The cheapest and fastest trains from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
Of the 12 trains that leave Ottawa, ON for Toronto, ON every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood12:234h35Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON16:58Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON£1221One-way0 changes
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Toronto12:235h07Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON17:30Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1221One-way0 changes
VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Toronto14:294h46Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON19:15Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1221One-way0 changes
VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Toronto11:434h50Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON16:33Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1221One-way0 changes
VIA641 Service from Ottawa to Toronto4:134h35Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON8:48Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1451One-way0 changes
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Toronto10:244h24Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON14:48Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1881One-way0 changes
VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood18:034h25Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON22:28Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON£1731One-way0 changes
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood8:294h29Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON12:58Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON£1451One-way0 changes
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood12:234h35Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON16:58Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON£1221One-way0 changes
VIA641 Service from Ottawa to Toronto4:134h35Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON8:48Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON£1451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 351 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £208 Average Price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIA641 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 4:13 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h35 | 8:48 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA41 Service from Ottawa to Kingston · VIA61 Service from Kingston to Guildwood | 5:21 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 6h22 | 11:43 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 1 change | |
VIA41 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 5:21 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h41 | 10:02 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 8:29 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h49 | 13:18 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood | 8:29 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h29 | 12:58 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 10:24 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h24 | 14:48 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 11:43 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h50 | 16:33 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood | 12:23 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h35 | 16:58 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 12:23 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 5h07 | 17:30 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 14:29 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h46 | 19:15 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Toronto | 18:03 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h45 | 22:48 Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Guildwood | 18:03 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 4h25 | 22:28 Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON
Trains from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 4:13 |
Last train 19:22 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Ottawa, ON and Toronto, ON from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Toronto, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ottawa, ON and Toronto, ON
- Mo-Fr 05:30-20:45,21:45-23:30; Sa 06:30-09:15, 09:45-20:45, 21:15-23:30; Su 08:15-13:00, 13:30-20:45,21:15-23:30; 22:30-23:30 "ticket office closed"
- 5:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Front Street and Bay Street.
- Union Chicken
- Amano Pasta
- The Rec Room
- Outside the main entrance.
- CAD 1
- Fairmont Royal York
- The Strathcona Hotel
- InterContinental Toronto Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 168 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for VIA Rail and GO Transit
- Hall 2: UP Express platforms
- Hall 3: connections to subway and streetcar
- Subway: Line 1 (Yonge-University)
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: 509, 510
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