Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Halifax, NS | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Halifax, NS | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Fallowfield, ON | Halifax, NS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Fallowfield, ON | Halifax, NS | No tags | ||||
| Train | Fallowfield, ON | Halifax, NS | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Halifax
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 8,745, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 4864 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 8,745
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 traveling from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, 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 Ottawa to Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start from TRY 8,745. The average price for this train route is around TRY 11,377. 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 Ottawa to Halifax?
The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Halifax is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 594 miles (958 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Ottawa to Halifax route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?
The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Halifax at 11:04am. And the latest train departs at 2:17pm.
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 May 10, 2026 with a price of TRY 11,151To 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 TRY 11,151 to TRY 16,731 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 TRY 11,561 which is on 2026-05-13.
