Is there a luxury train from Montreal to Quebec City?

VIA Rail - Montreal to Quebec City Board VIA Rail's The Corridor train, bound for Quebec City. Relax in your spacious business class seat as you follow the St. Lawrence River from Montreal to Quebec City. Meals and full-bar service are included onboard the train.



While there is no dedicated "Orient Express" style private train for this specific route, VIA Rail’s Business Class offers a high-end, premium experience that is the standard "luxury" option for the 3-hour journey between Montreal and Quebec City. In 2026, passengers in Business Class enjoy access to the exclusive Panorama Lounge at Montreal's Gare Centrale, priority boarding, and spacious, ergonomic seating in a dedicated cabin. The service includes a complimentary multi-course meal (often featuring Canadian gourmet ingredients) with wine and spirits served at your seat. For those seeking even more exclusivity, luxury travel agencies often bundle this rail journey into "Prestige" packages that include stay at the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and private chauffeured transfers at both ends. VIA Rail has also introduced a new fleet of modern "Venture" trains on this corridor, featuring improved Wi-Fi, larger windows, and enhanced accessibility, making the journey through the scenic St. Lawrence Valley a comfortable and sophisticated alternative to driving or flying between these two historic Francophone cities.

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The Montreal to Quebec City train ride is very scenic. You'll get to see some of Canada's most beautiful countryside as you travel between the two cities. The train crosses the Saint Lawrence and passes through wilderness and quaint small towns.

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The Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf and VIA Rail Prestige class are two popular luxury train services and our Canadian Insiders can help you book the right service level for you.

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FAQs for booking trains from Montreal to Québec City The cost of your ticket may vary depending on when you book, so we recommend you plan early. $32 is what you can expect to pay for a train ride from Montreal to Québec City one-way.

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It's basically charming and Pennsylvania/Midwest-like flat countryside mixed with some cute villages...but it goes on f-o-r-e-v-e-r. I convinced my fiance to stay on Chemin du Roy (going from Quebec to Montreal) until Trois Riveries. It's a big town on the map, so I was convinced it was going to be the winner.

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Maharajas' Express, India The Maharajas' Express holds the record for the most expensive train trips in the world. It costs $3,385 to spend a night in this traveling Presidential Suite. The Maharajas' Express is operated by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC).

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The Venice Simplon-Orient Express (VSOE) is the world's most authentic luxury train.

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From Montreal, explore Quebec City by luxury coach on this day trip. The departure is from downtown Montreal at 7 a.m. and the arrival in Quebec is scheduled for around 10 a.m. During your visit to Quebec, you can first discover the magnificent Montmorency Falls on foot during a one-hour stop.

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Ten days is the perfect length of time to visit both Montréal and Québec City, allowing you to dedicate enough time to experience Montréal's legendary nightlife and Québec City's historic center, with a few side trips.

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Sleeper trains are making a welcome comeback and it's easy to see why; they're more environmentally-friendly and sustainable than air travel, as well as being a fun and, often, comfortable way of traveling. However, it may seem daunting if it's your first time on a sleeper train.

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Shower amenities are provided in your cabin (towels, shampoo and soap).

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