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Montreal–Jonquière train

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Montreal–Jonquière train
Combined map of the Montreal–Jonquière (purple) and its sister train, the Montreal–Senneterre (brown)
Overview
Service typeRegional rail
StatusOperating
LocaleQuebec, Canada
PredecessorSaguenay
Current operator(s)Via Rail
Route
TerminiMontreal, Quebec
Jonquière, Quebec
Distance travelled510 km (320 mi)
Average journey time9 hours
Service frequency3 trains per week
Train number(s)600, 601, 602
On-board services
Class(es)Economy
Technical
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 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, theoretically takes approximately 9 hours, but it is very rarely on time 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 get off 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:

VIA Montreal-Jonquiere and Senneterre (interactive map)

References