How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Halifax?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start at $249. The average price for this train route is around $340. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Halifax?

The average train trip from Ottawa to Halifax takes 1d 4h and covers 960 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Halifax route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?

The earliest train from Ottawa to Halifax departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

Train Ottawa to Halifax from $245 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Halifax on March 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1d 3h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1d 3h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Fastest
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Halifax on March 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	1:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 4h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1d 3h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	8:25am	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 9h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Halifax on March 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1d 3h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	CheapestFastest
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 6h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
1:15pm	Fallowfield, ON	1d 4h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:02 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Halifax

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

14h 15mAverage Duration

956 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$249 - $498	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$197 - $247	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,818 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 4818 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $249

VIA Rail Ottawa Halifax recent customer reviews

this was my first train ride and I would definitely do it again, I enjoyed every part of it

Garrett R.

December 7, 2024

Arrival was late by 2 hours...

Nestor L.

May 3, 2024

CA train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start at $249. The average price for this train route is around $340. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Halifax?
The average train trip from Ottawa to Halifax takes 1d 4h and covers 960 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Halifax route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Halifax departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$383

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$371

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$363

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03-20

$359

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA was searched and found on Mar 20, 2026 with a price of $359

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $359 to $467 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $359 which is on 2026-03-20.