How to get to Toronto, ON from Ottawa, ON

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

Omio recommends booking the flight 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 an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £313.

Distance: 351 km

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£313

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£79

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£29

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£46

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4h 23m

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5h 6m

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6h 7m

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4h 28m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is a coach with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON costing on average £79.

A coach is £285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON costing on average £313.

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Toronto, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 6m.

Coach takes on average 6h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ottawa, ON and Toronto, ON including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 5m sooner (2h 23m by flight vs 4h 28m by car). Tickets start at around £313 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON

How to get to Toronto, ON from Ottawa, ON by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Infobus0
    11:005h00
    Ottawa, ON
    16:00Toronto, ON
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Infobus0
    11:005h00
    Ottawa, ON
    16:00Toronto, ON
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Porter AirlinesPD2262
    19:151h00
    Ottawa
    20:15Toronto Island
    £3071One-way
    0 changes

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  • Infobus0
    14:005h05
    Ottawa, ON
    19:05Toronto, ON
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • Infobus0
    23:595h16
    Ottawa, ON
    5:15Toronto, ON
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • Infobus0
    17:305h30
    Ottawa, ON
    23:00Toronto, ON
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • WestJetWS893
    6:551h05
    Ottawa
    8:00Toronto
    £2821One-way
    0 changes
  • Porter AirlinesPD2447
    14:001h05
    Ottawa
    15:05Hamilton
    £2821One-way
    0 changes
  • Porter AirlinesPD2260
    17:551h00
    Ottawa
    18:55Toronto Island
    £3071One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON

Travel to Toronto, 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 Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ottawa, ON and Toronto, ON including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is a coach with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON costing on average £79.

A coach is £285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON costing on average £313.

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Toronto, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 6m.

Coach takes on average 6h 7m.

The Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON distance is approximately 351 km.
The average frequency per day from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON is:
  • Around 58 coaches per day.
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ottawa, ON and Toronto, ON as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ottawa and arrive in Toronto.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON and arrive in Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON and arrive in Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge to go to Toronto, ON by flight.
  • Travel with Infobus, FlixBus to go to Toronto, ON by coach.
  • Travel with Seajets to go to Toronto, ON by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON with the following travel companies:
  • 23 direct flights per day with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge.
  • 58 direct coaches per day with Infobus, FlixBus.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Seajets.
Omio customers who travel from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Montreal, QC, New York, NY, Niagara Falls, ON, Vancouver, BC, Quebec City, QC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Toronto, ON and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Ottawa, ON to Toronto, ON, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Toronto, you can explore the Distillery District, a historic area with cobblestone streets and trendy boutiques, or visit the bustling St. Lawrence Market for fresh produce and diverse food options. High Park offers trails, gardens, and a zoo, while Kensington Market is known for its eclectic shops and multicultural cuisine. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the Hockey Hall of Fame with its interactive exhibits. Key sights include the CN Tower for panoramic city views, the Royal Ontario Museum with its extensive art and cultural collections, the Art Gallery of Ontario featuring Canadian and international art, Ripley's Aquarium of Canada showcasing global marine life, and the Toronto Islands, offering parks, beaches, and recreational activities accessible by ferry.
To fully experience Toronto, three to five days is generally recommended, allowing time to explore major attractions such as the CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, and Toronto Islands, with additional time for neighbourhoods like Kensington Market and Distillery District.
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