to Quebec City Trains

Canada /

Train Routes /

Get real-time train timetables

Download the Rail Monsters app today

Montreal to Quebec City Train Tickets & Timetable

VIA Rail operates the Montreal to Quebec City train as part of its Quebec City - Windsor Corridor services. Trains depart from Montreal Central Station and arrive at Quebec City's Gare du Palais, with common intermediate stops including Saint-Lambert, Saint-Hyacinthe, Drummondville, and Sainte-Foy depending on the departure. The rail distance is about 272 km, with the fastest direct trains taking around 3 hours 11 minutes and slower services taking about 3 hours 30 minutes. There are usually about 5 direct departures per day in one direction, with Economy and Business class offered on many trains. One-way VIA Rail fares start from about C$44 ($33 USD) for the lowest Economy Escape fares and can rise to around C$170 ($126 USD) for flexible or Business class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for peak summer, Christmas, Easter, and long weekends in Quebec.

13Aug

Seats

Montreal

Quebec City

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:25

MontrealMontréal

3h 27m

09:52

Quebec CityQuebec

Direct

viarail 20

from

95 USD

3h 27m, Direct

06:25

MontrealMontréal

09:52

Quebec CityQuebec

from

95 USD

Direct

viarail 20

08:36

MontrealMontréal

3h 11m

11:47

Quebec CityQuebec

Direct

viarail 22

from

181 USD

3h 11m, Direct

08:36

MontrealMontréal

11:47

Quebec CityQuebec

from

181 USD

Direct

viarail 22

Day trains

12:45

MontrealMontréal

3h 27m

16:12

Quebec CityQuebec

Direct

viarail 24

from

327 USD

3h 27m, Direct

12:45

MontrealMontréal

16:12

Quebec CityQuebec

from

327 USD

Direct

viarail 24

16:40

MontrealMontréal

3h 39m

20:19

Quebec CityQuebec

Direct

viarail 26

from

136 USD

3h 39m, Direct

16:40

MontrealMontréal

20:19

Quebec CityQuebec

from

136 USD

Direct

viarail 26

Evening trains

18:25

MontrealMontréal

3h 23m

21:48

Quebec CityQuebec

Direct

viarail 28

from

109 USD

3h 23m, Direct

18:25

MontrealMontréal

21:48

Quebec CityQuebec

from

109 USD

Direct

viarail 28

First train

06:25

Last train

18:25

Travel duration

3h 26m

Daily departures

Departure station

Montreal

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Quebec City

Ticket price

$36

How to Book Train Tickets Online from Montreal to Quebec City

Add passengers

Receive your ticket

Take the train

Receive Your Tickets Instantly

After booking the Montreal to Quebec City train, Rail Monsters sends confirmation by email. Tickets for this route are issued electronically, so passengers can present the e-ticket details when boarding.

Book Official Tickets Easily

Rail Monsters provides official tickets for the Montreal to Quebec City VIA Rail Corridor train. Select a departure from Montreal Central Station to Quebec City's Gare du Palais, choose Economy or Business class when available, and receive your trip confirmation online.

Secure Payment Options

Pay for Montreal to Quebec City train tickets using major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital payment methods. Online payments are processed with secure verification for this VIA Rail route.

Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation options for Montreal to Quebec City tickets depend on the selected VIA Rail fare type. Economy Escape fares are more restrictive, while higher Economy and Business fares usually allow greater flexibility before departure.

24/7 Human Customer Support

Human support is available 24/7 by chat, email, or phone for Montreal to Quebec City booking questions, schedule changes, ticket delivery, or station guidance at Montreal Central Station and Gare du Palais.

Why Book Montreal to Quebec City Train Tickets with Rail Monsters?

Trusted by travelers
and rated 4.8 on average

e-Tickets to board

Seat Preferences
that works

International
Payment options

Rail Monsters sells Montreal to Quebec City train tickets with 24/7 human customer support, mobile apps for iOS and Android, real-time train information, and a single account for worldwide rail bookings. Travelers can manage VIA Rail Corridor tickets alongside other routes without switching accounts.

We accept payments:

Montreal to Quebec City Route Overview

The Montreal to Quebec City route follows the St. Lawrence River corridor across eastern Quebec, linking the province's largest city with its historic capital. A distinctive feature is the approach into Quebec City through Sainte-Foy and the river valley before arrival at Gare du Palais, a heritage station just outside the walls of Old Quebec. VIA Rail trains on this route use reserved seating; passengers choose a specific train, class, and seat assignment rather than boarding any departure with an open ticket. Winter weather can affect road traffic on Autoroute 20, so the train is often chosen for predictable station-to-station travel during snow season.

Travel time

3h 26m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 11m

Longest trip

3h 39m

Montreal

Montreal is Quebec's largest city, known for Mount Royal, the Old Port, and a strong French-language cultural scene. Trains to Quebec City depart from Montreal Central Station, located downtown beneath Place Ville Marie with metro access at Bonaventure and connections to local and regional rail.

Montreal

895 Rue de la Gauchetière Ouest, H3B 4G1

Sauve

9600 rue Berri

3h 26m

Quebec City

Quebec City is the provincial capital and one of North America's oldest fortified cities, with Old Quebec listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. VIA Rail trains arrive at Gare du Palais, a historic station near the Saint-Roch district and within walking distance or a short taxi ride of the old town.

Quebec

450 rue de la Gare du Palais, G1K 3X2

Available Ticket Classes

VIA Rail trains between Montreal and Quebec City normally offer Economy class and Business class on many departures. Economy class includes assigned seating, overhead storage, power outlets on most trainsets, and access to paid snacks or light meals depending on the service. Business class includes wider seating, priority boarding where available, a meal or snack service on eligible departures, complimentary drinks, and access to VIA business lounges at selected Corridor stations. Fare types within each class may differ in exchange, refund, and baggage conditions.

from

$57

Escape fare

from

$83

Economy Plus fare

from

$164

Business Plus fare

Practical Information for VIA Rail Travelers

VIA Rail baggage rules on the Montreal to Quebec City Corridor route depend on class and fare type. Check the allowance on the selected ticket before departure.

Luggage Allowance

On VIA Rail Corridor trains, passengers typically may bring one personal item up to 11.5 kg and one carry-on item up to 23 kg, with size limits shown on the ticket conditions. Additional or oversized pieces may require a paid allowance and must fit onboard storage areas.

Storage Facilities

Montreal to Quebec City trains have overhead racks for small bags and end-of-car luggage shelves for suitcases. Keep valuables and documents with you at the seat, especially during intermediate stops such as Drummondville or Sainte-Foy.

Special Items

Bicycles, skis, golf bags, and musical instruments are accepted only when they meet VIA Rail's size rules and space is available on the selected train. Some items must be packed in a case or bag and may require advance selection of a baggage option.

Average rating & reviews

4.7

Among mobile stores and search platforms

4.7

Among mobile stores and search platforms

Tokyo to Hiroshima, first timers

We went from Tokyo station to Hiroshima for the first time. Bought the tickets online, printed them, no issues at all. Great experience.

Denise Harston

Thank you very much for your support

Even with very short time frame you suceeded to change our tickets. We are very gratefull. You are the best.

Mitja Bostner

Thank you, David!

Could not thank David from Rail Monsters enough, i made a couple of errors in my booking for japan and he fixed them asap with no hassle, customer service A1

Alan

Local Guide

Wonderful trip from Tokyo to Kyoto. Excellent service.

Marius-Adrian Nicoara

Very kind and helpful staff

Very kind and helpful staff who were very diligent and thorough in helping secure tickets for a sold out train. Thank you so much!

Allison Makhoul

Lisbon–Porto

did lisbon to porto, booked the night before, ticket was in my email in like 2 minutes. easy.

J. Fernandes

Paris to Barcelona, would book again

I was comparing prices everywhere for the Paris–Barcelona high speed train and honestly Rail Monsters was the easiest to actually book. Confirmation came through straight away and everything matched at the station. No surprises, which is all I wanted.

Sophie L.

Makkah to Madinah

Booked the Haramain train Makkah to Madinah for my family. Simple and fast. Had one question and someone replied within a few minutes.

Khalid A.

Honest about the refund

Our plans fell through and I had to cancel. I expected a fight to be honest but they explained the refund rules clearly and sorted it without any drama. Really appreciated that.

Emma Richardson

Nozomi Osaka–Tokyo

Reserved seats on the Nozomi from Osaka to Tokyo. Everything correct, boarding was smooth. Recommend.

Takeshi

last minute rome florence

needed rome to florence same day, found the train, paid, done. ticket by email. saved me at the station honestly

Carla M.

first time booking abroad

First time buying train tickets in another country and I was a bit nervous about it. Site was clear, price was shown upfront with no hidden bits, tickets came by email within minutes. Nothing to stress about in the end.

Yuki Nioaro

Return with connections, all fine

Booked a return with two connections. All the tickets came together and each leg worked exactly as shown. No mess.

Mario Alves

clear pricing

prices were upfront, no weird fees added at the end. that alone made me trust it.

Priya

Montreal to Quebec City Map

The Montreal to Quebec City rail route runs northeast from Montreal Central Station through the St. Lawrence lowlands. Typical stops include Saint-Lambert, Saint-Hyacinthe, Drummondville, and Sainte-Foy before trains continue to Gare du Palais. The line passes agricultural areas, small Quebec towns, river approaches near Quebec City, and the final urban section into the Saint-Roch district below Old Quebec.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

viarail

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 26m

Price from

$36

Departures

Rating

The train links downtown Montreal Central Station with Quebec City's Gare du Palais, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Buses between Montreal and Quebec City usually take about 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes depending on stops and road conditions, with lower advance fares but less workspace. Flights are short in the air, yet travel to Montreal Trudeau Airport, check-in, security, boarding, and transfer from Quebec City airport usually make door-to-door time longer than the train. Rail is also the lower-emission option for most travelers on this Quebec corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 26m

$36-$217

Bus

Apprx.

3h 30m

$25-$55

Flight

Apprx.

55m

$120-$320

Cities at Both Ends

Montreal combines the Old Port, Mount Royal, and neighborhoods such as Plateau-Mont-Royal, with trains leaving from downtown Montreal Central Station. Quebec City, founded in 1608, is known for Old Quebec, the Citadelle, and Petit-Champlain; trains arrive at Gare du Palais near Saint-Roch and below the fortified upper town.

Montreal

Quebec's main intercity rail hub, served by VIA Rail corridors, exo regional trains, and cross-border service to New York.

Quebec City

Canada's eastern VIA Rail Corridor terminus, linking Quebec City with Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, and intermediate Quebec stations.

FAQ about the Montreal - Quebec City Route

How much is the train from Montreal to Quebec City?

One-way VIA Rail fares from Montreal to Quebec City start from about C$44 ($33 USD) for the lowest Economy Escape fares and can rise to around C$170 ($126 USD) for flexible Economy or Business class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Montreal to Quebec City train?

VIA Rail Corridor trains on this route are conventional intercity trains, not high-speed trains. Maximum speeds on parts of the Corridor network are about 160 km/h (99 mph), though the average speed is lower because of station stops, shared tracks, and the approach into Quebec City.

How long is the train from Montreal to Quebec City?

The fastest direct Montreal to Quebec City trains take about 3 hours 11 minutes. Slower direct services usually take around 3 hours 30 minutes, depending on stops and timetable padding. The route covers about 272 km between Montreal Central Station and Gare du Palais.

How to book Montreal to Quebec City train tickets?

Book Montreal to Quebec City train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting a VIA Rail departure, and choosing Economy or Business class when available. Pay online and receive e-ticket confirmation by email. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets.

Does a Canada rail pass cover Montreal to Quebec City?

VIA Rail's Corridor and system pass products can include Montreal to Quebec City when the pass terms, route zone, and travel dates allow it, but seat reservations are still required for a specific train. Pass conditions vary by product and availability. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

Learn more information at our

Country Guide

Popular Train Routes

Trains from Montreal

Trains from Quebec City

More to Explore