Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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MapleBus + VIA Rail | Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station | Central Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Fallowfield, ON | Central Station | Fastest | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | Central Station | No tags | |||||
MapleBus + VIA Rail | Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station | Central Station | No tags | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | Central Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Ottawa to Guelph
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Guelph. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ottawa, CA and Guelph?
Ottawa, CA
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
Guelph
- A244-252 Brock Rd S, Guelph, ON N1H 6H9, Canada
- BGuelph, ON N1H 3A4, Canada
Train Companies
Based on 4694 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $69
VIA Rail Ottawa Guelph recent customer reviews
Left on time seats comfortable and lots of room. I wish the seats could recline. The train was 45 minutes late on arrival.
Yolanda Donna R.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Guelph 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 Guelph?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Guelph start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $152. 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 Ottawa to Guelph?
The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Guelph is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 253 miles (408 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 44m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Ottawa to Guelph route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottawa to Guelph?
The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Guelph at 8:29am. And the latest train departs at 2:29pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Guelph was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Guelph, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $372 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Guelph based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-13.
