How much does a train ticket from Ottawa to Guelph cost?

The average train ticket price from Ottawa to Guelph is $136. The best way to find train tickets from Ottawa to Guelph is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Ottawa to Guelph?

A train trip between Ottawa and Guelph is around 8h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 259 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Ottawa and Guelph?

The number of trains from Ottawa to Guelph can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Ottawa to Guelph by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Ottawa to Guelph?

When taking the train from Ottawa to Guelph, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.

Train Ottawa to Guelph from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	No tags
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	9:56am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 53m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	No tags
	9:56am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 53m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
VIA Rail + Go Transit	9:35am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	14h 29m	12:04am	Central Station	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	9:56am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 53m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	9:35am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	14h 29m	12:04am	Central Station	No tags
	9:56am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 53m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:44am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 5m	6:49pm	Central Station	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	10:44am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 5m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	No tags
	10:44am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 5m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	10:44am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 5m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	No tags
	10:44am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 5m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Guelph on October 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	6h 44m	6:49pm	Central Station	Fastest
	9:56am	Fallowfield, ON	8h 53m	6:49pm	Central Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Go Transit	11:43am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	12h 21m	12:04am	Central Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Go Transit	10:25am	CHEO	14h 50m	1:15am	Aberfoyle Park and Ride	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Ottawa to Guelph.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $153	Average Duration13h 56m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$69 - $380	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$53 - $66	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling 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 $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 45mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Ottawa, CA to Guelph: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$136

Average train trip duration8h 5m

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure9:35am

Distance261 miles (420 km)

Latest train departure4:51pm

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,586 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Based on 4586 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.

September 6, 2023

Train and bus companies in CA:Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express

Ottawa to Guelph Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ottawa, CA and Guelph?

Stops in Ottawa, CA

A - Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)

Stops in Guelph

A - Aberfoyle Park and Ride

B - Central Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ottawa, CA - Guelph

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/30

$130

10/01

$72

Today

$121

10/03

$141

10/04

$101

10/05

$132

10/06

$99

10/07

$87

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Guelph was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $72

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 Guelph, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $359 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 $87 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Ottawa and Guelph is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Guelph.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Guelph, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Ottawa and Guelph, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Ottawa to Guelph while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Train from Guelph to Ottawa, CA

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