How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Moncton?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start at $216. The average price for this train route is around $313. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Moncton?

The average train trip from Ottawa to Moncton takes 23h 15m and covers 846 km. The quickest train gets you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Moncton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Moncton?

The earliest train from Ottawa to Moncton departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

Train Ottawa to Moncton from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Moncton on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tour Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	University of Ottawa	1d 1h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	22h 13m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 1h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	12:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Tour Express + VIA Rail	2:15pm	University of Ottawa	22h 15m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Moncton on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	1:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	23h 5m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	8:25am	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 4h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	12:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:22 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Moncton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Moncton. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12h 45mAverage Duration

850 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$216 - $470	Average Duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$122 - $254	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,784 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.6

According to customer reviews, the trip and staff were great. However, some customers mentioned that the cost was excessive compared to previous prices. Additionally, there were complaints about the train being slow and arriving 2 hours behind schedule. Suggestions were made for acquiring faster and more advanced trains to improve timeliness.

VIA Rail Ottawa Moncton recent customer reviews

Staff was great, very helpful. The 4 hour delay was concerning and we were never advised a reason for the delay. Otherwise fine.

Darlene C.

August 14, 2023

The train is very slow and I got to my destination 2hrs behind the schedule time. Faster and more advanced trains should be acquired to enhance faster movement and timeliness

Ene O.

September 3, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Moncton 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 Ottawa to Moncton?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start at $216. The average price for this train route is around $313. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Moncton?
The average train trip from Ottawa to Moncton takes 23h 15m and covers 846 km. The quickest train gets you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Moncton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Moncton?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Moncton departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Moncton was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $258

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

You can expect to pay from $258 to $437 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Moncton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $258 which is on 2026-02-01.