Train from Philadelphia, PA to Montreal: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Montreal on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Gare CentraleCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Gare CentraleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
14h 30mAverage Duration
392 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$72 - $290Average Duration14h 30m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$91 - $274Average Duration16h 51m
57kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Montreal start from $91. The average price for this train route is around $97. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Montreal is 16h 51m, covering a distance of 391 miles (631 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 39m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Montreal route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Montreal?

    The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Montreal at 12:33am. And the latest train departs at 5:15am.

  5. What is the best train operator from Philadelphia 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Montreal?

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia 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
$102
12/10
$109
Today
$134
12/12
$142
12/13
$134
12/14
$150
12/15
$134
12/16
$134
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $102

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

You can expect to pay from $102 to $235 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Montreal?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA 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 $97 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $91. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Montreal, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Montreal in about 14h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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