Montreal to Halifax night train
Everything you need to plan the Montreal–Halifax sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
From €145 We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.
Cabins & typical prices
Why take this train
Uses British-built Renaissance cars, originally constructed in the mid-1990s for the never-launched UK-Europe Nightstar service- Runs three times weekly (Wed/Fri/Sun) rather than daily
- Passes through the Québec City area and New Brunswick's Acadian region en route to Nova Scotia
- Halifax's historic North Street Station recently completed a CAD 27 million restoration
- VIA Rail has floated plans to refurbish retiring stainless-steel cars for this route but has not committed to increasing frequency
Rail passes & reservations
No Eurail/Interrail equivalent; VIA Rail's own Canrailpass offers a regional alternative (confirm current rules directly with VIA Rail).
Before you use train or station Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.
See NordVPNFrequently asked questions
How long does the Montreal to Halifax night train take?
The journey takes about 22h 00m.
How much does the Montreal–Halifax sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €145 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the Montreal to Halifax train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose between seat, couchette and sleeper cabin. A berth reservation is required.
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