Toronto, Canada → Montreal, Canada · ✈ 1h 8min · 🚗 8h 11min
272 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: east
The distance from Toronto to Montreal 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 Toronto, Canada to Montreal, 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.
Montreal is located east of Toronto. Toronto is in North America, in the Ontario region of Canada, while Montreal is in North America, in Quebec, 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 Toronto to Montreal. 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 Toronto to Montreal 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.
Toronto is a major city in Canada with a population of approximately 2,731,571. Located in the Ontario region, it is an important hub in North America. Toronto is a significant metropolitan area in Canada with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Montreal is a notable city in Canada with a population of approximately 1,704,694. Situated in the Quebec region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Montreal 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 Toronto-Montreal 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 Toronto to Montreal 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.
Montreal is approximately Same timezone compared to Toronto.
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 7, 2026.