Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON train with VIA Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£107

Average price

£113

Fastest journey

10 h

Average duration

11 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

681 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor, ON 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 Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.

Fast trains

To travel from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON you need to make at least one change.

VIA RailVIA70 Service from Windsor to Toronto · VIA644 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
05:3512h18
Windsor station, Windsor, ON
17:53Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON
£1071One-way
1 change
VIA RailVIA72 Service from Windsor to Toronto · VIA44 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
08:4310h00
Windsor station, Windsor, ON
18:43Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON
£1141One-way
1 change
VIA RailVIA72 Service from Windsor to Toronto · VIA646 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
08:4312h03
Windsor station, Windsor, ON
20:46Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON
£1141One-way
1 change
VIA RailVIA76 Service from Windsor to Toronto · VIA48 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
13:0610h05
Windsor station, Windsor, ON
23:11Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON
£1141One-way
1 change
VIA RailVIA72 Service from Windsor to Toronto · VIA46 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
08:4311h17
Windsor station, Windsor, ON
20:00Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON
£1191One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £127.

Distance: 681 km

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Train
Coach
Flight

£155

Average Price

£72

Average Price

Cheapest

£251

Average Price

9h 28m

Average total duration

8h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

12h 19m

Average total duration

11h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 2m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:14
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viarail09:35 Windsor, ON
12h18
21:53 Ottawa, ON0 changesdirect
viarail12:43 Windsor, ON
11h17
00:00 Ottawa, ON0 changesdirect
viarail17:06 Windsor, ON
10h05
03:11 Ottawa, ON0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

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Trains from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £44
Distance
681 km
Average train duration
8h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£75
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
9h 25m
First train
04:13
Last train
14:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £44

Train companies: VIA Rail from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON trainsVIA Rail trains will get you between Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VIA Rail

About
VIA Rail is Canada’s national passenger rail service, operating over 12,500 km of track and connecting more than 450 communities across 8 provinces. Services include long-distance routes like The Ocean (Montreal to Halifax) and The Canadian (Toronto to Vancouver), as well as regional options such as The Corridor (Quebec City to Windsor) and other short-distance services in Ontario and Quebec. Ticket fare options include Economy, Economy Plus, Business, Sleeper Plus, Prestige, and Touring, catering to a range of travel styles and budgets. Onboard amenities can include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and dining services. Popular routes include Toronto–Montreal, Toronto–Ottawa, and Montreal–Quebec City.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 25m
Cheapest Price
£79
VIA Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of carry-on luggage and 2 pieces of checked baggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of cars, and designated storage spaces
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by fare type
Refund
Full refund provided for VIA Rail canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Dining car service on long-distance routes, café car with snacks and beverages, at-seat meal service in Business class
Seat reservation
Economy: Optional seat selection for fee, Business: Included in fare
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible washrooms, boarding assistance, and special seating areas
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, service animals permitted, larger dogs not allowed
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FAQs: Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON train

FAQs: Travel by train from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON.
FAQs
To get from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train distance from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON is 681 km.
Booking trains from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON covers a distance of 681 km and takes approximately 9h 25m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £75, while the average price tends to be around £155.
The cheapest way to get from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON is by coach, costing approximately £44.
The train station in Windsor, ON that goes to Ottawa, ON is Windsor station, Windsor, ON, and it arrives at Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON.
Yes, you can take the train from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON.
The first train from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON leaves at 4:13.
The last train from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON departs at 14:55.
Trains from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON.
There is no night train service from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON.

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Important Stations and Airports in Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON

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The major train station for departures in Windsor is Windsor. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Windsor for your trip from Windsor to Ottawa.
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Distance to city center
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