How much is the train ticket from Newark to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Montreal start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $103. 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 Newark to Montreal?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Montreal is 15h 28m, covering a distance of 330 miles (533 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to Montreal route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Newark to Montreal at 1:56am. And the latest train departs at 6:22am.

What is the best train operator from Newark to Montreal?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Montreal?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Montreal?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Montreal?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Newark to Montreal from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Montreal on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:48am	Penn Station	15h 28m	8:16pm	Gare Centrale	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:48am	Penn Station	15h 28m	8:16pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:13 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Montreal

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

332 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $223	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $187	Average Duration15h 28m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Montreal?

Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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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
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C
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
1717 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H2L 4E9, Canada
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in CA:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Montreal start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $103. 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 Newark to Montreal?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Montreal is 15h 28m, covering a distance of 330 miles (533 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Montreal route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Montreal?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Montreal at 1:56am. And the latest train departs at 6:22am.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Montreal?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Montreal?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Montreal?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Montreal?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

$86

12/10

$93

Today

$93

12/12

$118

12/13

$110

12/14

$109

12/15

$81

12/16

$86

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $81

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

You can expect to pay from $81 to $283 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Montreal?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 30m	Avg Price$108	Daily Departures15
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time15h 28m	Avg Price$103	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Newark, NJ 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 $103 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $86. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Montreal, choose the train, as it will take you from Newark, NJ to Montreal in about 11h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!