MONTRÉALLeaving Montréal-Trudeau International: transport guide
747 express bus runs 24/7 for $11. Taxi flat rate to downtown is C$48.
YUL (Montréal-Trudeau International) serves Montréal, Canada. The recommended way out is 747 Express bus to downtown (~C$11, 45–70 min). Pickup: Arrivals level, door 28.
- C$11–C$48ExpectedWhat locals pay
- C$65+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- C$80+ off-meterScamWalk away
747 Express bus to downtown
- Typical fare
- C$11
- Journey time
- 45–70 min
- Pickup
- Arrivals level, door 28
Every way out, ranked
- 1
747 Express Bus
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- C$11
- Journey
- 45–70 min
- Wait
- Every 10–30 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheapest
- 24/7
Cons- Slow at peak
- 2
Taxi (flat rate)
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- C$48
- Journey
- 20–35 min
- Wait
- 0–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Posted flat rate
- Door-to-door
Cons- Pricier than bus
- 3
Uber
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- C$35–C$55
- Journey
- 20–35 min
- Wait
- 5–10 min
- Payment
- 📱 App
Pros- Fixed price
Cons- Surge
- 4
REM (opening soon)
- Cost
- C$10
- Journey
- 25 min
- Wait
- TBD
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Future option
Cons- Not fully open yet
From gate to city
- 1Follow signs to 747 bus at door 28
- 2Buy ticket at the STM kiosk or from driver (C$11, cash or card)
- 3Bus runs 24/7 to Berri-UQAM
- 4Taxi at curb — C$48 flat to downtown
- 5Uber also available in dedicated zone
- 747 bus C$11
- Taxi flat C$48
- REM coming soon
Common scams & payment traps
- STM kiosk accepts cards
- Taxis must honor the C$48 flat rate
Off-meter taxi
Medium riskDriver ignores flat rate and demands C$70+.
HOW TO AVOID · Insist on the C$48 posted flat or get out.
'Private car' tout
Low riskDriver offers an unmetered ride.
HOW TO AVOID · Use official taxi line or Uber.
What locals & travellers say
“747 bus is the locals' choice — cheap and runs all night.”
- "747 bus is the locals' choice — cheap and runs all night." — r/montreal
- "Taxi flat rate is C$48 to downtown — it's posted at the rank." — TripAdvisor
Take it with you
YUL arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Montréal-Trudeau International?
- 747 Express bus to downtown. Taxi flat rate is C$48 — anything more is overcharged.
- Are taxis at YUL safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: off-meter taxi — Driver ignores flat rate and demands C$70+. Insist on the C$48 posted flat or get out.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at YUL?
- Yes — Uber works at YUL. Typical cost C$35–C$55, journey ~20–35 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from YUL to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the YUL → Downtown route is roughly C$11–C$48. Anything around C$65+ is high — C$80+ off-meter is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at YUL?
- Carry small local notes — 747 Express Bus expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Montréal-Trudeau International?
- Arrivals level, door 28. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is YUL safe to arrive at late at night?
- YUL is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
- What scams should I watch for at YUL?
- The most reported at YUL: Off-meter taxi; 'Private car' tout. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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- May 2026
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