How much is the train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa?

The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa start from R 833. The average price for this train route is around R 1 252. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Quebec City to Ottawa?

The average train journey time from Quebec City to Ottawa is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 368 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Quebec City to Ottawa route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Quebec City to Ottawa departs at 05:29. And the latest train departs at 15:24.

Train Quebec City to Ottawa from R 707 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:29	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
05:57	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:57	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	20:51	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
08:34	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	13:58	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
10:00	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	18:20	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
10:00	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	18:20	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
10:00	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	18:20	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:06	Gare du Palais	5h 52m	13:58	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
08:34	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	13:58	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
08:06	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	17:09	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
08:06	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	17:09	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
08:06	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	17:09	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:57	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	20:51	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	05:57	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	20:51	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:29	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	05:57	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	20:51	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:29	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
05:57	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures from Quebec City to Ottawa on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:29	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	05:57	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	20:51	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	05:29	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

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Compare 4 ways to travel from Quebec City 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 378, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

4h 45mAverage duration

380 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 674 - R 2 650	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 833 - R 3 736	Average duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 1 184 - R 1 445	Average duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 378 - R 1 208	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 694 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Passengers frequently commend the friendly and efficient staff, highlighting their positive interactions both at stations and on trains. The service is generally well-organized with comfortable seating, making for a pleasant travel experience. However, some users have noted occasional delays in train schedules and issues with powerful air conditioning affecting comfort during longer journeys.

VIA Rail Quebec City Ottawa recent customer reviews

The personnel was very nice! However, the AC was so extremely powerful that we were freezing. I caught a cold during the 6 hours from Quebec to Ottawa.

Bente Elisabeth A.

20 June 2025

The staff in Quebec were fantastic, allowing us to board the train a few minutes late as our bus to the station was late, however the total journey was delayed by an hour and 20 minutes.

Lara B.

19 June 2024

I liked the confort. I did not like the hot chocolate drink I paid in the train.

Tilder D.

4 May 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quebec City 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 Quebec City to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa start from R 833. The average price for this train route is around R 1 252. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Quebec City to Ottawa?
The average train journey time from Quebec City to Ottawa is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 368 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Quebec City to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Quebec City to Ottawa?
The earliest train from Quebec City to Ottawa departs at 05:29. And the latest train departs at 15:24.

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

R 1 055

10/12

R 1 238

Today

R 1 465

12/12

R 1 148

13/12

R 903

14/12

R 1 588

15/12

R 1 060

16/12

R 979

The cheapest trip from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 903

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

You can expect to pay from R 903 to R 3 495 for a train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 903, which is on 2025-12-13.