Question 1

Is there an overnight bus from New York to Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Greyhound has an overnight bus from New York City that departs at 11:00 p.m. most nights, arriving into Montreal’s Central Station at about 6:50 a.m. the next morning. The bus is direct, with no transfers, and departs from Port Authority Bus station. Greyhound tickets for this route average about $68.

Question 2

Is there a train from New York to Montreal?

Accepted Answer

The Amtrak Adirondack has 1 daily route from New York to Montreal. The total travel time is about 10 hours and 56 minutes, but the trip itself is known to be very scenic as it weaves through the Hudson Valley. The average price for these tickets are about $76, and the daily train departs around 8:00 a.m. Eastern. The route is direct, so you do not need to transfer.

Question 3

What is the best way to get from New York to Montreal?

Accepted Answer

The best way to get from New York to Montreal is by bus. Although a flight would be significantly faster, tickets start at more than $200. And if you were to travel by train, there is only 1 route per day via the Amtrak Adirondack, with tickets costing about $76.
By bus, there are 16 daily routes provided by two bus companies: Greyhound and Adirondack Pool. A bus ticket through Greyhound averages $69, and a ticket through Adirondack Pool averages about $84. Even though train tickets and bus tickets are around the same price, traveling by bus gives you more departure time options. The bus can also be faster than the train — direct bus trips can get from New York City to Montreal in as little as 7 hours and 35 minutes.

Question 4

Other ways to get from New York to Montreal

Accepted Answer

There are usually 1 daily train trips available from New York to Montreal.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Because many passengers travel from New York to Montreal at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

Question 6

What bus companies travel from New York to Montreal?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 bus lines from New York to Montreal available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 7

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Bus tickets for a trip from New York to Montreal cost $36.48 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Question 8

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Montreal every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 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 New York to Montreal; ticket prices start at $82.00.

Question 9

How long is the bus ride from New York to Montreal?

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The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 332 miles from New York to Montreal. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 50 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 10

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

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The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Montreal, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 11

Get around town with Moovit

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Question 12

Where does the bus arrive in Montreal?

Accepted Answer

All buses from New York arrive at one main station in Montreal.

Question 13

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

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Buses to Montreal leave from 6 stations in New York.

Question 14

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $49.20 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

Question 15

Average prices by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by bus from New York to Montreal in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from to . The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on .
If you’re looking to travel to Montreal this week, bus tickets are available starting at .

Question 16

Monthly average prices

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Taking the bus from New York to Montreal is usually cheapest in , when the average ticket price is only . If you're planning to take the bus from New York to Montreal during , keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of . However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Question 17

Need a return trip from Montreal to New York?

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Question 18

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

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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. 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.