Montreal, Canada → Toronto, Canada · ✈ 1h 8min · 🚗 8h 11min
272 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: west
The distance from Montreal to Toronto is 504 km (313 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 8min.
The straight-line distance from Montreal, Canada to Toronto, Canada is approximately 504 kilometers (313 miles or 272 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Toronto is located west of Montreal. Montreal is in North America, in the Quebec region of Canada, while Toronto is in North America, in Ontario, Canada. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 504 km | ~1h 8min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~655 km | ~8h 11min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~605 km | ~5h 2min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Montreal to Toronto. For 504 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 655 km, fuel costs for driving from Montreal to Toronto are approximately $52–$98 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Montreal sits at 45.5017°N, 73.5673°W, while Toronto is located at 43.6532°N, 79.3832°W. The initial compass bearing from Montreal to Toronto is 248° (WSW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Montreal heading roughly WSW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 1.85° and the longitude difference is 5.82°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Montreal and Toronto is approximately 44.6143°N, 76.5215°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 252 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Montreal and Toronto share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Montreal is a major city in Canada with a population of approximately 1,704,694. Located in the Quebec region, it is an important hub in North America. Montreal is a significant metropolitan area in Canada with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Toronto is a notable city in Canada with a population of approximately 2,731,571. Situated in the Ontario region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Toronto offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Canada.
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504 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 504 km, the Montreal-Toronto route is about 1.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 8min.
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The straight-line distance from Montreal to Toronto is approximately 504 kilometers (313 miles, 272 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 8min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 8h 11min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Toronto is approximately Same timezone compared to Montreal.
The estimated road distance is approximately 655 km, which is about 30% longer than the 504 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.