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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Sarnia, ON | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Fallowfield, ON | Sarnia, ON | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Sarnia, ON | No tags | ||||
| Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Sarnia, ON | No tags | ||||
| Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Sarnia, ON | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Sarnia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sarnia. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 773, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 4882 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 ZAR 1,575
VIA Rail Ottawa Sarnia recent customer reviews
It was comfortable and roomy, however the wifi will not connect, the toilet in the car i was in will nit flush and a lot of delays. Aside that it was ok.
Nancy B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Sarnia 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 Sarnia?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Sarnia start at ZAR 1,575. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 3,342. 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 Sarnia?
The average train trip from Ottawa to Sarnia takes 12h and covers 597 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 19m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Sarnia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Sarnia?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Sarnia departs at 8:29am. The latest train departs at 12:05pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Sarnia was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,488To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Sarnia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,488 to ZAR 6,085 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Sarnia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,513 which is on 2026-06-17.
