Getting Around in Montreal

Getting Around Montreal

Public Transit: The STM Metro has four lines: Green, Orange, Blue and Yellow. Buses serve entire city with frequent service. Purchase OPUS card or individual tickets at stations. Day passes available for tourists.

Metro/Subway: Efficient, clean, and extensive covering downtown, Old Montreal, and neighborhoods. Service runs 5:30 AM-1 AM daily. Trains arrive every 3-5 minutes during peak hours.

Bike Sharing: Bixi system offers hundreds of stations throughout city with electric and regular bikes. Perfect for summer exploration. Day passes available for casual riders.

Taxis & Rideshare: Traditional yellow taxis available throughout city. Uber and other rideshare apps operate in Montreal. Taxis more expensive than transit but convenient for late night.

Walking: Many neighborhoods and Old Montreal are pedestrian-friendly for exploration. Mount Royal and parks encourage walking on maintained trails.

Driving: Not recommended for tourists - traffic congestion, limited parking, expensive lot fees, and French signage create challenges. Public transit, walking, and cycling superior alternatives.

✈️ Airport Transfer

Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to city center:

• Express Bus 747: 24-hour STM service to downtown in about 45-60 minutes, The 747 fare is $11.25 and includes 24-hour access to the bus and metro network.
• Taxi: Fixed zone rate of a flat fare to downtown Montreal (check the current rate), roughly 20-30 minutes depending on traffic
• Private Transfer: Pre-booked car or limousine service to downtown in about 25 minutes, at a price to confirm when booking
• Ride-share: Uber or Lyft from the designated pickup zone to downtown in about 25-30 minutes, with prices varying by demand