How to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON

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Compare train and bus 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 train, with an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €50, while a train costs an average of €50.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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€50

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€26

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2h 34m

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2h 4m

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2h 15m

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The cheapest way to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is a train with an average price of €50.
The fastest way to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montreal, QC and Ottawa, ON including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 4m by train vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €26 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.

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.

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from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON

How to get from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM3h25
    Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal
    11:40 AMOttawa, ON
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM3h25
    Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal
    11:40 AMOttawa, ON
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air CanadaAC477
    1:10 PM0h48
    Montreal
    1:58 PMOttawa
    €5651One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM3h35
    Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal
    11:50 AMOttawa, St-Laurent station, ON
    €311One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 PM3h25
    Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal
    4:40 PMOttawa, ON
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM3h25
    Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal
    9:10 PMOttawa, ON
    €351One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air CanadaAC475
    9:30 AM0h48
    Montreal
    10:18 AMOttawa
    €6211One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON

Travel to Ottawa, ON 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 Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON.

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There are 2 options to travel between Montreal, QC and Ottawa, ON including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is a train with an average price of €50.
The fastest way to travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.
The distance from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montreal, QC and Ottawa, ON as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Montreal and arrive in Ottawa.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Montreal (Central Station), Montreal, QC and arrive in Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal and arrive in {arrivalStation_3}.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Seajets to go to Ottawa, ON by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Seajets.
Omio customers who travel from Montreal, QC to Ottawa, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Toronto, ON, Quebec City, QC, Westmount, QC, Mont-Royal, QC, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ottawa, ON and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ottawa, ON to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ottawa, ON, you can explore Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum, enjoy outdoor activities in Gatineau Park, take a scenic cruise on the Ottawa River, or visit the Canadian Tulip Festival in spring. Catch a live performance at the Ottawa Little Theatre. Don't miss top sights like Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, Rideau Canal, Canadian Museum of History, and the vibrant ByWard Market.
To fully experience Ottawa, ON, including its major attractions like Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, and the Canadian Museum of History, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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