Dorval travel guide
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You're Going to Love Dorval
With a population of 18,088, Dorval is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dorval to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Dorval
If you’re looking for affordable options, Jack Astor's - Dorval (3051, Boulevard des Sources) and Da Mangione (475 Dumont Ave #110) are great picks.
When to visit Dorval
How to Get to Dorval
Plane
When flying to Dorval, you’ll arrive at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Dorval from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 20m.
Train
VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Dorval, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Dorval to Lévis takes 2h 18m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 33m trip. The train station in Dorval is called Dorval, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Dorval is to pick up a car rental from Montreal, which is about 10 miles from Dorval. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Montreal.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dorval, including Trailways, Megabus and Tour Express. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Dorval takes 120 miles and will cost you around $51. From Québec City, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 145 miles.
Airlines serving Dorval
Where to stay in Dorval
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites Montreal Airport-Dorval Qc and Comfort Inn Aeroport Dorval.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dorval
Most booked hotels in Dorval
Renting a car in Dorval
Renting a car in Dorval costs $46 per day, on average. National, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Dorval is the Avis branch at 975 Romeo Vachon Po Box 104, which is 1 mile from the city center.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Dorval.
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Dorval (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Dorval is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Dorval
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$33/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$33/day