Next departures
| 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) | VIA Rail Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | VIA Rail Station | Fastest | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | VIA Rail Station | No tags | |||||
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail | Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown) | VIA Rail Station | No tags | |||||
Tour Express + VIA Rail | University of Ottawa | VIA Rail Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to Moncton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Moncton. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 440, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 2 560 - R 6 244 | Average duration23h 15m | 77kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 440 - R 3 010 | Average duration12h 30m | 36kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
According to customer reviews, the trip and staff were great. However, some customers mentioned that the cost was excessive compared to previous prices. Additionally, there were complaints about the train being slow and arriving 2 hours behind schedule. Suggestions were made for acquiring faster and more advanced trains to improve timeliness.
VIA Rail Ottawa Moncton recent customer reviews
Staff was great, very helpful. The 4 hour delay was concerning and we were never advised a reason for the delay. Otherwise fine.
Darlene C.
The train is very slow and I got to my destination 2hrs behind the schedule time. Faster and more advanced trains should be acquired to enhance faster movement and timeliness
Ene O.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Moncton 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 Moncton?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start from R 2 560. The average price for this train route is around R 3 805. 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 Moncton?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Moncton is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 846 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Moncton 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 Moncton?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Moncton 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 Moncton was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 609To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Moncton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 609 to R 5 179 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Moncton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 614, which is on 2026-01-28.
