Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tour Express + VIA Rail | University of Ottawa | VIA Rail Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | VIA Rail Station | Fastest | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | VIA Rail Station | No tags | |||||
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail | Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown) | VIA Rail Station | No tags | |||||
| Fallowfield, ON | VIA Rail Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:08 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Moncton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Moncton. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$156 - $379 | Average Duration23h 15m | 78kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$88 - $183 | Average Duration12h 30m | 36kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
According to customer reviews, the trip and staff were great. However, some customers mentioned that the cost was excessive compared to previous prices. Additionally, there were complaints about the train being slow and arriving 2 hours behind schedule. Suggestions were made for acquiring faster and more advanced trains to improve timeliness.
VIA Rail Ottawa Moncton recent customer reviews
Staff was great, very helpful. The 4 hour delay was concerning and we were never advised a reason for the delay. Otherwise fine.
Darlene C.
The train is very slow and I got to my destination 2hrs behind the schedule time. Faster and more advanced trains should be acquired to enhance faster movement and timeliness
Ene O.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Moncton 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 Moncton?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $238. 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 Moncton?
The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Moncton is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 530 miles (855 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Ottawa to Moncton 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 Moncton?
The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Moncton 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 Moncton was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $171To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Moncton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $171 to $290 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Moncton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2026-01-18.
