Train from Washington, DC, US to Montreal: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Gare CentraleCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Gare CentraleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Montreal

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 431, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
17hAverage duration
789 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 431 - R 5 883Average duration17h
20kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 758 - R 6 734Average duration22h 16m
72kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Montreal?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Montreal start from R 1 758. The average price for this train route is around R 2 026. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Montreal?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Montreal is 22h 16m, covering a distance of 787 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Montreal route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Montreal?

    The earliest train from Washington to Montreal departs at 22:00. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 2 283
10/12
R 2 889
Today
R 2 162
12/12
R 3 494
13/12
R 1 782
14/12
R 1 678
15/12
R 1 678
16/12
R 1 678
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Montreal was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 678

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 678 to R 5 880 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 678, which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Montreal?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Montreal is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 026 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 758. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Montreal, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Montreal in about 17h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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