How much is the train ticket from Toronto to Ottawa?

The cheapest train tickets from Toronto to Ottawa start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Toronto to Ottawa?

The average train ride duration from Toronto to Ottawa is 5h 43m, covering a distance of 221 miles (356 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 9m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators service the Toronto to Ottawa route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 60 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Toronto to Ottawa?

The earliest train departs from Toronto to Ottawa at 5:27am. And the latest train departs at 6:57pm.

Train Toronto to Ottawa from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	Cheapest
	Train	4:38pm	Union Station	3h 45m	8:23pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	5:27am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	7h 44m	1:11pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:38pm	Union Station	4h 13m	10:51pm	Fallowfield, ON	Cheapest
	Train	4:38pm	Union Station	3h 45m	8:23pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	2:54pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	5h 29m	8:23pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	Cheapest
	Train	5:57pm	Guildwood, ON	3h 55m	9:52pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	11:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	5h 36m	5:30pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	Cheapest
	Train	4:38pm	Union Station	3h 45m	8:23pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	6:24am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	6h 47m	1:11pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:27pm	Guildwood, ON	4h 44m	11:11pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	Train	5:57pm	Guildwood, ON	3h 55m	9:52pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	6:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	6h 17m	1:11pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:27pm	Guildwood, ON	4h 44m	11:11pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	Train	5:57pm	Guildwood, ON	3h 55m	9:52pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	1:39pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	6h 1m	7:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	Cheapest
	Train	5:57pm	Guildwood, ON	3h 55m	9:52pm	Fallowfield, ON	Fastest
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	12:09pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	6h 13m	6:22pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	Train	6:32am	Union Station	4h 29m	11:01am	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Toronto to Ottawa

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27shuttle per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

217 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$3 - $147	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $374	Average Duration5h 43m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$21 - $51	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Toronto and Ottawa, CA?

Toronto

A
Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport
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B
Union Station
65 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6, Canada
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Ottawa, CA

A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,828 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Passengers frequently commend the friendly and helpful staff, comfortable seating, and overall positive travel experiences. Many appreciate the good food options available during their journey. However, some reviews mention occasional delays due to various reasons like signal issues or being behind freight trains. Despite these minor setbacks, travelers generally report satisfaction with their trips.

VIA Rail Toronto Ottawa recent customer reviews

It was very good except we were late getting to our destination. The passenger train was caught behind a freight train. I recognize the economic importance of freight but could scheduling not be done a little better? The staff were excellent.

Sharlene C.

September 22, 2025

The service was first class and plenty of legroom l would have liked if more seats were facing forward .

Hassan E.

August 28, 2025

The train broke down and delayed our arrival for more than 2 hours. I had to cancel my trip and return home which was exhausting and disappointing.

Alexandra H.

May 18, 2025

CA train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Toronto to Ottawa, CA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Toronto to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Toronto to Ottawa start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Toronto to Ottawa?
The average train ride duration from Toronto to Ottawa is 5h 43m, covering a distance of 221 miles (356 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 9m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Toronto to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 60 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Toronto to Ottawa?
The earliest train departs from Toronto to Ottawa at 5:27am. And the latest train departs at 6:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/30

$88

03/31

$105

Today

$63

04/02

$97

04/03

$63

04/04

$63

04/05

$63

04/06

$97

The cheapest trip from Toronto to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Apr 1, 2026 with a price of $63

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Toronto to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $63 to $318 for a train ticket from Toronto to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2026-04-03.