How to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC

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Compare train and flight for Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a flight costs an average of $468.

Distance: 341 miles (549 km)

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6h 18m

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Compare ways to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC

Compare the available ways to get from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is a bus with an average price of $83.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC:

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC costing on average $141.

A bus is $385 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC costing on average $468.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Montreal, QC take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 18m.

Bus takes on average 11h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Burlington, ON and Montreal, QC including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (5h 48m by train vs 5h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $141 compared to roughly $107 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.

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from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC

How to get from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC

Travel to Montreal, QC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC.

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There are 2 options to travel between Burlington, ON and Montreal, QC including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is a bus with an average price of $83.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC:

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC costing on average $141.

A bus is $385 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC costing on average $468.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Montreal, QC take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 18m.

Bus takes on average 11h 44m.

The distance from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is approximately 341 miles (549 km).
The average frequency per day from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Burlington, ON and Montreal, QC as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Toronto and arrive in Montreal.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aldershot, Burlington, ON and arrive in Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamilton, Main Street West / Bowman Street (McMaster), ON and arrive in Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Montreal, QC by bus.
  • Travel with Seajets to go to Montreal, QC by train.
  • Travel with Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, WestJet, Air Canada Rouge to go to Montreal, QC by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC:
  • 31 direct flights per day with Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, WestJet.
Omio customers who travel from Burlington, ON to Montreal, QC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Toronto, ON, Quebec City, QC, Vancouver, BC, Ottawa, ON. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montreal, QC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Montreal, QC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Montreal, QC, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows enough time to explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, visit key attractions like Old Montreal, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and Mount Royal, as well as enjoy its renowned culinary scene.
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