The Montreal-Trudeau Airport is located in Dorval, approximately 20 kilometers west of the city center. The airport is well-connected to the metropolis, ensuring a quick and convenient journey to Montreal.
How to Get from the Airport to the City Center
Bus
The most straightforward way to reach Montreal from the airport is by taking the city bus. The transportation stop is conveniently located at the exit of the arrivals hall.
- Route: Bus number 747 departs every 25 minutes and goes to the Berri-UQAM metro station, where three of the four metro lines intersect.
- Time: The journey can take between 45 and 70 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The bus operates around the clock.
- Cost: Tickets can be purchased at a special machine at the airport or directly on the bus, priced at 10 CAD.
Important: Only coins are accepted when purchasing tickets on the bus.
Bus + Subway
To avoid traffic congestion or to reach more remote areas of Montreal, you have the option to take a transfer.
- Route: Disembark from the #747 bus at the first stop, Lionel-Groulx (approximately 25-35 minutes away), and transfer to the orange or green subway line. Refer to the subway diagram. The central subway station is Berri-UQAM.
- Time: The total travel time is about 1 hour.
- Cost: The ticket purchased on the bus is valid for a day on all public transportation; more details here.
Transfers
To reach downtown Montreal from the airport, you can use a pre-booked shuttle service (e.g., booking.suntransfers.com). Your driver will be waiting for you with a nameplate in the arrivals hall.
Transfers to downtown Montreal start from 120 CAD (for 1-3 passengers).
Taxi
The taxi stand is located near the exit of the arrivals hall. While convenient, it may not be the fastest option due to heavy traffic.
- Time: The taxi ride typically takes 30 to 50 minutes to reach the city center.
- Cost: Taxi fares start from 40 CAD.
- Popular Taxi Services:
- - Téo Taxi - (514) 273-0733;
- - Champlain Taxi - (514) 273-2435;
- - Atlas Taxi - (514) 485-8585;
- - Coop. de Taxi de Montreal - (514) 845-1244.
Car Rental
Several car rental companies have locations on the first floor of the terminal. It's advisable to book in advance to secure the best price and a vehicle that meets your requirements (e.g., on rentalcars).
Cost: Renting a car starts from 55 CAD per day.
How to Get from the Airport to the Train Station
Bus + Subway
Route: To reach the main train station, start by taking bus number 747 to the stop - Lionel-Groulx, then transfer to the orange metro line and get off at the Station Bonaventure.
- Time: The trip takes approximately 40 minutes; for more details, visit the website.
- Cost: Refer to the ticket price information mentioned above.
How to Get from the Airport to the Bus Station
Bus
Route: Bus number 747 will take you to the main bus station. The stop opposite the bus station is named - rue Berri.
- Time: The journey's duration is 1 hour.
- Cost: Refer to the previous block for ticket pricing details.
Transfer/Taxi/Car Rental
To reach the railway or bus station, you can also opt for a transfer, taxi, or rent a car. All the necessary information has been mentioned above.
