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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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VIA Rail + MapleBus | Central Station | Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Central Station | Fallowfield, ON | Fastest | |||||
| Central Station | Fallowfield, ON | No tags | |||||
VIA Rail + MapleBus | Central Station | Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station | No tags | |||||
| Central Station | Fallowfield, ON | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Guelph to Ottawa
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Guelph and Ottawa, CA?
Guelph
- A244-252 Brock Rd S, Guelph, ON N1H 6H9, Canada
- BGuelph, ON N1H 3A4, Canada
Ottawa, CA
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
Train Companies
Customers have reported multiple delays with the first train, mentioning difficulties navigating Guelph station due to lack of staff. Toronto was a more manageable experience in comparison. Some passengers expressed dissatisfaction with a 50-minute delay on their journey.
VIA Rail Guelph Ottawa recent customer reviews
Many delays with first train; Guelph station was horrible to navigate as there are no humans employed there. Toronto was much easier.
Meghan F.
Train was 2 hours late arriving in guelph where I started my trip and then There was an issue at union Station which left me over 2 hours late and which made me over 4 hours late in Ottawa
Justin M.
My negatives are that it was delayed 50 minutes
Cash A.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Guelph to Ottawa, CA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Guelph to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Guelph to Ottawa start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Guelph to Ottawa?
The average train ride duration from Guelph to Ottawa is 7h 57m, covering a distance of 253 miles (408 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 14m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Guelph to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Guelph to Ottawa?
The earliest train departs from Guelph to Ottawa at 8:33am. And the latest train departs at 2:13pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Guelph to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Guelph to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $303 for a train ticket from Guelph to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-12-15.
