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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gare Anjou | Shawinigan, QC | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Gare Sauvé | Shawinigan, QC | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Montreal to Shawinigan
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Shawinigan. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 263, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 396 - R 843 | Average duration2h 19m | 13kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 263 - R 263 | Average duration2h 15m | 6kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 4694 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 396
VIA Rail Montreal Shawinigan recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal to Shawinigan 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 Montreal to Shawinigan?
The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Shawinigan start from R 396. The average price for this train route is around R 637. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Montreal to Shawinigan?
The average train journey time from Montreal to Shawinigan is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Montreal to Shawinigan route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Montreal to Shawinigan?
The earliest train from Montreal to Shawinigan departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 08:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Montreal to Shawinigan was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 488To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Montreal to Shawinigan as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 488 to R 712 for a train ticket from Montreal to Shawinigan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 493, which is on 2025-12-12.
