Transfer to/from - Québec City airport (YQB)

 
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Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Québec City airport (YQB)

 

 Transportation

 

Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport provides multiple ground transportation options linking travelers quickly and conveniently to downtown Québec City, the business hub of Sainte-Foy, and surrounding regional destinations.

Public Transit Buses

Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) is the official public transit agency operating two direct bus routes with frequencies of approximately every 30 minutes:

  • Route 80: Connects the passenger terminal to downtown Québec City (Place D'Youville / Saint-Roch) via Les Saules terminal. Runs generally between 6:00 am and 1:00 am.
  • Route 76: Links the airport with the Sainte-Foy hub, providing direct transfers to intercity bus stations and the VIA Rail train station, where travelers can connect to high-frequency Métrobus routes 800 and 801. Operates between 5:30 am and 11:00 pm.

Inside the terminal, right in front of the airline check-in counters, an automated transit vending machine accepts VISA, MasterCard, Interac Flash, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. A single ride ticket costs $3.75 CAD, and the travel time to downtown ranges between 35 and 45 minutes. For schedules and route maps, visit the official RTC website.

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Taxis and Limousines

Official taxi ranks are situated immediately outside the domestic arrivals doors on Level 1. Taxis are available 24/7 with regulated fixed fares to designated central and suburban zones:

  • Flat rate to downtown Québec City and Old Québec: $41.40 CAD daytime and $47.60 CAD nighttime (between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am).
  • Flat rate to Sainte-Foy: $18.15 CAD daytime and $20.85 CAD nighttime.

For journeys outside established flat-fare perimeters, the standard taximeter rate applies. Authorized taxi companies on site include Taxi Coop Québec, Taxi Coop Sainte-Foy-Sillery, and Taxi Laurier. Premium limousine service is also available with a fixed flat rate of $75.00 CAD to downtown.

Ride-Hailing Apps

Rideshare platforms such as Uber are fully authorized at YQB. The designated pickup location is located curbside outside the domestic arrivals hall, near columns 13 and 14. Passengers are encouraged to order their ride through the app after collecting their checked baggage.

Accessible Ground Transport

Wheelchair-accessible transport options can be arranged in advance through specialized services such as Service de Transport Adapté de la Capitale (STAC) or through adapted taxi operators offering vehicles equipped with ramps and secure tie-down systems.

 
 

Latest updates: September 24, 2026

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Some of these tips may seem obvious, but they are worth keeping in mind when traveling to or from the airport, especially if you are using public transportation.
 
 1 - To the airport: leave a little earlier than usually recommended. If you take a taxi or a private car service, allow for rush hour traffic, demonstrations, strikes or events that could delay your trip. It always helps to check the local news before you leave.
 
If you book a shared shuttle, keep the company's contact number handy in case the pickup is late. These services usually confirm a scheduled pickup time in advance.
 
If you use public transportation (bus or train), check the schedules (weekends and holidays usually have less frequent service), whether you need to transfer, and how to pay the fare (a transit card, or cash to the driver). These details seem obvious, but knowing them ahead of time can save you from a delay that could cause problems.
 
If you drive a rental car to the airport, check where to return it. Many airports have a dedicated rental car return area.
 
 2 - From the airport: this part is less stressful, since there is no risk of missing a flight. At worst, you will reach your hotel or meeting point a little later than planned.
 
Once you leave the plane, collect your baggage and complete any required arrival procedures. Then follow the signs for ground transportation or ask airport staff.
 
Check bus and train schedules in advance if you arrive late at night, since not all services run 24 hours. The same applies to taxis. If you plan to use a ride-hailing app such as Uber, have it ready on your phone to contact the driver.
 
If you booked a private transfer, a driver will usually be waiting for you with a sign. If you are renting a car, booking in advance gives you more peace of mind. Rental counters are usually located in the arrivals hall.

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