Montréal, QC to Plattsburgh, NY: Quick Answer
Burlington VT Taxi Ride provides a private, fixed-rate taxi from Montréal and Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Plattsburgh, New York, 24/7. The trip is about 65 miles and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes plus border wait, crossing at Lacolle, QC / Champlain, NY.
- Distance
- ~65 miles (105 km)
- Drive time
- ~1 hr 15 min, plus border wait
- Border crossing
- Lacolle, QC / Champlain, NY
- Pickups
- YUL arrivals, downtown hotels, any Montréal address
- Pricing
- Fixed rate, confirmed before booking
- Availability
- 24/7, every holiday
If you land at YUL and need to get to Plattsburgh, SUNY Plattsburgh, the Plattsburgh Amtrak station or the North Country, a private taxi avoids a rental car and a multi-leg bus trip.
We track your flight, meet you in the YUL arrivals hall, help with bags and handle the US border crossing. Pickups from downtown Montréal hotels and private addresses are also available.
How It Works
- 1Book with your flight number or Montréal pickup address.
- 2We track your flight and confirm a fixed rate.
- 3Your driver meets you at YUL arrivals or your address.
- 4You cross at Lacolle–Champlain and arrive at your Plattsburgh address.
Popular Pickups & Drop-offs
YUL Arrivals
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Plattsburgh, NY
Downtown Montréal
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SUNY Plattsburgh
Montréal, QC
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Plattsburgh Amtrak
YUL Arrivals
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Champlain / Peru, NY
Border Crossing Tips
- Carry a valid passport, passport card, NEXUS card, or enhanced driver's license for every passenger.
- Minors travelling without both parents may need a notarized consent letter.
- Border waits vary, so we add a buffer to every airport and appointment transfer.
- Answer border officers directly and honestly, and keep documents within reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Montreal to Plattsburgh, NY?
About 1 hour 15 minutes for roughly 65 miles, before border wait times at Lacolle–Champlain.
Is there a taxi from Montreal Airport (YUL) to Plattsburgh?
Yes. Burlington VT Taxi Ride offers private, fixed-rate taxi service from YUL and Montréal to Plattsburgh 24/7.
Will the driver wait if my flight is delayed?
Yes. We monitor your flight in real time and wait at no extra charge for delays.
What documents do I need to enter the US?
Every passenger needs a valid passport, passport card, NEXUS card, or enhanced driver's license (EDL). Minors travelling without both parents may need a signed consent letter. Passengers are responsible for their own travel documents.
Can you also continue to Burlington, VT?
Yes. We can drop you in Plattsburgh or continue to Burlington and anywhere in Vermont.