Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 24
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 25
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 26
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 27
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Go Transit + Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
Wilfrid Laurier University
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
Wilfrid Laurier University
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
University of Waterloo Terminal
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 28
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 29
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
Cheapest
Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
Wilfrid Laurier University
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
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Go Transit + Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
Wilfrid Laurier University
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
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Next departures for Waterloo to Ottawa on October 30
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
University of Waterloo Terminal
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
Fastest
Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Wilfrid Laurier University
Fallowfield, ON
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Go Transit + VIA Rail
Weber St W at Queen St N
Fallowfield, ON
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We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Waterloo, ON, CA to Ottawa, CA: Trip Overview
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Average ticket price$197
Average train trip duration10h 20m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure6:23am
Distance268 miles (431 km)
Latest train departure10:00am
Waterloo to Ottawa Train
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Waterloo, ON, CA - Ottawa, CA
How much does a train ticket from Waterloo to Ottawa cost?
The average train ticket price from Waterloo to Ottawa is $197. The best way to find train tickets from Waterloo to Ottawa 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 Waterloo to Ottawa?
A train trip between Waterloo and Ottawa is around 10h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 273 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Waterloo and Ottawa?
The number of trains from Waterloo to Ottawa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Waterloo to Ottawa by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
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 Waterloo and Ottawa is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Ottawa.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Ottawa, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Waterloo and Ottawa, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Waterloo to Ottawa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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