VIA Rail has cheap train tickets from Montreal to Toronto and you can travel for only $39
If you ve been hoping to embark on a summer getaway this season, then you may want to consider spending a few days in Toronto as VIA Rail currently has several seats for sale all summer long.
In fact, you can travel from Montreal to Toronto with VIA Rail for as low as $39 one-way thanks to VIA's summer getaway sale.
Whether you're keen on visiting the Toronto Islands, stepping foot on the glass floor atop the CN Tower or catching one of the many shows coming to Toronto this summer, now just might be the ideal time to visit the 6ix.
Travellers can take advantage of the VIA Rail sale by saving 40% on the Economy fare in Economy class in the Quebec City–Windsor corridor for travel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between May 15 and September 30, 2024.
On May 22, you can travel from Montreal's Central Station to Toronto's Union Station for only $39. The sale extends to different days throughout the summer, with tickets going for $54 on select Tuesday and Wednesday departures.
To snag the 40% discount, guests must use the promo code: VIA2024.
Considering the cost of gas and the headache that comes with flying, taking the train just might be the perfect alternative for getting to Toronto.
The VIA Rail tickets from Montreal to Toronto vary in travel time, between five and eight hours, so it's best to verify the schedule when making your reservation.
VIA Rail offers travellers free Wi-Fi, power outlets and the option to purchase any light meals, snacks and hot or cold beverages aboard the train.
Per VIA Rail's terms and conditions, tickets are exchangeable before departure with a service charge of 50% of the fare but are non-refundable. As for baggage, you are entitled to one personal item of 11.5 kg (2 pounds) and one large bag weighing 23 kg (50 pounds).
Happy travels!
This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.
These prices and terms of occupancy are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time. Taxes and fees may not be included.
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A VIA Rail train with the Canada logo.
The Montreal skyline from a REM train.
A Go train and airport train come in and out Toronto.
Map of the projected high-frequency rail line.
A graph with "Projected Travel Times from Montreal."
VIA Rail train in Toronto.
A diagram showing that the project has reached the second part of the "procurement phase."
