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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Moncton to Dorval. The train trip from Moncton to Dorval is usually about 19 hours and 27 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest VIA Rail train can get you there in as little as 18 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 434 mi (699 km) |
| Fastest train | 18h 50m |
| Lowest price | $120.90 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Moncton to Dorval?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Moncton to Dorval. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 2 | 19h 27m | $120.90 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 2 daily trips between Moncton and Dorval. In addition to being completely green-certified, VIA Rail’s new, state-of-the-art trains feature amenities such as free reliable Wi-Fi, wide aisles, ergonomic seats, and wheelchair lifts in every accessible car. VIA Rail is known for its unparalleled customer service and snazzy black and yellow paint scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Moncton and Dorval is approximately 434 miles, or 699 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 19 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 18 hours and 50 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Moncton to Dorval. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train 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 earliest train departs Moncton at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Moncton twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dorval to Moncton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Moncton?
Main departure station: Moncton VIA Station
There is one train station in Moncton.
All train stations in Moncton:
Moncton VIA Station
Where is the train station in Dorval?
There are more train stations and stops in Dorval than most cities. Most trains from Moncton will stop at one (or more) of the 0 following stations in Dorval:
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