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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Toronto to Montreal. Traveling by bus from Toronto to Montreal usually takes around 5 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Book-a-Ride bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 313 mi (504 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $44.65 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Book-a-Ride |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Toronto to Montreal
(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)
5.0
The ride was by night and the whole bus was pretty silent, I got to sleep, so, awesome ! And they were plugs so even more awesome !
4.0
Pros: On time and convenient location for puckup and drop off. Cons: Seats. No charging outlets and sanitizer was not working in toilets. Tips: Be friendly.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Toronto to Montreal. Book-a-Ride connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book-a-Ride | 4 | 5h 33m | $44.65 |
Book Book-a-Ride from Toronto to Montreal from $45. There are 4 trips per day offered by Book-a-Ride from Toronto to Montreal and you can expect on average to pay for a Book-a-Ride ticket to Montreal. In Toronto, Book-a-Ride departs to Montreal from 300 Borough Dr and one other station. In Montreal, Book-a-Ride arrives at Berri-Uqam .
An average trip on Book-a-Ride from Toronto to Montreal takes 5 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Book-a-Ride trip will get you to Montreal in 5 hours and 15 minutes .
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The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 313 miles from Toronto to Montreal. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 15 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking buses from Toronto to Montreal. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the bus and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Toronto to Montreal, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Toronto to Montreal every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Toronto to Montreal without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Toronto to Montreal; ticket prices start at $39.54.
Toronto is one of the world’s most culturally diverse cities, making it a great destination for travelers looking for a culturally unique experience. One of the most unique landmarks in the city is the Aga Khan Museum, which boasts a beautiful collection of Islamic, Iranian, and Muslim artifacts. If you are interested in art, the Art Gallery of Ontario is a definite must-see. For those who want to step away from the bustling city and seek the refuge of nature, take a ferry to Centre Isle, which offers plenty of activities such as biking or hiking.
Toronto’s food scene is vast and extremely vibrant due to the city’s multicultural nature. Bar Isabel is a local favorite that offers amazing Spanish dishes with a cozy vibe. For a more posh experience, head over to Alo Restaurant, which features a five-course tasting menu that will take you on a culinary ride.
The main bus station in the city is the Union Station Bus Terminal, served by various intercity bus services, including Greyhound and Ontario Northland. The main train station in Toronto is the adjacent Union Station, which is the hub for VIA Rail’s intercity services. The city’s airport is the Toronto Pearson International Airport, the busiest airport in Canada.
Effortlessly blending quaint old buildings with the high-rises of the 21st century, Montreal is an exciting destination for adventure-seekers as well as introverted travelers. We even propose Montreal as a fantastic bachelorette party destination to consider. At the beating heart of this modern city is the quarter of Old Montreal, where you can find horse-drawn carriages and cobblestone streets. As you meander through the area, don’t miss out on the chance to marvel at the architectural genius of the Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal, which is one of the most iconic structures of the city. For those who wish to stay close to nature, the gigantic Parc du Mont-Royal will satisfy all your needs. In the warmer months of the year, you can rent a boat and row on Lac des Castors, which offers amazing views.
Montreal is heaven for fans of French cuisine. The top-rated traditional French restaurants converge in the Old Montreal quarter, and some local favorite names include Toque, LOV, Crew Collective & Cafe. For those looking for Canadian specialties, head over to Schwartz’s.
The principal rail station for Montreal is the Central Station, which is served by both VIA Rail and Amtrak. If you are traveling by bus, head to the Montreal Coach Terminal (aka Gare d'autocars de Montréal) from where you can catch buses operated by Greyhound and several other carriers. The city’s main airport is the Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, which is located in the nearby city of Dorval.
Toronto has two bus stations with service to Montreal.
300 Borough Dr
Toronto (Bay St-Queen's Quay)
All buses from Toronto arrive at one main station in Montreal.
Berri-Uqam
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