The average train between Montreal and Ottawa Station takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Montreal to Ottawa Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Montreal and Ottawa Station. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montreal is at 6:50 PM which arrives into Ottawa Station at 9:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Ottawa and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 13m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Montreal to Ottawa Station? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Montreal to Ottawa Station. However, there are services departing from Montréal station and arriving at Ottawa station via Ottawa station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Montreal to Ottawa Station train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Montréal station.
Montreal to Ottawa Station train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Ottawa station.
The distance between Montreal and Ottawa Station is 160.2 km. The road distance is 188 km.
VIA Rail operates a train from Montréal to Ottawa 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–240 and the journey takes 2h 1m.