YUL Airport Transfer | Montreal-Trudeau International

Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (IATA: YUL, formerly Dorval) is Montreal's only commercial airport, handling over 20 million passengers annually. It is 20 kilometres west of the city centre. There is no metro connection to downtown — a persistent gap in Montreal's transit infrastructure. The STM 747 express bus to Berri-UQAM takes 45–60 minutes. Metered taxis and Uber operate from outside arrivals. A LocalsRide driver meets you inside the arrivals hall for direct transfers to any Montreal neighbourhood or for long-distance routes to Quebec City and the Eastern Townships.

YUL Transfer Times

Downtown Montreal (Peel, Guy): 20 km, 25–40 min. Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End: 22 km, 28–45 min. Old Montreal and Vieux-Port: 23 km, 30–50 min. Laval (North Shore): 30 km, 35–50 min. Longueuil: 35 km, 40–55 min. Quebec City: 240 km, 2.5–3 hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is there no metro from Montreal Airport to downtown?

Montreal's metro doesn't extend to YUL. The STM 747 bus takes 45–60 min to Berri-UQAM ($10 CAD). An REM extension has been discussed but remains unbuilt. Taxis, Uber, and pre-booked private cars are the practical alternatives, especially for early-morning arrivals.

Can I get a transfer from Montreal Airport to the Eastern Townships or Quebec City?

Yes — private car transfers to Quebec City (240 km, 2.5–3 hours), Eastern Townships ski areas (100–140 km, 1.5–2 hours), and Mont-Tremblant (140 km, 1.5–2 hours) are available. Many visitors transfer directly to ski resorts from YUL rather than renting a car after a long flight.