Trains tickets from Ottawa, CA to Waterloo (ON), CA

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Next departures to Waterloo

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Ottawa
    Departure location: Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Waterloo
    Destination location: Wilfrid Laurier University
    Operated by: Red Arrow ON + Go Transit
    Red Arrow ON + Go Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Ottawa
    Departure location: Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Waterloo
    Destination location: Wilfrid Laurier University
    Operated by: MapleBus + Go Transit
    MapleBus + Go Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 4 ways to travel from Ottawa to Waterloo

Average priceUS$129 - US$165Average duration13h 40m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$141 - US$141Average duration9h 15m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average priceUS$80 - US$80Average duration8h 47m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$44 - US$75Average duration5h 30m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Ottawa to Waterloo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Waterloo. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1.9259259259259258carpool per day
5h 30mAverage duration
US$44Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Ottawa to Waterloo: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$141
Average train trip duration9h 15m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:44
Distance268 miles

Ottawa to Waterloo Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottawa, CA - Waterloo (ON), CA

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Ottawa to Waterloo cost?

    The average train ticket price from Ottawa to Waterloo is US$141. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Ottawa to Waterloo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Ottawa to Waterloo?

    A train trip between Ottawa and Waterloo is around 9h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 273 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Ottawa and Waterloo?

    The number of trains from Ottawa to Waterloo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Ottawa to Waterloo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Ottawa to Waterloo is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Waterloo, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Ottawa and Waterloo, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Ottawa to Waterloo and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from Waterloo to Ottawa

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