The cheapest and fastest trains from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 8 trains that leave Quebec City, QC for Ottawa, ON every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 379 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.
VIA33 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa5:575h07Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC11:04Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA39 Service from Quebec to Ottawa14:575h54Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC20:51Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa15:245h27Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC20:51Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA33 Service from Quebec to Ottawa5:295h35Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC11:04Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA37 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa13:005h36Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC18:36Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£921One-way0 changes
VIA33 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa5:575h07Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC11:04Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA35 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa8:345h24Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC13:58Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£921One-way0 changes
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa15:245h27Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC20:51Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA33 Service from Quebec to Ottawa5:295h35Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC11:04Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£851One-way0 changes
VIA37 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa13:005h36Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC18:36Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 train costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 379 km
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0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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VIA33 Service from Quebec to Ottawa | 5:29 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 5h35 | 11:04 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA33 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa | 5:57 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 5h07 | 11:04 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA35 Service from Quebec to Ottawa | 8:06 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 5h52 | 13:58 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA35 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa | 8:34 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 5h24 | 13:58 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA37 Service from Quebec to Ottawa | 12:32 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 6h04 | 18:36 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA37 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa | 13:00 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 5h36 | 18:36 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA39 Service from Quebec to Ottawa | 14:57 Quebec (Gare du Palais), Quebec City, QC | 5h54 | 20:51 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
VIA39 Service from Sainte-Foy to Ottawa | 15:24 Sainte-Foy, Quebec City, QC | 5h27 | 20:51 Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON
Trains from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 16:32. The fastest train covers the 379 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 379 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 16:32 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Seajets from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Quebec City, QC and Ottawa, ON from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, ON train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Quebec City, QC to Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Quebec City, QC and Ottawa, 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"
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