How much does a train ticket from Quebec City to Ottawa cost?

The average train ticket price from Quebec City to Ottawa is $66. The best way to find train tickets from Quebec City to Ottawa 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 Quebec City to Ottawa?

A train trip between Quebec City and Ottawa is around 5h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Quebec City and Ottawa?

The number of trains from Quebec City to Ottawa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Quebec City to Ottawa by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Quebec City to Ottawa?

When taking the train from Quebec City to Ottawa, you can travel comfortably and safely with VIA Rail Canada.

Train Quebec City to Ottawa from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 20
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
2:57pm	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
2:57pm	Gare du Palais	5h 54m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 21
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

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00am	Gare du Palais	5h 56m	3:56pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Cheapest
8:34am	Sainte-Foy - VIA Rail Station	5h 24m	1:58pm	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

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 23
Operated by	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
	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
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	8:06am	Gare du Palais	9h 3m	5:09pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 24
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

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 25
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

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 26
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
Orléans Express + VIA Rail	11:30am	Gare du Palais	9h 21m	8:51pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	5:29am	Gare du Palais	7h 11m	12:40pm	Fallowfield, ON	No tags

Next departures for Quebec City to Ottawa on November 27
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

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Compare 4 ways to go from Quebec City to Ottawa

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

235 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $152	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $266	Average Duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$68 - $84	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $69	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,663 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

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

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$71

11/19

$83

Today

$98

11/21

$71

11/22

$60

11/23

$98

11/24

$71

11/25

$44

The cheapest trip from Quebec City to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $44

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 $44 to $234 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 $44 which is on 2025-11-25.