Gare Centrale: The Heart of Montreal's Transit System

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car from anywhere in Montérégie, head towards Autoroute 20 or Autoroute 30. If you're near Longueuil, take the Champlain Bridge to get into Montreal. Once you reach Montreal, follow signs for Autoroute 720 (Ville-Marie Expressway). Exit at Rue de la Gauchetière. Gare Centrale is located at 895 Rue De la Gauchetière O. There is paid parking available nearby, which typically costs around CAD 2-$3 per hour.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you're using the train, start at your local train station in Montérégie such as the Longueuil-Station or Brossard station. Board a train heading to Montreal's Central Station. The trip will take approximately 20-30 minutes. Once you arrive at Gare Centrale, you will be at your destination. The cost of a one-way ticket is around CAD 5.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  For bus travelers, check the local schedules for the RTM (Réseau de transport métropolitain) buses. Routes like the 88 or 90 can take you to Montreal's downtown area. Once you reach the terminus, you can walk to Gare Centrale, which is approximately a 10-minute walk from major downtown bus stops. Bus fares are typically around CAD 3.50 for a single trip.

• Metro

  If you're near a Metro station in Montreal, take the Orange Line to Bonaventure station. From Bonaventure, you can exit and walk approximately 5 minutes to Gare Centrale, located at 895 Rue De la Gauchetière O. Metro fare is around CAD 3.50 for a single ride.