How to Book Train Travel From Montreal to Quebec City

How to Book Train Travel From Montreal to Quebec City

Introduction

Instructions

Choose a Railway Line

Steps

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Step One

Use VIA Rail Canada, a reliable and on-time railway, for your train travel between Montreal and Quebec City. The Montreal station is close to Bonaventure Metro on Rue de la Gauchetiere West.

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Step Two

Know ahead of time that the Montreal station not only has a ticket counter but also a self-service ticketing kiosk where you can purchase and print your ticket

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Step Three

Check train schedules by visiting VIA Rail's Web site or calling their toll-free number (888-842-7245).

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Step Four

Rest assured of the many trains to choose from when you go to book your train travel to Quebec City. Between four and six trains are available during the week and four to five trains on the weekends.

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Step Five

Sleep, work or relax during your direct 3-hour ride from Montreal to Quebec City. Non-direct train rides through Charny will take about 4.5 hours.

Select Traveling Class

Steps

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Step One

Choose Comfort class for the most economical travel option but still have flexibility to change your train departure on the same date as the original ticket for Quebec City.

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Step Two

Pick the VIA 1 class and enjoy a first-class trip with many added amenities, including a three-course meal. The lunch and dinner meals can be accompanied by wine and followed by an after-dinner liqueur.

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Step Three

Get some work done on your laptop with the slide-out tray and wireless internet access. If you prefer to relax, the cushioned seating, headrest and footrest are actually quite comfortable.

Purchase Tickets

Steps

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Step One

Book your one-way train travel from Montreal to Quebec City in Comfort class and pay between $45 and $75. If you decide on the first-class option of VIA 1, the price for a one-way ticket is from $110 to $135.

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Step Two

Prepare to book a group of 20 or more people on the same train in Comfort class and members of the group will be eligible for a 35 percent discount off full fare adult prices for most train routes. The group leader can also receive a free ticket for each block of 20 tickets purchased.

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Step Three

Pay for your train tickets five days before your trip for the best prices and seating options.

Overall Tips & Warnings

• To book train travel from Montreal to Quebec City, call VIA Rail at 1-888-VIA-RAIL or visit the link below.

Overall Things You'll Need

• A computer with internet access.