How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Montreal?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Montreal start at $52. The average price for this train route is around $76. 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 Montreal?

The average train trip from Ottawa to Montreal takes 2h 4m and covers 171 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 31m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Montreal route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Ottawa to Montreal departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 5:55pm.

Train Ottawa to Montreal from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:07am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 40m	7:47am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 32m	3:49pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	8h 9m	1:30pm	St-Antoine O. @ Rue Mansfield // St Antoine W. @ Mansfield St.	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:05pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 33m	5:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	7:45am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 31m	9:16am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	8h 9m	1:30pm	St-Antoine O. @ Rue Mansfield // St Antoine W. @ Mansfield St.	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:45am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 31m	9:16am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	7:45am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 31m	9:16am	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:00am	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 37m	4:37pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:55pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 38m	7:33pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 32m	3:49pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	6:07am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	5h 38m	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:55pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 38m	7:33pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 32m	3:49pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	6:07am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	5h 38m	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:05pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 33m	5:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 32m	3:49pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	9h 17m	1:30pm	St-Antoine O. @ Rue Mansfield // St Antoine W. @ Mansfield St.	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Montreal on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:05pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 33m	5:38pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	1h 32m	3:49pm	Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL Airport	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express	6:07am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	5h 38m	11:45am	Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	5h 11m	4:15pm	Gare Centrale	No tags

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Compare 4 ways to go from Ottawa to Montreal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53carpool per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

167 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $158	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $178	Average Duration2h 4m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$41 - $63	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $48	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ottawa, CA and Montreal?

Ottawa, CA

A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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Montreal

A
Gare Centrale
895 Rue de la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4G1, Canada
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B
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
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C
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
1717 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H2L 4E9, Canada
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Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,694 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting comfortable seating, cleanliness, and attentive staff. Many appreciated the efficient boarding process and punctuality of trains. The friendly personnel contributed to an overall pleasant journey. However, some users felt that additional charges for luggage size were excessive compared to their expectations for intercity travel convenience.

VIA Rail Ottawa Montreal recent customer reviews

The trip was good. There was nothing special . We left on time, and we reached our destination on time .

Pierre Michel L.

December 9, 2025

Loved the efficiency and comfort. Didn't like having to pay extra for one of our bags which was within weight but slightly over dimension in length.

Michael D.

October 5, 2025

it was fantastic experience. The train was on time, clean and the staff was nice and professional

Ismail E.

September 25, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Montreal 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 Montreal?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Montreal start at $52. The average price for this train route is around $76. 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 Montreal?
The average train trip from Ottawa to Montreal takes 2h 4m and covers 171 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 31m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Montreal route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Montreal?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Montreal departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 5:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$65

12-10

$88

Today

$83

12-12

$78

12-13

$57

12-14

$57

12-15

$57

12-16

$57

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Montreal was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $57

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 Montreal, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $57 to $209 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-14.