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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, 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 Oshawa, ON will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 9 trains that leave Ottawa, ON for Oshawa, ON on Fri, May 08, 7 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 301 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
VIA43 Service from Ottawa to Kingston · VIA65 Service from Kingston to Oshawa9:35 AM5h59Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON3:34 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$511One-way1 transfer- VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa8:29 AM4h06Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON12:35 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$511One-way0 transfers
- VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Kingston · VIA65 Service from Kingston to Oshawa10:24 AM5h10Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON3:34 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$511One-way1 transfer
- VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa12:23 PM4h10Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON4:33 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$511One-way0 transfers
- VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa2:29 PM3h51Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON6:20 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
- VIA647 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa4:51 PM3h45Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON8:36 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
- VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa2:29 PM3h51Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON6:20 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
- VIA41 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa5:21 AM3h58Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON9:19 AMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
- VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa6:03 PM4h02Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON10:05 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
- VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa11:43 AM4h05Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON3:48 PMOshawa station, Oshawa, ON$781One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $247 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON:
A bus is $68 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON costing on average $98 (€78).
A bus is $217 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON costing on average $247 (€197).
Other travel options to Oshawa, ON take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 58m.
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Tickets start at around $98 (€78) compared to roughly $55 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-43.51 (€-34.69). The journey takes 3h 58m versus 3h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, 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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| VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa | 2:29 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 3h51 | 6:20 PM Oshawa station, Oshawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Oshawa | 6:03 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h02 | 10:05 PM Oshawa station, Oshawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 2:35 PM Ottawa, ON | 5h59 | 8:34 PM Oshawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:24 PM Ottawa, ON | 5h10 | 8:34 PM Oshawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON
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Trains from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 7:54 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Ottawa, ON and Oshawa, ON from $21 (€17). 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 Oshawa, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, 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 Oshawa, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Ottawa, ON to Oshawa, ON
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- 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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