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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 | Amherst, NS | Gare Centrale | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Gare Centrale | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport | No tags |
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Get from Amherst to Montreal
The journey takes about 21 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 4694 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $125
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Amherst, CA to Montreal by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amherst to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Amherst to Montreal start from $125. The average price for this train route is around $236. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Amherst to Montreal?
The average train ride duration from Amherst to Montreal is 21h 36m, covering a distance of 451 miles (728 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 17m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Amherst to Montreal route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Amherst to Montreal?
The earliest train departs from Amherst to Montreal at 2:36pm. And the latest train departs at 2:36pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amherst, CA to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $172To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amherst, CA to Montreal, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $172 to $497 for a train ticket from Amherst, CA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-14.
