Travel Guide to Monument-National

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start by entering the nearest major highway. From most locations in Montérégie, you can take Autoroute 20 (A20) towards Montreal. Follow signs for the Champlain Bridge and continue on the highway. Once you are on the island of Montreal, take the exit for Boulevard René-Lévesque. Continue on this boulevard until you reach Rue St Laurent. Turn left onto Rue St Laurent and drive for about 1 kilometer. Monument-National will be on your right at 1182 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, Quebec H2X 2S5. Parking may be available in nearby lots, typically costing around CAD 10-20 depending on the duration.

• Public Transportation - Train

  For those using public transport, you can take the train from various locations in Montérégie to downtown Montreal. Use the Exo train service (specifically the Vaudreuil or Candiac lines) to reach Bonaventure station. From Bonaventure, transfer to the Metro. Take the Green Line (Line 1) towards Angrignon. Disembark at Berri-UQAM station and switch to the Orange Line (Line 2) towards Côte-Vertu. Get off at the next stop, which is Saint-Laurent. Exit the station and walk south along Rue St Laurent for approximately 5 minutes to reach Monument-National.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  If you prefer to take the bus, there are several routes that connect Montérégie to Montreal. Check the local transit authority for routes like the 40 or 104 which may take you to the Terminus Centre-Ville. From there, you can take Metro Line 1 (Green Line) from the nearby Bonaventure station to Berri-UQAM, then switch to Line 2 (Orange Line) to Saint-Laurent station. Walk south along Rue St Laurent for about 5 minutes to reach Monument-National. Bus fares typically cost around CAD 3.50 for a single ride.