Montreal is a major transportation hub in eastern Canada. Five cities with strong multi-modal connections:
| City | Drive | Flight | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, USA | ~5.5 hr | ~1.5 hr (multiple daily) | Amtrak Adirondack (daily, 10–11 hr) | Megabus, Greyhound, Trailways (7–8 hr) |
| Ottawa, ON | ~2 hr | ~1 hr (Porter, Air Canada) | VIA Rail (2–3 hr, frequent) | OC Transpo, Greyhound, Megabus (2–2.5 hr) |
| Toronto, ON | ~5.5 hr | ~1.25 hr (many daily) | VIA Rail The Canadian (overnight, 5–6 hr) + Corridor (day, 5 hr) | Megabus, FlixBus, GO Transit (5.5–6 hr) |
| Boston, USA | ~5 hr | ~1.25 hr (multiple) | No direct train (via Portland?) | Concord Coach, Greyhound, Megabus (5.5–6 hr) |
| Quebec City, QC | ~2.5 hr | ~0.75 hr (Porter, Air Canada) | VIA Rail (3–3.5 hr, frequent) | Orléans Express, Intercar (3 hr) |