Transfer to/from - Montréal airport (YUL)

Transportation

Bus

Line 747 from Société de Transport de Montréal (Tel +1 514 786 4636) operates 24 hours a day between the airport and the Berri-UQAM metro station, in the city center. Travel time is 45-70 minutes. Tickets ($11.00) allow unlimited travel for 24 hours and can be purchased from automatic machines on the International Arrivals level. Between 11:00 am and 8:00 pm, it also runs to Lionel-Groulx station (25-35 min.) In addition, the 204 Cardinal line connects the site to Dorval train station, while the 209 service connects to Roxboro-Pierrefonds train station.

Orléans Express (Tel +1 833 449 6444) travels to Ottawa, Quebec and Trois-Rivières, with several departures per day from Gate 28, on the Arrivals level.

Aéronavette (Tel +1 819 820 5858 / 855 628 3883) runs 24 hours a day to Sherbrooke, Magog/Orford, Bromont, Granby, L'Ange-Gardien and Richelieu, with door-to-door service.

In addition, several hotels in the city offer shuttle services departing from Gate 8, on the Departures level, next to the 'Java U' restaurant. For a complete list of accommodations that provide complimentary transportation, click HERE.

Rent a Car

Ride-sharing

Uber cars usually pick up their passengers next to gate 7. However, it is recommended that you coordinate the pick-up point with your driver through the app. Fare to downtown Montreal: $120.00.

Train

Free shuttle service is available between the airport and the Dorval train station. From there, you can board Via Rail trains (Tel +1 514 989 2626 / 888 842 7245) with destinations along the Ottawa-Montreal, Toronto-Kingston-Montreal and Quebec-Montreal routes.

Taxi

Taxi stands are located on the Arrivals level, near the central exit, gate 23. Fares to downtown Montreal are fixed ($49.45 from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, $56.70 from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am), while other destinations are metered. Travel time to the city center is 25-40 minutes. There are some vehicles adapted for passengers with reduced mobility, which must be requested from the dispatcher.

Public transportation schedules and fares

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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