Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train

Cheap train tickets from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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06:55PMOttawa14h48 09:43AMQuébec
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06:30AMOttawa5h52 12:22PMQuébec
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10:15AMOttawa6h03 04:18PMQuébec
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02:20PMOttawa6h06 08:26PMQuébec
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04:10PMOttawa5h46 09:56PMQuébec
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Train schedule from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC

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06:30AMOttawa5h52 12:22PMQuébec
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10:15AMOttawa6h03 04:18PMQuébec
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02:20PMOttawa6h06 08:26PMQuébec
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04:10PMOttawa5h46 09:56PMQuébec
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06:55PMOttawa14h48 09:43AMQuébec
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Fastest train times from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC

Showing times and prices for Mar 30

Fastest Journey

5 h 46 m

Average

7 h 43 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

379 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Ottawa, ON for Quebec City, QC every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

VIA Rail
04:10PMOttawa5h46 09:56PMQuébec
0 transfers
2631One-way
VIA Rail
06:30AMOttawa5h52 12:22PMQuébec
0 transfers
2631One-way
VIA Rail
10:15AMOttawa6h03 04:18PMQuébec
0 transfers
2631One-way
VIA Rail
02:20PMOttawa6h06 08:26PMQuébec
0 transfers
2631One-way
VIA Rail
06:55PMOttawa14h48 09:43AMQuébec
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Overview: Train from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC

distanceDistance235 miles (379 km)
durationAverage train duration5 h 41 min
priceAverage train ticket price$67 (€59)
frequencyTrain frequency4 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 3 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersVIA Rail Canada

Trains from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC cover the 235 miles (379 km) long trip taking on average 5 h 41 min with our travel partners like VIA Rail Canada. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $67 (€59), but the average price of train tickets is $67 (€59).

Train companies: VIA Rail from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC trains

You can travel by train from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC with VIA Rail for as low as $67 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

VIA Rail

VIA Rail is Canada's main train provider. There are several different ticket fares like Economy, Business, Sleeper Plus, Prestige and Touring for your next journey by train between Ottawa, ON and Quebec City, QC.

VIA Rail from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 57 min
  • VIA Rail frequency: 3 a day

Trains from Ottawa to Quebec City

Quebec City, the provincial capital, is one of Canada's best-preserved historic French colonial cities, with the old town offering an atmospheric and attractive area to explore beneath the imposing backdrop of the Heights of Abraham. As the administrative center of Quebec, it also serves an important political function. There are good rail links with the national capital and business travelers, and city-break vacationers can book a direct train from Ottawa to Quebec City Gare du Palais with VIA rail, the national long-distance rail operator. Services from the capital to Quebec City run seven days a week, with a choice of morning and afternoon departures from Ottawa. Journey times to Quebec average around 6 hours. On some days there is an additional indirect train from Ottawa to Quebec City via Montreal, with a longer journey time. Weekend schedules to Quebec City from the capital are slightly reduced, but VIA Rail still provides a choice of direct connections from Ottawa.

Which train companies travel from Ottawa to Quebec City?

VIA Rail, the main rail operator in Canada, provides all the country's intercity services including all trains from Ottawa to Quebec City on the northern stretch of the Ontario-Quebec corridor. VIA Rail trains on this route offer passengers a choice of Economy and Business Class seats, with all train carriages equipped with electrical outlets, WiFi internet access, and onboard entertainment services. Light meals, snacks and drinks are available for purchase from a trolley service onboard the train from Ottawa to Quebec City, with complimentary meals and cocktails served to Business Class ticket-holders. Some VIA Rail intercity trains on this route also provide baggage check-in services for up to two large items per passenger and assistance with boarding and baggage for passengers with reduced mobility.

How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Quebec City?

The fastest train from Ottawa to Quebec City is the late afternoon departure from the capital, taking 5 hours and 39 minutes to complete the 196-mile (315 kilometer) route north-west to Quebec. Other direct trains take between 13 and 32 minutes longer to reach their destination, with the slowest direct service, the mid-morning train from Ottawa, taking 6 hours and 11 minutes to reach Gar du Palais. These journey times with VIA Rail all include a 20-30-minute stop in Montreal en route to Quebec City.

How many trains are there from Ottawa to Quebec City?

VIA Rail's weekday schedules provide four daily direct trains north-west from Ottawa to Quebec City Gare du Palais, with departures in early morning, mid-morning, mid-afternoon, and late afternoon, the final train arriving in Quebec City just before 10:00 p.m. Saturday schedules provide two direct trains on this route, with departures in mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Sunday timetables have three direct trains from Ottawa, similar to the weekday schedule but without an early morning service. On Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, there is one additional indirect train from Ottawa to Quebec City Sainte-Foy Station, departing in the late morning and requiring a change in Montreal.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Ottawa to Quebec City?

Departure station: Ottawa Station, situated on the east side of central Ottawa, is the main terminus in the capital for all VIA Rail intercity trains. Public transport links from the city center include OC Transpo light rail services on the O-Train Confederation Line to Tremblay station, next to the VIA Rail terminus, and frequent bus services from downtown on routes 61 and 62. Passenger facilities at the station include parking lots, vending machines, baggage storage services, a business lounge, free WiFi, ATMs, and restrooms. The station concourse has sandwich stalls, fast food franchises, snack bars, and coffee shops. Station shopping mall stores include a grocery mini-market, drug store, and news vendors.

Arrival station: Quebec City Gare du Palais is the main terminus for VIA Rail intercity trains - a striking green-roofed chateau-style building and national heritage site dating from 1915, located on the north-east side of the city center. Public transport connections downtown include city buses from the adjacent bus terminus and a shuttle connection to Gare Sainte-Foy, which is located south-west of the city center. Sainte-Foy is also served by city bus route 76. Facilities at the stations include car rental desks, baggage storage services, ATMs, restrooms, and a taxi stand. Food options include Quebecois restaurants, fast food franchises, coffee shops, and sandwich bars. Shopping mall outlets at Gare du Palais include news vendors, a convenience store, and gift store.

Travel Tips: Trains from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Quebec City, QC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC.
FAQs
Train tickets between Ottawa, ON and Quebec City, QC for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $67 (€59)  one way in the next 7 days.
In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $67 (€59)  for a train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC.
The Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train distance is approximately 235 miles (379 km).
While the time it takes to travel 235 miles (379 km) to Quebec City, QC from Ottawa, ON can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train journey time is on average 5 h 41 min.
For the best Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with VIA Rail Canada. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC to compare what amenities they may offer.
The average number of trains departing Ottawa, ON for Quebec City, QC is 4 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
The earliest train departing from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC leaves at 10: 30 AM. The last train departing from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC leaves at 7: 20 PM. You can find the latest Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC train schedule on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.
The price of a one way train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Quebec City, QC is on average $67 (€59) if you purchase within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train providers offering this journey. In general, you can find train tickets between Ottawa, ON and Quebec City, QC available a few months in advance.
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