How much is the train ticket from Kingston to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Kingston to Montreal start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Kingston to Montreal?

The average train ride duration from Kingston to Montreal is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 160 miles (258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators service the Kingston to Montreal route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kingston to Montreal?

The earliest train departs from Kingston to Montreal at 9:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:55pm.

Train Kingston to Montreal from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:44pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 41m	8:25pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	10:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
MapleBus + VIA Rail	12:00pm	Esso - 1185 Division St.	4h 37m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:29pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	10:14pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	5:44pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 14m	7:58pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
MapleBus + VIA Rail	12:00pm	Esso - 1185 Division St.	4h 37m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:44pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 41m	8:25pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	9:05pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	11:18pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:05am	VIA Rail Station	2h 55m	2:00pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	11:05am	VIA Rail Station	2h 55m	2:00pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 39m	11:04pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	10:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	2:30pm	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 17m	9:47pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	10:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:29pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	10:14pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	10:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Kingston to Montreal on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:29pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 45m	10:14pm	Gare Centrale	Cheapest
	8:25pm	VIA Rail Station	2h 13m	10:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:30am	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	7h 7m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	9:02am	VIA Rail Station	2h 48m	11:50am	Gare Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:36 PM EST.

Compare 4 ways to go from Kingston to Montreal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

167 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $101	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $168	Average Duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$64 - $78	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $46	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,694 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.

June 2, 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.

May 31, 2024

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

Chris S.

April 13, 2024

Train and bus companies in CA:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kingston, 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 Kingston to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Kingston to Montreal start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $63. 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 Kingston to Montreal?
The average train ride duration from Kingston to Montreal is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 160 miles (258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Kingston to Montreal route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kingston to Montreal?
The earliest train departs from Kingston to Montreal at 9:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$46

12/10

$46

Today

$54

12/12

$75

12/13

$64

12/14

$75

12/15

$55

12/16

$50

The cheapest trip from Kingston, CA to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $46

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 $46 to $214 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 $50 which is on 2025-12-16.