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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail | Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown) | Halifax, NS | Cheapest | |||||
 | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Halifax, NS | Fastest | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | Halifax, NS | No tags | |||||
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail | Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown) | Halifax, NS | No tags | |||||
Tour Express + VIA Rail | University of Ottawa | Halifax, NS | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to Halifax
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 051, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 3 051 - R 6 235 | Average duration1d 4h | 87kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 542 - R 1 542 | Average duration14h 15m | 40kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 4694 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 R 3 051
VIA Rail Ottawa Halifax recent customer reviews
this was my first train ride and I would definitely do it again, I enjoyed every part of it
Garrett R.
Arrival was late by 2 hours...
Nestor L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start from R 3 051. The average price for this train route is around R 4 877. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Halifax?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Halifax is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 960 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Halifax route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Halifax departs at 11:04. And the latest train departs at 14:17.
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 Halifax, CA was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 272To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 272 to R 5 584 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 272, which is on 2025-12-12.
