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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Major art museum with strong Canadian, international, decorative arts, and temporary exhibition collections on Sherbrooke Street.
Cheapest price
$202
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
18 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
792 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $202.
Of the 1 buses that leave Arlington, VA for Montreal, QC on Sat, Jun 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 792 km distance in an average of 18 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 18 h 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 19h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $100, and a bus costs an average of $100.
Distance: 492 miles (792 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$151 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 55m Average total duration Fastest 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
The table below shows live departures for Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 PM Arlington, VA | 20h20 | 9:20 AM Montreal, QC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 3:35 AM Arlington, VA | 18h30 | 10:05 PM Montreal, QC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 492 miles (792 km) distance in 18h 30m.
Distance 492 miles (792 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 30m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montreal, QC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Arlington, VA to Montreal, QC buses use the Arlington, 19th Street North / North Kent Street (Rosslyn) to Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal station pair. Use this guide to compare Arlington, VA and Montreal, QC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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