How much is the train ticket from Kingston to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Kingston to Montreal start from R 719. The average price for this train route is around R 1 085. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kingston to Montreal?

The average train journey time from Kingston to Montreal is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 258 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Kingston to Montreal route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kingston to Montreal?

The earliest train from Kingston to Montreal departs at 09:02. And the latest train departs at 21:55.

Train Kingston to Montreal from R 613 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 39m	23:04	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	14:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 57m	17:05	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	12:25	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	4h 12m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	14:08	VIA Rail Station	2h 57m	17:05	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:29	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	22:14	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:29	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	22:14	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:29	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	22:14	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:29	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	22:14	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
MapleBus + VIA Rail	12:00	Esso - 1185 Division St.	4h 37m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:44	VIA Rail Station	2h 41m	20:25	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	17:44	VIA Rail Station	2h 14m	19:58	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
MapleBus + VIA Rail	12:00	Esso - 1185 Division St.	4h 37m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:05	VIA Rail Station	2h 39m	23:44	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	21:05	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	23:18	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:05	VIA Rail Station	2h 55m	14:00	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	11:05	VIA Rail Station	2h 55m	14:00	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Kingston to Montreal on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:44	VIA Rail Station	2h 41m	20:25	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	20:25	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	22:38	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	09:30	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	16:37	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	09:02	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50	Gare Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:32 AM EST.

Compare 4 ways to travel from Kingston to Montreal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3hAverage duration

270 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 100 - R 1 745	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 719 - R 2 888	Average duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 1 098 - R 1 348	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 306 - R 789	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 700 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Customers have expressed positive opinions about the comfort and ease of travel provided by the train service. They also appreciate the fast service, polite and helpful staff, as well as their love for Montréal Central Station.

VIA Rail Kingston Montreal recent customer reviews

The staff on our train were really nice, extremely helpful and friendly. There was an accident that happened with another train and we were delayed for around an hour and a half.

Ruzica P.

2 June 2024

I bought a ticket from 3rd party company and they reception denied to upgrade the ticket. I had to buy a new business class ticket to be able to carry 2 bags after I got to the car they asked me to put my luggages 2 cars far because there is no space .I was required to carry them my self all the long

Ibrahim A.

31 May 2024

Great trip great employees and service only thing I found the seats in economy class somewhat uncomfortable but not excessively

Chris S.

13 April 2024

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kingston, CA to Montreal by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Kingston to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Kingston to Montreal start from R 719. The average price for this train route is around R 1 085. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kingston to Montreal?
The average train journey time from Kingston to Montreal is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 258 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Kingston to Montreal route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kingston to Montreal?
The earliest train from Kingston to Montreal departs at 09:02. And the latest train departs at 21:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 192

14/12

R 1 294

Today

R 1 100

16/12

R 935

17/12

R 732

18/12

R 732

19/12

R 1 295

20/12

R 1 294

The cheapest trip from Kingston, CA to Montreal was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 732

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kingston, CA to Montreal as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 732 to R 3 527 for a train ticket from Kingston, CA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 732, which is on 2025-12-17.