The average train between Ottawa and Winnipeg takes 45h 22m and the fastest train takes 40h 17m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Ottawa to Winnipeg. 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 twice a week between Ottawa and Winnipeg. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Ottawa is at 6:03 PM which arrives into Winnipeg at 7:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 45h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ottawa to Winnipeg. However, there are services departing from Ottawa station and arriving at Winnipeg station via Toronto Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 22m.
Ottawa to Winnipeg train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.
Ottawa to Winnipeg train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Winnipeg station.
Book your Ottawa to Winnipeg train tickets online with VIA Rail.
The distance between Ottawa and Winnipeg is 1,675.3 km. The road distance is 2,365 km.
You can take a train from Ottawa to Winnipeg via Toronto Union Station in around 39h 59m.
