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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: June 20 atDeparture city: VancouverDeparture location: Pacific Central StationArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: OttawaDestination location: Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)Operated by: VIA Rail
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: June 20 atDeparture city: VancouverDeparture location: Pacific Central StationArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: OttawaDestination location: Fallowfield, ONOperated by: VIA RailVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: VancouverDeparture location: Pacific Central StationArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: OttawaDestination location: Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)Operated by: VIA RailVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: VancouverDeparture location: Pacific Central StationArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: OttawaDestination location: Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)Operated by: VIA RailVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: VancouverDeparture location: Pacific Central StationArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: OttawaDestination location: Fallowfield, ONOperated by: VIA RailVehicle: TrainDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$489 - $1,026 | Average Duration4d 4h | 322kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars | |||
Carpool | Average Price$174 - $174 | Average Duration1d 19h | 149kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly |
Busbud recommends taking the train from Vancouver to OttawaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 4 days, 4 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $489, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Vancouver to Ottawa: Trip Overview
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Based on 4282 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $489.00
Vancouver to Ottawa Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vancouver to Ottawa was searched and found on Jun 16, 2025 with a price of $578To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vancouver to Ottawa, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $578 to $669 for a train ticket from Vancouver to Ottawa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $639 which is on 2025-06-20.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Vancouver to Ottawa is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Ottawa you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Vancouver and Ottawa, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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