What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Montreal?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Montreal is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Montreal?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Montreal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $40 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Montreal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ottawa and arriving at Montreal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Montreal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottawa and arriving at Montréal. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Montreal?

The distance between Ottawa and Montreal is 178 km. The road distance is 192 km.

How do I travel from Ottawa to Montreal without a car?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Montreal without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $40 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Montreal?

The train from Ottawa to Montréal takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Montreal bus from?

Ottawa to Montreal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ottawa station.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Montreal train from?

Ottawa to Montreal train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.

Train, bus or fly from Ottawa to Montreal?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Montreal is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $40 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $60 and takes 3h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $290 - $1,100 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Ottawa to Montreal bus arrive?

Ottawa to Montreal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Montreal station.

Where does the Ottawa to Montreal train arrive?

Ottawa to Montreal train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Montréal station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Montreal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Montreal is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Ottawa to Montreal.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottawa to Montreal?

Book your Ottawa to Montreal train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ottawa to Montreal?

Book your Ottawa to Montreal bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Montreal?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Montreal.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ottawa to Montreal by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Montréaltrain VIA Rail
1h 58m
$40–240
Drive 192 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottawa to Montrealcar 192 km
2h 20m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Montrealbus FlixBus 2730
3h 10m
$45–60
Fly
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)plane YOW - YUL
2h 32m
$298–1,008

Ottawa to Montreal by train

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Distance: 178 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Montreal, QC, Canada?

VIA Rail operates a train from Ottawa to Montréal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–240 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Ottawa to Montreal hourly. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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