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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amherst, NS | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Amherst, NS | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | No tags |
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Get from Amherst to Ottawa
The journey takes about 1 day, 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 5 012, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 4701 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 5 012
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amherst, CA to Ottawa, CA by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amherst to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Amherst to Ottawa start from R 5 012. The average price for this train route is around R 5 077. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Amherst to Ottawa?
The average train journey time from Amherst to Ottawa is 1d , covering a distance of 891 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Amherst to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Amherst to Ottawa?
The earliest train from Amherst to Ottawa departs at 14:36. And the latest train departs at 14:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amherst, CA to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 273To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amherst, CA to Ottawa, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 273 to R 4 786 for a train ticket from Amherst, CA to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 273, which is on 2025-12-17.
