The average train between Montreal and Ottawa - Via Rail takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Montreal to Ottawa - Via Rail. 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 - Via Rail. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montreal is at 6:50 PM which arrives into Ottawa - Via Rail at 8:56 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Montréal station and arriving at Ottawa station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.
Montreal to Ottawa - Via Rail train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Montréal station.
Montreal to Ottawa - Via Rail train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Ottawa station.
The distance between Montreal and Ottawa - Via Rail is 161.3 km. The road distance is 189 km.
VIA Rail operates a train from Montréal to Ottawa 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–240 and the journey takes 2h 1m.