Ottawa to Montreal By Train

Ottawa

Departing from:
Ottawa Train Station
200 Tremblay Rd, ON K1G 3H5,
​Ottawa, Canada

Distance by train:
178 km

Montreal

Arriving at:
​Montreal Central Station
895 Rue de la Gauchetière O, QC H3B 4G1, Montréal , Canada

Ottawa to Montreal Train Information

The train ride from Ottawa to Montreal takes about two hours, covering about 110 miles (178 kilometers).
Typically, 4 trains operate between Ottawa and Montreal per day. Tickets start at $86 when purchased in advance.

Shortest travel time:
​1 hr 54 min

Longest travel time:
​2 hrs 2 min

​​​Earliest departure: 
​10:15

Latest departure:
​18:55

Among the top choices for traveling from Ottawa to Montreal is taking a fast and modern train. Several travel classes are available on the high-speed trains that run between the cities, as well as fast travel times (about 2 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to four departures per day. All high-speed trains were designed to make passengers' journeys as enjoyable as possible. 
With Rail.Ninja, you can book train tickets for Montreal to Ottawa, as there are 4 departures from Montreal to Ottawa, and you can easily review the schedule and book your tickets.

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Ottawa to Montreal Train Schedule

Looking for the train schedule from Ottawa to Montreal? The table below shows the fastest trip times, the earliest and latest departures,
​and the number of departures per day.

Train Type	Earliest Train	Latest Train	Fastest Trip	Departures / Day
Morning trains	10:15	10:15	2 hrs 0 min	1
Afternoon trains	14:20	16:10	1 hr 54 min	2
Evening ​trains	18:55	18:55	2 hrs 2 min	1

*Check the current Ottawa to Montreal timetable on the website Rail.Ninja

VIA Rail Express Train Ottawa to Montreal

VIA Rail was founded with the purpose of connecting Canadian cities and people coast-to-coast by providing safe, comfortable, and environmentally friendly transportation. Its trains offer many different types of services to travelers, such as:
- access to a dedicated entertainment network, as well as free WiFi
- Canadian-made snacks and meals aboard the trains
- several activities for children
A few simple questions about a passenger's health are asked by employees before allowing them into the train, in addition to basic health checks. 

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Ottawa to Montreal Train Classes

VIA generally offers two classes of service on its trains from Montreal to Ottawa: Economy and Business. According to the class you select, each has different features. If you choose economy, you'll receive comfort for a reasonable price. You will be provided with a delicious meal and a power outlet for charging your laptop, as well as other benefits, when traveling in Business class, regardless of whether you are traveling for business or pleasure. ​

Economy class

Business Class

Features / Class	Economy Class	Business Class
Free Wi-Fi	​✓​	✓
Power outlets	✓	✓
Spacious seat	✓	✓
Meal	-	✓
​Additional baggage allowance	​-	✓

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FAQ About Train From Ottawa to Montreal

Would you like to find out more about your trip from Ottawa to Montreal? For your convenience, we've gathered our most frequently asked questions to help you plan your trip.

Is there a direct train between ottawa and montreal ?

In about two hours, VIA Rail trains run directly to Montreal Central Station from Ottawa Train Station.

HOW LONG IS THE HIGH-SPEED TRAIN TRIP FROM ottawa TO montreal?

The train travels between Ottawa and Montreal in about two hours, and there are usually four trains that run every day.

HOW TO BUY TRAIN TICKETS FROM ottawa To montreal ? 

You can search the Ottawa to Montreal train schedule on Rail.Ninja, select departure dates that work best for your plans, and book your tickets months or years in advance!

how much is a train ticket from ottawa to montreal?

The price per passenger of trains from Ottawa to Montreal starts at 86 USD.

Ottawa to Montreal Train Map

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