Montreal–Jonquière train

Montreal–Jonquière train

Combined map of the Montreal–Jonquière (purple) and its sister train, the Montreal–Senneterre (brown)
Overview
Service type Regional rail
Status Operating
Locale Quebec, Canada
Predecessor Saguenay
Current operator(s) Via Rail
Route
Start Montreal, Quebec
End Jonquière, Quebec
Distance travelled 510 km (320 mi)
Average journey time 9 hours
Service frequency 3 trains per week
Train number(s) 600, 601, 602
On-board services
Class(es) Economy
Technical
Track gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in)

The Montreal–Jonquière train (formerly the Saguenay) is a passenger train operated by Via Rail between Montreal and Saguenay (borough of Jonquière) in Quebec, Canada. The train once operated as far as Chicoutimi.

The journey from end to end takes approximately 9 hours, although it is very rarely ontime and can easily take up to 13 hours. Many small hunting and fishing clubs operate along the route and appear as optional stops on the timetable. It is also possible to make a reservation to detrain at an unmarked spot.[1]

The train travels three times a week. Between Montreal and Hervey-Jonction, it travels together with the Montreal–Senneterre, another regional train.

Route

The main stops of Montreal–Jonquière train are:

References

  1. ↑ Via Rail Stops in between two stations
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