VIA Rail Canada
Montréal–Jonquière
Montréal → Jonquière
- 508 km along the track
- 42 stops
- 19 commentary points
A day through Lanaudière and La Mauricie, then deep into the Portneuf and Haute-Mauricie forests and down to Lac Saint-Jean and the Saguenay.
Stop Overnight stop Commentary point
Legs
| From | To | Distance | On the train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montréal | Hervey-Jonction | 215 km | about 3 h 20 min |
| Hervey-Jonction | Jonquière | 293 km | about 5 h 50 min |
Approximate scheduled times. Check the timetable with the operator before you travel.
Things to know
- Frequency - the train does not run every day. Check VIA's timetable before planning connections.
- Two trains in one - as far as Hervey-Jonction the Jonquière cars run coupled to the Senneterre train. Make sure you board the right cars: they are separated at Hervey.
- Request stops - most stops north of Hervey are flag stops for outfitters, clubs and cottages. The train only stops if a passenger is waiting or has asked; VIA asks for at least 24 hours' notice to be picked up or dropped off in the forest.
- Food - services on board are limited, so bring snacks and drinks for the day.
- No signal - there is little or no mobile coverage through the Portneuf and Haute-Mauricie forests between Rivière-à-Pierre and Lac-Bouchette.
Ride it with Rail Passages
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GPS may not be available everywhere. Tunnels, deep canyons and some rail cars can block the signal. The app estimates where the train is for a few minutes from its last speed, but cards may come late until the signal returns.