The arrival point shapes the whole trip. Montreal offers the broadest air and rail connections, while Quebec City can be the better gateway for eastern routes.
By air
Montreal–Trudeau is the province’s largest air gateway. Quebec City Jean Lesage Airport can reduce backtracking for Quebec City, Charlevoix and some eastern itineraries. Regional airports may support more remote trips but usually need careful onward transport planning.
By rail
Intercity passenger rail connects major corridor cities, including Montreal and Quebec City. Rail works especially well for a two-city trip where a car is unnecessary in the urban cores. Verify schedules and baggage rules directly with the operator.
By road
Drivers can enter from Ontario, New Brunswick, the northeastern United States and other Quebec regions. Border requirements, road conditions and seasonal construction should be verified before departure.
Choose the exit as carefully as the arrival
Open-jaw travel can reduce backtracking. For example, arrive in Montreal and depart from Quebec City only when flight or rail schedules and rental-car rules make the trade worthwhile.