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

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Tomorrow20 Jun
from US$43
Sat21 Jun
from US$70
Sun22 Jun
from US$118
Mon23 Jun
from US$70
Tue24 Jun
from US$70
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
from US$62
Fri27 Jun

Next departures to Ottawa

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Waterloo
    Departure location: University of Waterloo Terminal
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Ottawa
    Destination location: Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station
    Operated by: Go Transit + MapleBus
    Go Transit + MapleBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Waterloo
    Departure location: University of Waterloo Terminal
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Ottawa
    Destination location: Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station
    Operated by: Go Transit + MapleBus
    Go Transit + MapleBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Waterloo
    Departure location: University of Waterloo Terminal
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Ottawa
    Destination location: Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station
    Operated by: Go Transit + MapleBus
    Go Transit + MapleBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Waterloo
    Departure location: University of Waterloo Terminal
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Ottawa
    Destination location: St-Laurent station, Platform E
    Operated by: Go Transit + Megabus Canada
    Go Transit + Megabus Canada
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Waterloo
    Departure location: University of Waterloo Terminal
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Ottawa
    Destination location: Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station
    Operated by: Go Transit + MapleBus
    Go Transit + MapleBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 4 ways to travel from Waterloo to Ottawa

Average priceUS$130 - US$176Average duration13h 4m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$104 - US$164Average duration9h 17m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average priceUS$41 - US$130Average duration12h 35m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$60 - US$84Average duration5h 30m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Waterloo to Ottawa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
5h 30mAverage duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Waterloo to Ottawa: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$152
Average train trip duration9h 17m
Number of daily trains1.6666666666666667
Earliest train departure11:40
Distance268 miles
Latest train departure12:35

Waterloo to Ottawa Train

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

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

    The average train ticket price from Waterloo to Ottawa is US$152. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Ottawa 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 Waterloo to Ottawa?

    A train trip between Waterloo and Ottawa is around 9h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 273 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Waterloo to Ottawa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1.6666666666666667. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Waterloo to Ottawa by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Waterloo and Ottawa is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Ottawa.

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

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Waterloo and Ottawa, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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