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YUL → Old Montréal (Vieux-Montréal, Old Port & Notre-Dame Basilica) Updated for 2026

Montréal Airport to Old Montréal: Transfer Options

Distance 22 km
Fastest 28 min
From $11.25 CAD
Top Pick STM 747 Bus to Lionel-Groulx + Orange Metro Line or Taxi
Quick 10-Second Verdict:

To reach the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal, take the STM 747 express bus to Lionel-Groulx metro station + Orange Line to Champ-de-Mars or Place-d’Armes ($11.25 CAD total), taking 40–45 minutes. Alternatively, an official flat-rate taxi costs $49.45 CAD (~$37 USD) directly to your boutique hotel.

Vieux-Montréal (Old Montréal) is North America’s most charming historic district, featuring 17th-century architecture, the Old Port, and boutique hotels, located 22 km east of YUL.

All Transfer Options Compared (2026 Fares)

Transport Option Typical Time 2026 Fare Frequency Best For Booking / Info
STM 747 Bus + Orange Line Metro (to Place-d’Armes) Cheapest
40–50 min
$11.25 CAD
$8.30 USD (~€7.70)
 Every 10–15 min Budget travelers and solo tourists heading to Old Montréal and Old Port hostels/hotels See Boarding Steps ↓
Official Regulated Flat-Rate Taxi Best Overall
25–35 min
$49.45 CAD flat rate
$36.50 USD (~€33.80)
 On demand Fastest, hassle-free arrival directly at historic Old Montréal boutique hotels Book Private Old Montréal Transfer

Detailed Step-by-Step Transfer Options

Option #1 Cheapest

STM 747 Bus + Orange Line Metro (to Place-d’Armes)

$11.25 CAD $8.30 USD (~€7.70)
Travel time 40–50 min
Frequency Every 10–15 min
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets STM ticket machine in arrivals or tap contactless on bus.
Main advantage: Only $11.25 CAD; includes unlimited 24-hour transit across the entire city; avoids taxi expenses.
Keep in mind: Requires transferring from bus to subway at Lionel-Groulx.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Board STM 747 bus outside Door 28.
  2. Ride 25 minutes to the first stop at Lionel-Groulx metro station.
  3. Transfer directly to the Orange Line metro (Montmorency direction).
  4. Exit at Place-d’Armes or Champ-de-Mars in the heart of Old Montréal.
Option #2 Best Overall

Official Regulated Flat-Rate Taxi

$49.45 CAD flat rate $36.50 USD (~€33.80)
Travel time 25–35 min
Frequency On demand
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets Official curbside taxi stand at terminal arrivals.
Main advantage: Drops directly at your hotel on cobblestone streets; fixed $49.45 CAD rate; luggage loaded for you.
Keep in mind: Night surcharge applies after 23:00 ($56.70 CAD).

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Get in the official taxi line on the arrivals level.
  2. Tell the driver your Old Montréal hotel address.
  3. Enjoy direct delivery via Autoroute 20 and Ville-Marie Expressway.
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Tickets, Luggage & Late-Night Arrivals

How Tickets & Payments Work

The $11.25 CAD STM 24-hr ticket covers both the 747 bus and the seamless transfer to the Orange Metro Line.

Traveling with Suitcases

Cobblestone streets in Old Montréal can be difficult for wheeled suitcases; travelers with heavy luggage should opt for a flat-rate taxi.

Arriving After Midnight

747 bus operates 24/7. Orange Line metro closes around 00:30 (01:00 weekends).

Common Mistakes & Airport Scams to Avoid

  • Attempting to wheel heavy luggage across cobblestone alleys in Old Montréal in winter — take a taxi directly to your hotel door.
  • Official taxis to Downtown Montréal have a legally regulated flat rate of $49.45 CAD ($56.70 CAD night rate from 23:00 to 05:00). Do not negotiate with unauthorized private drivers offering "cheap rides" inside the terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does the taxi flat rate apply to Old Montréal?

Yes! Old Montréal is inside the legally regulated downtown flat rate zone ($49.45 CAD daytime / $56.70 CAD nighttime).

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