Next train departures

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:58pm	Bloor GO	1h 40m	6:38pm	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	10:58pm	Bloor GO	1h 40m	12:38am	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	3:54pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	3h 22m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	4:48pm	Union Station	1h 50m	6:38pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	4:09pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	3h 7m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:58pm	Bloor GO	1h 40m	6:38pm	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	10:58pm	Bloor GO	1h 40m	12:38am	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	3:54pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	3h 22m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	4:48pm	Union Station	1h 50m	6:38pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + VIA Rail	Train	4:09pm	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	3h 7m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:58am	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	11:26am	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	8:59am	Bloor GO	1h 27m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	12:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	2:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	7:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 32m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	3:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	5:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	8:09am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 17m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:58am	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	11:26am	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	8:59am	Bloor GO	1h 27m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	12:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	2:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	7:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 32m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	3:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	5:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	8:09am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 17m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:58am	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	11:26am	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	8:59am	Bloor GO	1h 27m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	12:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	2:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	7:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 32m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	3:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	5:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	8:09am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 17m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:58am	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	11:26am	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	8:59am	Bloor GO	1h 27m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	12:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	2:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	7:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 32m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	3:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	5:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	8:09am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 17m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures for Toronto to Kitchener on August 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:58am	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	11:26am	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	Train	8:59am	Bloor GO	1h 27m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	Fastest
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	12:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	2:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	7:54am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 32m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags
	Train	5:40pm	Union Station	1h 36m	7:16pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	Train	3:58pm	Etobicoke North GO	1h 28m	5:26pm	Kitchener GO	No tags
Union Pearson Express + Go Transit	Train	8:09am	YYZ Toronto Pearson International Airport - Terminal 1	2h 17m	10:26am	Kitchener GO	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Toronto to Kitchener

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kitchener. The journey takes about 1 hour 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

1h 46mAverage Duration

51 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceR 14 - R 999	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 217 - R 1 147	Average Duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average PriceR 363 - R 1 347	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Go Transit

3.3/5181 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi4.1

VIA Rail Canada

4.1/55,187 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Users have praised the service for being efficient and organized, with a pleasant crew and professional staff. The seats were comfortable, enhancing the travel experience. However, some users noted issues with air conditioning not functioning properly in certain areas of first class or being too cold overall. Additionally, there was difficulty locating platform signs assigned to each train.

VIA Rail Toronto Kitchener recent customer reviews

Wonderful customer service. Comfortable seats. Arrived at our destination just 9 minutes late.

Nancy B.

February 8, 2026

The staff were professional and helpful. However, I could not find the platform signs assigned to each train.

Daryaneh L.

September 26, 2024

Loved everything about the ride. Only thing was the air conditioning wasn’t working in half the first class so had to be in one part of the train

Crystal M.

May 22, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Toronto to Kitchener, ON 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 Toronto to Kitchener?
The cheapest train tickets from Toronto to Kitchener start from R 217. The average price for this train route is around R 247. 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 Toronto to Kitchener?
The average train ride duration from Toronto to Kitchener is 1h 46m, covering a distance of 51 miles (82 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Go Transit.
Which train operators service the Toronto to Kitchener route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 24 trains available per day, including services from Go Transit, VIA Rail Canada.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Toronto to Kitchener?
The earliest train departs from Toronto to Kitchener at 12:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:06pm.
What is the best train operator from Toronto to Kitchener?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is VIA Rail Canada, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5175 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Toronto to Kitchener?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Go Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Toronto to Kitchener?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Go Transit, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Toronto to Kitchener?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is VIA Rail Canada, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/06

R 215

08/07

R 216

Today

R 236

08/09

R 236

08/10

R 217

08/11

R 217

08/12

R 216

08/13

R 216

The cheapest trip from Toronto to Kitchener, ON was searched and found on Aug 6, 2026 with a price of R 215

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

You can expect to pay from R 215 to R 1 171 for a train ticket from Toronto to Kitchener, ON based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 216 which is on 2026-08-12.

Usually VIA Rail Canada will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Toronto to Kitchener, ON?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 30m	Avg PriceR 296	Daily Departures61
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 46m	Avg PriceR 247	Daily Departures24
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time1h 30m	Avg PriceR 317	Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between Toronto and Kitchener, ON is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 247 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 217. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kitchener, ON, choose the train, as it will take you from Toronto to Kitchener, ON in about 1h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!