The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
16 h 34 m
Average duration
16 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC without transferring at least once.
280 Empire Service · 69 Adirondack3:42 AM16h34Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY8:16 PMMontreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC$1321One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 69 Adirondack3:42 AM16h34Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY8:16 PMMontreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC$1321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $103, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 323 miles (520 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m 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 St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC:
A train is $210 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC costing on average $327 (€264).
Other travel options to Montreal, QC take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 37m.
Tickets start at around $118 (€95) compared to roughly $116 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.44 (€-1.16). The journey takes 13h 37m versus 6h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
280 Empire Service · 69 Adirondack | 3:42 AM Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 16h34 | 8:16 PM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC
Trains from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 08:52. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (520 km) distance in 16h 24m.
Distance 323 miles (520 km) |
Average train duration 13h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 16h 24m |
First train 7:52 AM |
Last train 8:52 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Catharines, ON and Montreal, QC from $84 (€68). 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 St. Catharines, ON to Montreal, QC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines, 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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