How much does a train ticket from Ottawa to Kingston cost?

The average train ticket price from Ottawa to Kingston is $51. The best way to find train tickets from Ottawa to Kingston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Ottawa to Kingston?

A train trip between Ottawa and Kingston is around 2h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 91 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Ottawa and Kingston?

The number of trains from Ottawa to Kingston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Ottawa to Kingston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Ottawa, CA to Kingston (ON), CA | VIA Rail Canada

FriMay 2

from $45

SatMay 3

from $45

SunMay 4

from $49

MonMay 5

from $36

TueMay 6

from $36

WedMay 7

from $36

ThuMay 8

from $36

FriMay 9

Trains leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 3 at 5:40am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Fallowfield, ON
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:25am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: VIA Rail Station
Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 3 at 2:55pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Fallowfield, ON
Arrival time: May 3 at 4:34pm
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: VIA Rail Station
Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 39m
Departure time: May 3 at 5:40am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Fallowfield, ON
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:25am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: VIA Rail Station
Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 3 at 5:40am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Fallowfield, ON
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:25am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: VIA Rail Station
Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: May 3 at 5:40am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Fallowfield, ON
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:25am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: VIA Rail Station
Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 45m

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Compare 4 ways to go from Ottawa to Kingston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $89	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$35 - $133	Average Duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle	Average Price$26 - $46	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $32	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Ottawa to Kingston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Kingston. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10shuttle per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Ottawa to Kingston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$51

Average train trip duration2h 1m

Number of daily trains17

Earliest train departure4:13am

Distance82 miles (132 km)

Latest train departure6:23pm

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,159 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Users have generally positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting smooth and peaceful journeys with easy boarding processes. Many appreciated engaging conversations with the conductor and good food on board. However, some reviews mentioned delays in arrival times and dissatisfaction regarding price differences for certain routes.

VIA Rail Ottawa Kingston recent customer reviews

The boarding was easy. The trip was made even better by interesting discussions with Umar the conductor. Food was also good

Leone S.

May 17, 2023

It was smooth and peaceful. Thorougly enjoyed it

Sammy N.

September 1, 2024

New train is amazing

Wanda C.

August 28, 2024

Train and bus companies in CA:Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express

Ottawa to Kingston Train

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

Best price found

04/28

$57

04/29

$42

Today

$97

05/01

$42

05/02

$45

05/03

$45

05/04

$49

05/05

$36

The cheapest trip from Ottawa to Kingston was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $149 for a train ticket from Ottawa to Kingston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Ottawa and Kingston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Kingston.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Kingston, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Ottawa and Kingston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Ottawa to Kingston.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Trains tickets from Ottawa, CA to Kingston (ON), CA

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Train Ottawa to Kingston: Trip Overview

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