The cheapest and fastest trains from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
9 h 48 m
Average duration
9 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guelph, ON 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 Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
Of the 1 trains that leave Guelph, ON for Montreal, QC on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 571 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 48 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 9 h 48 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 354 miles (571 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€159 Average price | €213 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC train times
The table below shows live departures for Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIA84 Service from Guelph to Toronto · VIA66 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 5:26 PM Guelph Central, Guelph, ON | 7h59 | 1:25 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 transfer | |
VIA84 Service from Guelph to Toronto · VIA68 Service from Toronto to Montreal | 5:26 PM Guelph Central, Guelph, ON | 9h48 | 3:14 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC
Trains from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:46, the last at 12:26. The fastest train covers the 354 miles (571 km) distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 354 miles (571 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 59m |
First train 08:46 |
Last train 12:26 |
Train companies: VIA Rail, GO Transit from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC trainsVIA Rail, GO Transit trains will get you between Guelph, ON and Montreal, QC from $81 (€65). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Guelph, ON to Montreal, QC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guelph, 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
Popular train stations from Guelph, ON to 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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