The cheapest and fastest trains from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON
Cheapest price
$215
Average price
$215
Fastest journey
7 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON will cost around $215 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $215.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ottawa, ON for Kitchener, ON on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 441 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 33 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €92.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€150 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Toronto · VIA87 Service from Toronto to Kitchener | 1:29 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 10h47 | 12:16 AM Kitchener, ON | 1 transfer | |
VIA43 Service from Ottawa to Toronto · VIA87 Service from Toronto to Kitchener | 2:35 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 9h41 | 12:16 AM Kitchener, ON | 1 transfer | |
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Toronto · VIA87 Service from Toronto to Kitchener | 3:24 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 8h52 | 12:16 AM Kitchener, ON | 1 transfer | |
VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Toronto · VIA87 Service from Toronto to Kitchener | 4:43 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 7h33 | 12:16 AM Kitchener, ON | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON
Trains from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 16:41. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 04:13 |
Last train 16:41 |
Train companies: VIA Rail from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON trainsVIA Rail trains will get you between Ottawa, ON and Kitchener, ON from $38 (€31). 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 Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, 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 Kitchener, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON
- 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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