Train from Ottawa, CA to Montreal: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Ottawa to Montreal on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
VIA Rail
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL AirportCheapest
VIA Rail
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
Dorval - VIA Rail Station / YUL AirportFastest
VIA Rail
Fallowfield, ON
Gare CentraleNo tags
VIA Rail + Orléans Express
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)No tags
VIA Rail
Fallowfield, ON
Gare CentraleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:54 PM EST.

Compare 4 ways to travel from Ottawa to Montreal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Montreal. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

56carpool per day
2h 15mAverage duration
161 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 405 - R 1 919Average duration2h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 628 - R 1 853Average duration2h 4m
15kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceR 492 - R 762Average duration1h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 233 - R 585Average duration2h 15m
7kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Montreal?

    The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Montreal start from R 628. The average price for this train route is around R 927. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Montreal?

    The average train journey time from Ottawa to Montreal is 2h 4m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 31m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.

  3. Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Montreal route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Montreal?

    The earliest train from Ottawa to Montreal departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 17:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/12
R 944
04/12
R 1 071
Today
R 1 150
06/12
R 653
07/12
R 695
08/12
R 576
09/12
R 576
10/12
R 695
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Montreal was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 576

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 Montreal as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 576 to R 3 316 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 576, which is on 2025-12-08.

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