Via Rail Canada announced plans to construct a multimodal rail station in Dorval, Quebec, aimed at linking travelers with several public‑transit services for Montreal‑Trudeau International Airport. The announcement was made on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
The new facility will be situated in the suburb of Dorval, which houses the airport. By integrating multiple transit modes, the station is intended to provide a direct connection between the national passenger rail network and the airport’s transportation options.
Via Rail, as Canada’s national passenger rail operator, will oversee the design and construction of the station. The project is part of an effort to improve accessibility to the airport and to streamline travel for passengers moving between rail services and air travel.
The development reflects a broader trend of linking major transportation hubs with integrated transit solutions. By offering a single point of transfer, the station is expected to reduce reliance on private vehicles and to support a more coordinated public‑transit system for the region.
Details on the timeline, funding, or specific transit partners have not been disclosed. The initiative underscores the role of Dorval as a key gateway for both domestic and international travel, with Via Rail positioning itself as a connector between rail passengers and airport users.
Via Rail operates intercity routes that link Montreal with cities across Quebec, Ontario and the Atlantic provinces. Adding a multimodal station in Dorval will expand the network’s reach to the region’s primary air travel hub, offering passengers the option to board a train in downtown Montreal and transfer directly to the airport without using a car or taxi.