Amtrak’s Adirondack route travels daily to Montreal from cities in New York, including New York City. It’s a relatively long trip if you board the train in New York City (12 hours), and there is a stop at the US-Canadian border. Be sure to bring your passport or other accepted form of identification.
In this guide, learn how to travel by train to Montreal from the United States, including schedule information, travel times, the onboard experience, and arrival information.
This website is reader supported and not affiliated with Amtrak. We may earn a small commission from links on this page.
Table of Contents
Why Visit Montreal?
Montreal feels like a European city thanks to its Paris-influenced architecture and large French-speaking population. In Old Montreal, you’ll find cobblestone streets and cafes perfect for solo trips, girls weekends, and romantic getaways. There are also many parks and attractions throughout the city that are great for kids. Explore the top things to do in Montreal to learn more.
Schedule
There is only one daily Amtrak train that travels to Montreal. Trains arrive in Montreal in the evening and depart each day in the morning. Because of this, you’ll need to stay at least two nights in the city if you want to sight see.
Travel Times
View average travel times to Montreal from various cities on the Adirondack route below. For more travel times, use the “Find Trains” feature on the Amtrak.com homepage or in the app.
| Amtrak Trip | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| NYC to Montreal | 12 hours |
| Yonkers to Montreal | 11.5 hours |
| Poughkeepsie to Montreal | 10.5 hours |
| Albany to Montreal | 8.5 hours |
| Saratoga Springs to Montreal | 7.5 hours |
| Plattsburgh to Montreal | 4+ hours |
Ticket Options
There are only coach seats on the Adirondack, which are typically unassigned. You’ll select a seat when you board. Sit on the left side of Canada-bound trains to view the Hudson River. Later in the trip, the best views change to the right side of the train (Lake Champlain).
Onboard Experience
- There is WiFi on the train, but it is only available in the United States.
- You can purchase food and drinks in the café car, but it is a simple menu. We recommend bringing snacks and entire meals with you on the train. A soft cooler bag is a great option for storing perishable food.
- The river and lake scenery is beautiful. The Adirondack is one of the most scenic East Coast Amtrak routes.
Arrival Area
The Montreal Central Station is in downtown Montreal at 895 Rue De la Gauchetière O. It is a very pedestrian-friendly area and there are many hotels that are a short walk away. Old Montreal is 20 minutes away on foot or use Uber or Lyft to reach your accommodations (view hotels and vacation rentals).
Note: There are connections to VIA Rail trains at the station, with service to cities including Toronto, Ottawa, and Quebec.
More Information
- Best Montreal tours
- Best Amtrak trips on the East Coast
- 10 essential things to pack for an Amtrak trip
Top photo credit: Wissam Hajj from Pixabay
Last updated May 2026
US Train Travel Guide 