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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreal, QC to Kingston, 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 Kingston, ON will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Montreal, QC for Kingston, ON on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 59 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 bus and train for Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:22 PM Montreal, QC | 2h41 | 8:03 PM Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:56 PM Montreal, QC | 4h59 | 10:55 PM Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON
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Trains from Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 21:49 |
Train companies: VIA Rail from Montreal, QC to Kingston, ON trainsVIA Rail trains will get you between Montreal, QC and Kingston, ON from $13 (€11). 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 Kingston, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreal, QC to Kingston, 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 Kingston, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreal, QC to Kingston, 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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