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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Montreal, QC for Ottawa, ON on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VIA31 Service from Montreal to Ottawa6:20 AM2h05Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC8:25 AMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$801One-way0 transfers- VIA35 Service from Montreal to Ottawa11:54 AM2h04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC1:58 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$971One-way0 transfers
- VIA39 Service from Montreal to Ottawa6:50 PM2h01Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC8:51 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$971One-way0 transfers
- VIA37 Service from Montreal to Ottawa4:30 PM2h06Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC6:36 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$1031One-way0 transfers
- VIA33 Service from Montreal to Ottawa9:00 AM2h04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC11:04 AMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$1101One-way0 transfers
- VIA39 Service from Montreal to Ottawa6:50 PM2h01Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC8:51 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$971One-way0 transfers
- VIA35 Service from Montreal to Ottawa11:54 AM2h04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC1:58 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$971One-way0 transfers
- VIA33 Service from Montreal to Ottawa9:00 AM2h04Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC11:04 AMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$1101One-way0 transfers
- VIA31 Service from Montreal to Ottawa6:20 AM2h05Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC8:25 AMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$801One-way0 transfers
- VIA37 Service from Montreal to Ottawa4:30 PM2h06Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC6:36 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON$1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $233.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$56 Average price | $233 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON costing on average $56 (€45).
A bus is $193 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON costing on average $233 (€186).
Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 5m.
Bus takes on average 2h 41m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€45) compared to roughly $32 (€25) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Seajets.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| VIA35 Service from Montreal to Ottawa | 11:54 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 2h04 | 1:58 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VIA37 Service from Montreal to Ottawa | 4:30 PM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 2h06 | 6:36 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VIA39 Service from Montreal to Ottawa | 6:50 PM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 2h01 | 8:51 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| VIA31 Service from Montreal to Ottawa | 6:20 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 2h05 | 8:25 AM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VIA33 Service from Montreal to Ottawa | 9:00 AM Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC | 2h04 | 11:04 AM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON
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Trains from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 6:07 AM |
Last train 6:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Montreal, QC and Ottawa, ON from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ottawa, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Rue de la Gauchetière and Rue Mansfield.
- Restaurant Le Montréalais
- Les Enfants Terribles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CAD 1
- Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
- Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
- Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for VIA Rail and AMT trains
- Hall 2: REM platforms
- Metro: Line 2 (Orange Line)
- Bus: Several lines available
- REM: Available
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCBike ParkingTaxisAccessibilityTicket Office- Mo-Fr 05:30-20:45,21:45-23:30; Sa 06:30-09:15, 09:45-20:45, 21:15-23:30; Su 08:15-13:00, 13:30-20:45,21:15-23:30; 22:30-23:30 "ticket office closed"
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