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If you've been looking to travel over to Toronto this summer, now might just be the best time to do so. Megabus has $10 one-way tickets ($20 round-trip) from Montreal to Toronto, and you can take advantage of the cheap bus fare for all of summer 2023.

The Megabus website allows you took book tickets from Montreal to Toronto, starting from May 3, 2023, to September 6, 2023, with tickets going for $10 each way.

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If you're in the mood for a cute spring getaway, then you might want to consider spending a few days in Toronto as VIA Rail currently has several tickets on sale from Montreal to Toronto for as low as $110 round-trip.

Tickets in the escape route fare are as low as $54 on certain days. For example, trips from Montreal to Toronto on March 31 to April 3, April 21 to 24, May 5 to 7 or May 12 to 14 will cost anywhere from $108 to $124.17 with taxes.

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It looks like the stars are aligning for high-speed rail in Canada. And this might be the time to make it happen. As the federal government advances its plan to establish a "high-frequency" rail link between Quebec and Ontario, politicians at the provincial and municipal levels are pushing Ottawa to dream bigger.

And at least one federal official has signalled the government is open to the possibility.

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If you're looking for a new career in the new year, VIA Rail has open jobs in Montreal. Some positions would allow you to earn over $25 per hour without leaving the comfort of your home.

The Canadian Crown corporation has openings for six jobs — remote and in-person — with salaries starting at $25.27 per hour for work-from-home positions and going over $36 for technicians working at the VIA Maintenance Center in Pointe Saint-Charles. Plus, the company promises medical and dental coverage, as well as life insurance after 126 days of work.

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Grabbing a bite or embarking on a spooky date for two in Montreal can cost you a good $60 (if you're a generous date), which is more expensive than the recent deals on VIA Rail for trips from Montreal to Toronto, thanks to their Tuesday discount.

A round trip lasting three days, from Montreal's central station to Toronto's Union station, costs as little as $46 per person today, using the discount code TUESDAY.

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Now that Canada’s international travel restrictions have been given the boot, you might be inclined to book your next trip ASAP — and we don’t blame ya. So, if you’re looking for a new and exciting way to explore the globe, train travel offers up an experience that you won't find with your typical cruise or airline.

For those of you who are keen on choo-choo-ing your way across Canada or any worldwide destination but aren’t entirely sure how and where to look, Condé Nast Traveler’s recent ranking of best rail journeys has got you covered.

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VIA Rail is advertising 14 station attendant jobs in Montreal that pay between $26.80 and $27.42/hour. The only education requirement is a high school diploma.

Other requirements include communication skills in English and French and one year of customer service experience. Applicants must also have a valid driver's license.

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With the wild gas prices in Montreal lately, taking a drive to Toronto feels like it'll put a hefty dent in your wallet.

And while there are some airlines that offer cheap flights between the two cities, nothing compares to the $10 Megabus trip tickets from Montreal to Toronto we just spotted.

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With the current gas prices in Quebec at an all-time high, taking a road trip might not be the best idea, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't travel. Luckily for those looking for a weekend getaway, VIA Rail Canada currently has tickets from Montreal to Toronto on sale for as low as $69.

With a standard Montreal to Toronto trip taking approximately six hours of driving, you're looking at quite a lot of gas, not to mention the wear and tear on your car.

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The Government is moving forward with a plan to bring high-frequency rail to the Toronto-Quebec City corridor. On Wednesday, Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra announced the beginning of a process to seek private sector partners and input on the project through what's called a Request for Expressions of Interest.

First announced in the summer of 2021, the proposed high-frequency rail service would mean shorter travel times, as well as faster and more reliable trains, the government said.

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If you're on the lookout for a new job, then we've got you covered. VIA Rail Canada is currently hiring a number of on-board service positions at their Montreal terminal in Dorval, Quebec.

The job pays $23.56 per hour, which is well over the current minimum wage in Quebec. Although you don't need to have an outstanding resume to apply, there are a few details you should know about when it comes to the job.

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As we're all oh-so-aware by now, gas prices in Montreal are absolutely bonkers. So that leaves us to wonder: How else can we go on the road trips we've been planning?

If you're looking to save money but still want to go visit popular cities nearby, you can consider buying a train ticket from Montreal to your desired destination.

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