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Compare bus, train, and flight for Montreal, QC to New York City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to New York City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $119 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $119, while a flight costs an average of $500.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $119 Average price Cheapest | $500 Average price |
11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreal, QC to New York City:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montreal, QC to New York City costing on average $140 (€113).
A bus is $381 (€309) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreal, QC to New York City costing on average $500 (€405).
Other travel options to New York City take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
Train takes on average 11h 14m.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreal, QC to New York City
Trains from Montreal, QC to New York City run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€82) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:10, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average train duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 5m |
First train 3:10 PM |
Last train 3:10 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Montreal, QC to New York City trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Montreal, QC and New York City from $86 (€70). 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 New York City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreal, QC to New York City 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 New York City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreal, QC to New York City
Most Montreal, QC to New York City trains use the Montreal (Central Station) to Newark Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Montreal, QC and New York City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Montreal, QC station do trains to New York City leave from?
Getting to Montreal (Central Station) from Montreal city centre
Montreal (Central Station) is 1 km from Montreal city centre. Public transport options include:
Montreal (Central Station) train station facilities and services
Montreal (Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Montréalais, Les Enfants Terribles
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montreal (Central Station). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Montreal (Central Station). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montreal (Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montreal (Central Station): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreal (Central Station): Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, Hotel Bonaventure Montreal, Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Montreal, QC
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