elaine

My husband and I are considering taking train (round-trip) Montreal/Quebec City. Other than price, can anyone comment on first class vs. coach ticket? Is first class worth the price? <BR>We travel late August.

Peg

Just took the train last week from Montreal to Quebec City and back. I opted for second class at $75CAD round trip. From what I could tell, they let them( first class)on the train first and might have fed them something, I wasn't really watching. We all rode together in the same car, no different seats or anything! For the difference in price, you could purchase a very nice picnic to bring on the train with you and still have cash for a nice dinner out! Peg

Michael

The trip isn't that long and the canadian trains are good. 2nd should be fine. You might also want to consider a bus. They're comfortable, even a bit less expensive (last I looked) the trip's shorter, and you have more depart/return choices.

sam

Took the train from Montreal to Quebec a month ago. I always take a train on my vacations. 2nd class was as nice as 2nd class on Eurostar between Paris and London. Save the money, travel 2nd class and enjoy the trip. It is only 3 hours long

Mike Miller

Just did this trip last week. Economy (2nd) class is fine. All trains in Canada are non-smoking.

Kristin

I was also thinking of taking the train from Montreal to Quebec City. Can you please let me know how long it takes to get there by train? Thanks

elaine

Kristin, <BR> <BR>We just took train early Sept. Montreal/Quebec City. It was great (and puts Amtrak to shame!). Trip was exactly 3 hrs. ViaRail was terrific...I highly recommend. <BR>Have a wonderful trip!

Anne

Take a look at the Via Rail site: <BR>http://www.viarail.ca/en.index.html <BR> <BR>for train schedules/prices/time it takes/services available on each train etc. <BR> <BR>Also, don't know if it is still the case, but I know last year that if you booked and paid a week or more in advance, then there was a substantial discount in the price. Maybe you can travel first class for the same price as second. <BR> <BR>Anne in sunny Australia (land of the Olympics)

Sue

First Class is always nice, but for a short trip hardly worth it. With FC you do get reserved seats, free meals and beverages (inc. alcoholic ones), use of FC lounge before boarding and there is more room (I think you can also plug in your laptop). Coach has no reserved seats and slightly less room, but thre is a cart from which you can buy snacks and beverages - though personally I'd be inclined to buy my drinks and take a picnic!

Laurel

Myhusband and I are too taking a vacation to Montreal. Any recommendations on restruants / trains / things to do? How was the train to Quebec City? Was it worth the day?

Rel

Laurel: <BR> <BR>A day trip to Quebec City??!! Do yourself a favour and go for about three days at least. We found Montreal a delightful city, but a big city all the same - now Quebec City is a different story - quaint, interesting and just wonderful. The B & B Lodgings are fantastic and the food is great. <BR> <BR>Beryl (sunny Western Australia)

Marylou

Can someone tell me how to book (phone number or Web address) the train from Montreal to Quebec City? I was in Montreal 2 weeks ago for the first time and had a FABULOUS time, stayed in Old Montreal. Now, we'd like to see Quebec City? What is the most romantic place to stay in Quebec City??

Lynn

I just called viarail to make round-trip reservations for my husband and myself from Montreal to QuebecCity on Dec. 20- Dec. 27. I was informed that we can take a carry-on bag each, that there is no baggage car, a few overhead racks available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Is this for real? Should we take a bus? Rent a car? I've already made reservations to stay at the Queen Elizabeth in Montreal because it is above the train station. I'd appreciate any advice. Thanks, Lynn

Daniel Williams

HI <BR> <BR>Having seen previous VIA passengers, I suspect that you will be let on the train with whatever you and your husband are personally able to carry on. If you're bringing more than that on a Montreal/Quebec City trip...I'm afraid you may wish to look into other options. <BR> <BR>DAN

Daniel Williams

Oh I might add, my recollection is that there are overhead racks above each row of seats.

Peg

Lynn, When I traveled VIA Rail last summer (Montreal-Quebec) everyone stowed their bags at the front of the car as you boarded(not overhead). I wheeled my suitcase on, rolled it into the area for storage, and retrieved it when we arrived in Quebec City. Never had to hoist it over my head. It really is painless, you will enjoy the trip!!