How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Montreal start from €88. The average price for this train route is around €88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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 fastest train gets you there in 21h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Montreal route?

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

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.

Train Washington to Montreal from €84 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 7 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 8 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Montreal on 9 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:00	Union Station	22h 16m	20:16	Gare Centrale	No tags

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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 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

16h 55mAverage duration

789 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€71 - €245	Average duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€88 - €375	Average duration22h 16m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Montreal?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Montreal

A
Gare Centrale
895 Rue de la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4G1, Canada
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B
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
C
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
1717 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H2L 4E9, Canada
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €88

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Montreal start from €88. The average price for this train route is around €88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 fastest train gets you there in 21h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Montreal route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
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

30/01

€145

31/01

€115

Today

€115

02/02

€84

03/02

€84

04/02

€84

05/02

€96

06/02

€109

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Montreal was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €84

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 €84 to €231 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 €84, which is on 2026-02-02.