How much is the train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa?

The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa start at $69. The average price for this train route is around $95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Quebec City to Ottawa takes 5h 52m and covers 388 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 7m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Quebec City to Ottawa route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Quebec City to Ottawa departs at 5:29am. The latest train departs at 3:24pm.

Train Quebec City to Ottawa from $58 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
3:24pm	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 27m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:06am	Gare du Palais	5h 52m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	8:34am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	8:34am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	10:00am	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	6:20pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	10:00am	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	6:20pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

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Compare 4 ways to go from Quebec City to Ottawa

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

380 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$139 - $217	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $287	Average Duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$98 - $121	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $101	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,677 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Passengers frequently commend the friendly and efficient staff, highlighting their positive interactions both at stations and on trains. The service is generally well-organized with comfortable seating, making for a pleasant travel experience. However, some users have noted occasional delays in train schedules and issues with powerful air conditioning affecting comfort during longer journeys.

VIA Rail Quebec City Ottawa recent customer reviews

The personnel was very nice! However, the AC was so extremely powerful that we were freezing. I caught a cold during the 6 hours from Quebec to Ottawa.

Bente Elisabeth A.

June 20, 2025

The staff in Quebec were fantastic, allowing us to board the train a few minutes late as our bus to the station was late, however the total journey was delayed by an hour and 20 minutes.

Lara B.

June 19, 2024

I liked the confort. I did not like the hot chocolate drink I paid in the train.

Tilder D.

May 4, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Quebec City to Ottawa, 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 Quebec City to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa start at $69. The average price for this train route is around $95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Quebec City to Ottawa?
The average train trip from Quebec City to Ottawa takes 5h 52m and covers 388 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 7m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Quebec City to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Quebec City to Ottawa?
The earliest train from Quebec City to Ottawa departs at 5:29am. The latest train departs at 3:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

$130

11-28

$130

Today

$87

11-30

$130

12-01

$87

12-02

$68

12-03

$68

12-04

$63

The cheapest trip from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $319 for a train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-04.