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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Canada’s largest art museum features Quebec, Canadian, Indigenous, and international works in a major cultural complex downtown.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY to Montreal, QC will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 buses from Rensselaer, NY to Montreal, QC, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 319 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 5 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.

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Buses from Rensselaer, NY to Montreal, QC run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (319 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 198 miles (319 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rensselaer, NY to Montreal, QC.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Trailways | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Rensselaer, NY to Montreal, QC buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 6:10 AM Rensselaer, NY | 4h55 | 11:05 AM Montreal, QC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Rensselaer, NY | 4h55 | 12:05 PM Montreal, QC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Canada’s largest art museum features Quebec, Canadian, Indigenous, and international works in a major cultural complex downtown.
This archaeology and history museum traces Montreal’s origins with excavations, artifacts, and engaging exhibits near the birthplace of the city.
A leading science museum with interactive exhibitions on nature, technology, and health, ideal for hands-on learning and broad appeal.
Montreal’s signature mountain park offers wooded trails, lookouts, and one of the city’s most memorable panoramic viewpoints.
The city’s oldest district blends cobbled streets, historic buildings, museums, and lively public spaces along the riverfront.
A popular canal-side walking and cycling route with industrial heritage, green space, and postcard views of old warehouses and locks.
Montreal-style bagel is a wood-fired, hand-rolled bagel boiled in honey water. Smaller and sweeter than New York style, it is a defining city staple.
Poutine pairs fries, cheese curds, and hot gravy. Born in Quebec, it is a beloved comfort food found across Montreal in classic and creative versions.
Smoked meat is cured, spiced beef brisket steamed until tender and piled on rye with mustard. Montreal's deli tradition makes it an essential local sandwich.
Legendary bakery for authentic wood-fired Montreal bagels. Simple, always lively, and one of the city's signature food stops.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant serving refined Quebec ingredients in tasting menus. Elegant setting with a strong reputation for modern local cuisine.
Iconic casual deli famed for Montreal smoked meat sandwiches. Busy, classic, and essential for a traditional local meal.
Moderate for North America: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and transit are often cheaper than Toronto or Vancouver.
Tip 15%-20% in restaurants on pre-tax bills. Round up or tip about 10% for taxis. Small tips are common at cafes, but not required.
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