How much does a train ticket cost from Ottawa to Windsor?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor start from ZAR 1,644. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,421. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Windsor?

The average train journey time from Ottawa to Windsor is 11h 21m, covering a distance of 677 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Windsor route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Ottawa to Windsor departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 12:44.

Train Ottawa to Windsor from ZAR 1,611 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 17 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	06:55	St-Laurent station, Platform E	14h 55m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	13h 21m	21:50	Windsor, ON	No tags
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	08:35	St-Laurent station, Platform E	13h 15m	21:50	Windsor, ON	No tags
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	13h 21m	21:50	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 18 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
MapleBus + VIA Rail	10:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	13h 4m	23:44	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
	04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
MapleBus + VIA Rail	10:25	Ottawa-Bayshore - OC Transpo Bus Stop	13h 19m	23:44	Windsor, ON	No tags
	04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 19 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:43	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	12h 1m	23:44	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 20 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:23	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 21m	23:44	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 21 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
04:13	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Windsor on 22 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:23	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 21m	23:44	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	21:50	Windsor, ON	Fastest
05:21	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
05:21	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags
05:21	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	15:45	Windsor, ON	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to Windsor

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Windsor. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 760, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

13h 50mAverage duration

680 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceZAR 760 - ZAR 2,571	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceZAR 1,644 - ZAR 5,887	Average duration11h 21m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

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

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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Windsor, ON, CA

A
VIA Rail Station
298 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N8Y 2M9, Canada

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4.1/54,868 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 4868 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 1,644

VIA Rail Ottawa Windsor recent customer reviews

It was my first and last time using Via Rail

Abir K.

3 December 2024

It is well

Neema K.

29 June 2022

CA train companies: Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, CA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Ottawa to Windsor?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor start from ZAR 1,644. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,421. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Windsor?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Windsor is 11h 21m, covering a distance of 677 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Windsor route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Windsor?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Windsor departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 12:44.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/05

ZAR 2,668

14/05

ZAR 2,812

Today

ZAR 3,970

16/05

ZAR 2,806

17/05

ZAR 2,544

18/05

ZAR 2,538

19/05

ZAR 2,526

20/05

ZAR 1,945

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, CA was searched and found on 20 May 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,945

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 Windsor, ON, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,945 to ZAR 8,474 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,945, which is on 2026-05-20.