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via rail tickets

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.

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If you have been hoping for a winter getaway, then you just 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 $54.

VIA Rail is offering cheaper tickets thanks to its Tuesday Discount special. Montrealers can opt to depart as soon as February 27, 2024, for the discounted fare. All you need to do is use the code: TUESDAY in order to claim the $54 one-way fare.

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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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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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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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