Next available departures

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:57pm	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
3:24pm	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 27m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
2:57pm	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
3:24pm	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 27m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:57pm	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
3:24pm	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 27m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
10:00am	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	6:20pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
10:00am	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	6:20pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
10:00am	Gare du Palais	8h 20m	6:20pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
10:00am	Gare du Palais	5h 56m	3:56pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
10:00am	Gare du Palais	5h 56m	3:56pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
10:00am	Gare du Palais	5h 56m	3:56pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:32pm	Gare du Palais	6h 4m	6:36pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
8:34am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	5h 52m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	5h 52m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	5h 52m	1:58pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
	5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
VIA Rail + Tour Express	5:29am	Gare du Palais	6h 46m	12:15pm	University of Ottawa	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
VIA Rail + Tour Express	5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	6h 18m	12:15pm	University of Ottawa	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on September 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:29am	Gare du Palais	5h 35m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
5:57am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 7m	11:04am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags
8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Quebec City to Ottawa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 5 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

5h 54mAverage Duration

233 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$102 - $151	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $319	Average Duration5h 54m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$63 - $80	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4.1/55,274 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Passengers frequently commend the friendly and efficient staff, highlighting their positive interactions both at stations and on trains. The service is generally well-organized with comfortable seating, making for a pleasant travel experience. However, some users have noted occasional delays in train schedules and issues with powerful air conditioning affecting comfort during longer journeys.

VIA Rail Quebec City Ottawa recent customer reviews

The personnel was very nice! However, the AC was so extremely powerful that we were freezing. I caught a cold during the 6 hours from Quebec to Ottawa.

Bente Elisabeth A.

June 20, 2025

The staff in Quebec were fantastic, allowing us to board the train a few minutes late as our bus to the station was late, however the total journey was delayed by an hour and 20 minutes.

Lara B.

June 19, 2024

I liked the confort. I did not like the hot chocolate drink I paid in the train.

Tilder D.

May 4, 2024

CA train companies:Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Quebec City 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 Quebec City to Ottawa?
The cheapest train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 Quebec City to Ottawa?
The average train ride duration from Quebec City to Ottawa is 5h 54m, covering a distance of 233 miles (376 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Quebec City to Ottawa route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Quebec City to Ottawa?
The earliest train departs from Quebec City to Ottawa at 5:29am. And the latest train departs at 3:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/02

$67

09/03

$78

Today

$191

09/05

$67

09/06

$78

09/07

$85

09/08

$62

09/09

$62

The cheapest trip from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of $62

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $62 to $225 for a train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-09-09.