What is the best way to travel from Quebec City to Montreal?

The quickest way to get from Quebec to Montreal is to fly which costs $140 - $450 and takes 2h 53m. Is there a direct bus between Quebec and Montreal? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Québec and arriving at Montréal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day.



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Travelling with Orléans Express bus lines between Montréal and Québec City is the best way to travel between the two cities if you are on a budget. The buses are comfortable, with Wi-Fi and electric outlets onboard. The journey takes about 3 hours and tickets start at around $25 one-way.

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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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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.

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It can actually end up being more cost-efficient to take the train to Montreal rather than driving. For tourists, it saves on the costs of car rentals or the hassle of standing in long lines at airports. Via Rail is Canada's national passenger railway.

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Montréal's public transit system and pedestrian-friendly streets can take you from a day at the museum to a restaurant in the Plateau. Or hop on a BIXI public bike to explore some of the city's over 750 kilometres of bike paths.

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Both the fastest bus and fastest train options take between 2 hours 30 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes, but train prices actually start lower — the cheapest train ticket is about CA $29, while the cheapest bus ticket is about CA $45. Is Quebec City to Montreal a good day-trip?

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How many days should a tourist spend in Montreal, Canada? Depending on what you want to see, I would recommend 4?5 days. Although a lot of attractions can be seen in a single morning, afternoon or evening, there are a few that will most likely set you back a whole day.

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Luckily, Canadian train trips cross most of it, and the journeys allow you to take in some of the world's most spectacular scenery, stress-free. Some of the country's most remote—and beautiful—spots lack road access, so a train ride may also be the only way to visit.

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Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. Children under 16 only need proof of U.S. citizenship.

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Quebecers always welcome tourists. We have an excellent reputation for welcoming tourists, Beside that, you will find lovely places to visit. Site touristique officiel du gouvernement du Québec, tourisme, vacances, activités et réservation d'hébergement à découvrir sur Bonjour Québec. They're friendly to everyone.

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It's an easy drive, unless you get caught in rush hour traffic in Montreal or Quebec City. Two 4-lane motorways connect the cities, one on each side of the St. Lawrence River. They take about the same time to drive, around 2 1/2 hours, although neither runs directly along the river for any distance.

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