River Shuttles
2 cruises
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General Information Available Saturdays and Sundays, from June 21 to October 5, 2025 No reservations required Tickets sold on-site, under the supervision of the cities of Trois-Rivières and Bécancour Ages 13 and up: $5 per one-way trip (taxes included — cash payment recommended) Ages 12 and under: Free Bicycles accepted, depending on available space This boat is not accessible for people with reduced mobility, note that the boarding ramp is very abrupt. Schedule Saturdays and Sundays, from June 21 to October 5, 2025 Departures from the Port of Trois-Rivières: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Departures from the Sainte-Angèle Wharf: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Saturdays, from July 19 to August 23 and August 30, 2025 Departures from the Port of Trois-Rivières: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Departures from the Sainte-Angèle Wharf: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM– 10:00 PM -
Avoid city traffic and hop on a river shuttle — by bike, skates or on foot — to get between the Old Port of Montreal, Île Sainte-Hélène (Parc Jean-Drapeau) and Longueuil. An eco-friendly, economical alternative to the bridge and the fastest way to reach Parc Jean-Drapeau on summer weekends. Operated by Navark in partnership with Croisières AML, within the ARTM framework. 2026-2026 Season Regular season runs from May 22 to September 7, seven days a week. The Express route (Old Port ↔ Île Sainte-Hélène) operates Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in high season. Special Grand Prix and Osheaga service (Line N5) during major events at Île Sainte-Hélène. Reservation required for all crossings. Our routes Line N4 – Regular route: Old Port ↔ Île Sainte-Hélène ↔ Longueuil. Hourly departures in both directions. Line N5 – Express route: Old Port ↔ Île Sainte-Hélène, departures every 30 minutes on weekends and holidays. Schedule at a glance First departure at 9:00 from the Old Port, last at 22:00 (Thursday to Sunday in high season). Trip times: Old Port → Île Sainte-Hélène, 5 minutes. Île Sainte-Hélène → Longueuil, 15 minutes. Old Port → Longueuil, 20 minutes with stop at the island. See the full minute-by-minute schedule › Rates at a glance One-way: $6 per person for all routes (Express included). Free for children 0–11 accompanied by an adult 14+ (max 5 children per adult). OPUS card accepted (single-ride river shuttle fare). See all rates and conditions › Boarding points Old Port of Montreal: Jacques-Cartier Pier, 155 quai d'accostage, across from Place Jacques-Cartier. Île Sainte-Hélène (Parc Jean-Drapeau): Parc Jean-Drapeau landing stage, near Pavillon des Baigneurs and La Ronde parking lot, Einstein Avenue. Longueuil: Longueuil Marina (Marina Réal-Bouvier), near Parc Marie-Victorin. Pedestrian and cyclist access via the footbridges and Chemin de la Rive. Parking available. Detailed boarding points and access map › Our boats The river shuttle fleet is made up of the Tandem and Transit vessels, designed for fast and comfortable service on the St. Lawrence River. Capacity around 48 passengers per shuttle. Dedicated spaces for bikes and people with reduced mobility. No motorized vehicles. Bikes and bike paths The river shuttles are part of Greater Montreal's cycling network. From the Old Port, connect to Route Verte #5 (along the St. Lawrence), Route Verte #1 (north-south axis) or the Lachine Canal bike path (11.5 km). At Île Sainte-Hélène, enjoy three Parc Jean-Drapeau trails totaling 15 km: Gilles-Villeneuve circuit, Olympic Basin loop and Floralies Gardens trail. At Longueuil, continue on Vélo Route #1 or La Riveraine. Accessibility and safety Shuttles welcome pedestrians, cyclists and skaters. Reserved spaces for people with reduced mobility (see our accessibility criteria). All vessels and officers are fully certified by Transport Canada and Transport Quebec for a safe experience. Guide dogs welcome; other dogs are not allowed on board. Good deals Upon presentation of proof of purchase of a river shuttle ticket, get a $2 discount on entry to Jean-Doré Beach and the Parc Jean-Drapeau Aquatic Complex. Perfect for a car-free family beach day. FAQ Do I need to book ahead?Yes, reservation is required for all crossings. See how to book › How much is a one-way fare?$6 per person for all routes; free for children under 12 when accompanied. How long is the Longueuil – Old Port trip?About 20 minutes with a stop at Île Sainte-Hélène. Can I bring my bike?Yes, at no extra cost, subject to availability. What happens in bad weather?The schedule may change; call Info-Navettes at 1-855-461-4766 to check.
