Question 1

Is it best to take a train, bus or fly from Montreal to Boston?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest option is to take a bus from Montreal to Boston. On average, tickets can be purchased for around $59.68. The duration of the trip is about 8 hours, the earliest bus leaving at 8 a.m. and latest leaving at 11 p.m.
The fastest way to get from Montreal to Boston is to fly. A nonstop flight can take a little over an hour, while a connecting flight can take around 4 hours. Ticket prices average between $200 and $300, depending on the carrier.
There is no direct train from Montreal to Boston.

Question 2

Do you need a passport when traveling from Montreal to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you must show your passport or proof of citizenship when crossing the border into the United States. Identification options include an Enhanced Driver’s Licence or Enhanced Identity Card, or you can use a Trusted Traveler Program Card (such as a FAST card). You will not be able to travel from Canada to the U.S. without a valid type of identification.
At the U.S. border, all passengers must disembark the bus with their belongings to pass through security. All unclaimed items will be possessed by officials at that time.

Question 3

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Boston at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Question 4

What bus companies travel from Montreal to Boston?

Accepted Answer

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Montreal to Boston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.

Question 5

How much is a bus ticket from Montreal to Boston?

Accepted Answer

£34.26 is the average price of a bus ticket from Montreal to Boston. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 6

How many buses are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Montreal to Boston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Montreal to Boston; ticket prices start at £144.28.

Question 7

How long is the bus ride from Montreal to Boston?

Accepted Answer

The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 403 kilometers from Montreal to Boston. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 8

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Montreal?

Accepted Answer

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Montreal to Boston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 9

Get around town with Moovit

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Where does the bus arrive in Boston?

Accepted Answer

All buses from Montreal arrive at one main station in Boston.

Question 11

Where does the bus leave from in Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Most buses depart from the main station in Montreal.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C£34.58 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Montreal to Boston is expected to range from  to . If you are looking to travel to Boston within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from . The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are  and can be found on .

Question 14

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in . That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Montreal to Boston in , expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Question 15

Need a return trip from Boston to Montreal?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.