Train travel between the U.S. and Canada is resuming, thanks to a just-announced route by Amtrak and Via Rail Canada.
Starting on Monday, April 3, travelers can hop aboard the Adirondack train running between New York City and Montreal for the first time since the route was suspended in early 2020. It's a 10+ hour journey, but it's scenic, low stress and gets you there with free WiFi and no need to go into airplane mode.
The first northbound Adirondack train will depart Moynihan Train Hall at New York Penn Station (NYP) at 8:41am on Monday, April 3 and arrive in Canada’s Gare Centrale/Central Station in Montreal at 8:16pm. The first southbound Adirondack train since 2020 will depart Montreal at 11:10am on Tuesday, April 4th and arrive at NYP at 10:15pm. Additional popular destinations on the Adirondack include Albany-Rensselaer, Poughkeepsie, Saratoga Springs, and Schenectady.
“Whether you’re experiencing the greatness of New York City, the culture of Montreal or the beauty of the Hudson Valley and Lake Champlain region, the return of the Adirondack provides customers with a reliable, relaxing and sustainable way to travel,” said Amtrak President Roger Harris. “Thanks to the strong support and advocacy of Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, Congresswoman Stefanik and our partners at NYSDOT, VIA Rail and the Federal Railroad Administration, we’re proud to restore service to one of the most popular trains in the Northeast.”
