How to travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $120.

Distance: 144 miles (233 km)

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$65

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$253

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3h 39m

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1h 19m

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The cheapest way to travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is a bus with an average price of $64 (€52).

This is compared to other travel options from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC:

A bus is $1 (€0.87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC costing on average $65 (€53).

A bus is $189 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC costing on average $253 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Montreal, QC take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

Train takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Quebec City, QC and Montreal, QC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC among Omio's users.

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from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC

How to get from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Jaguaride0
    10:30 AM2h40
    Quebec City, QC
    1:10 PMMontreal, QC
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Jaguaride0
    10:30 AM2h40
    Quebec City, QC
    1:10 PMMontreal, QC
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Pascan AviationP6484
    4:45 PM0h45
    Quebec
    5:30 PMMontréal / Saint-Hubert Airport
    $5231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SeajetsVIA33 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal
    5:57 AM2h40
    Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC
    8:37 AMMontreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC
    $901One-way
    0 transfers
  • SeajetsVIA29 Service from Sainte-Foy to Montreal
    6:08 PM2h52
    Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC
    9:00 PMMontreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC
    $901One-way
    0 transfers
  • SeajetsVIA33 Service from Quebec to Montreal
    5:29 AM3h08
    Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC
    8:37 AMMontreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC
    $901One-way
    0 transfers
  • Jaguaride0
    10:30 AM2h50
    Quebec City, QC
    1:20 PMMontreal, QC
    $641One-way
    0 transfers
  • Jaguaride0
    6:30 PM2h45
    Quebec City, QC
    9:15 PMMontreal, QC
    $651One-way
    0 transfers
  • Jaguaride0
    6:30 PM2h55
    Quebec City, QC
    9:25 PMMontreal, QC
    $651One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air LiaisonDU921
    7:30 PM0h50
    Quebec
    8:20 PMMontréal / Saint-Hubert Airport
    $2951One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air LiaisonDU9001
    1:45 PM1h00
    Quebec
    2:45 PMMontréal / Saint-Hubert Airport
    $2951One-way
    0 transfers
  • pal airlinesPB833
    10:45 PM0h50
    Quebec
    11:35 PMMontreal
    $3451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Quebec City, QC 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 Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Quebec City, QC and Montreal, QC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is a bus with an average price of $64 (€52).

This is compared to other travel options from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC:

A bus is $1 (€0.87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC costing on average $65 (€53).

A bus is $189 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC costing on average $253 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Montreal, QC take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

Train takes on average 3h 9m.

The distance from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is approximately 144 miles (233 km).
The average frequency per day from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Quebec and arrive in Montreal.
  • Trains mostly depart from Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC and arrive in Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Québec, Hôtel de ville, QC and arrive in Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with pal airlines, Pascan Aviation, Air Canada Rouge, Air Transat, Porter Airlines to go to Montreal, QC by flight.
  • Travel with Seajets to go to Montreal, QC by train.
  • Travel with Infobus, Jaguaride, Intercar, Orléans Express, Tour Express to go to Montreal, QC by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct flights per day with pal airlines, Pascan Aviation, Air Canada Rouge, Air Transat, Porter Airlines.
  • 10 direct trains per day with Seajets.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Infobus, Jaguaride, Intercar, Orléans Express, Tour Express.
Omio customers who travel from Quebec City, QC to Montreal, QC often also extend their vacation to go to Toronto, ON, New York, NY, Vancouver, BC, Ottawa, ON, Niagara Falls, 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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