Train from Toronto to Ottawa, CA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Toronto to Ottawa on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
VIA RailTrain
Guildwood, ON
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)Cheapest
VIA RailTrain
Union Station
Fallowfield, ONFastest
VIA RailTrain
Union Station
Fallowfield, ONNo tags
Go Transit + VIA Rail
Train
Exhibition GO
Fallowfield, ONNo tags
VIA RailTrain
Union Station
Fallowfield, ONNo tags

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Compare 4 ways to travel from Toronto to Ottawa

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
219 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£2 - £114Average duration5h 40m
9kg CO₂e
Average price£37 - £267Average duration5h 56m
32kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average price£21 - £46Average duration5h 25m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£8 - £55Average duration4h 30m
15kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Toronto to Ottawa?

    The cheapest train tickets from Toronto to Ottawa start from £37. The average price for this train route is around £83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Toronto to Ottawa?

    The average train journey time from Toronto to Ottawa is 5h 56m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 9m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.

  3. Which train operators serve the Toronto to Ottawa route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 69 trains available per day, including services from VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Toronto to Ottawa?

    The earliest train from Toronto to Ottawa departs at 05:27. And the latest train departs at 18:38.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Toronto to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Union Pearson Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Toronto to Ottawa?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Union Pearson Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Toronto to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Union Pearson Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Toronto to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Union Pearson Express, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
£48
10/12
£74
Today
£49
12/12
£49
13/12
£63
14/12
£63
15/12
£41
16/12
£41
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Toronto to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £41

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 £41 to £207 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 £41, which is on 2025-12-15.

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