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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 3 trains that leave Montreal, QC for Burlington, ON on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 549 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 9 h 15 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.
6:22 PM7h00Montreal, QC1:22 AMBurlington, ON$981One-way0 transfers- 5:22 PM7h00Montreal, QC12:22 AMBurlington, ON$1621One-way0 transfers
- 12:46 PM9h15Montreal, QC10:01 PMBurlington, ON$2321One-way0 transfers
- 6:22 PM7h00Montreal, QC1:22 AMBurlington, ON$981One-way0 transfers
- 5:22 PM7h00Montreal, QC12:22 AMBurlington, ON$1621One-way0 transfers
- 12:46 PM9h15Montreal, QC10:01 PMBurlington, ON$2321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$133 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON:
A train is $155 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON costing on average $288 (€233).
Other travel options to Burlington, ON take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (6h 7m by train vs 6h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $133 (€108) compared to roughly $94 (€76) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIA61 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA83 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 6:45 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 10h05 | 4:50 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
| VIA63 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA75 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 8:46 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 9h15 | 6:01 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
| VIA63 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA83 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 8:46 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 8h04 | 4:50 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
| VIA65 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA75 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 10:49 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 7h12 | 6:01 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
| VIA65 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA79 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 10:49 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 9h33 | 8:22 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
| VIA67 Service from Montreal to Toronto · VIA79 Service from Toronto to Aldershot | 1:22 PM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 7h00 | 8:22 PM Aldershot, Burlington, ON | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON
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Trains from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Montreal, QC and Burlington, ON from $69 (€56). 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 Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON 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 Burlington, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreal, QC to Burlington, ON
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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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