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 $35 - $55 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 2h 2m and costs $40 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Montreal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatineau, QC - 34 MAISONNEUVE and arriving at Montréal, QC - GARE D'AUTOCARS. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Montreal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottawa and arriving at Montréal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Montreal?

The distance between Ottawa and Montreal is 183 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 2h 2m and costs $40 - $240.

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

The train from Ottawa to Montréal takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Montreal bus from?

Ottawa to Montreal bus services, operated by Autobus Maheux, depart from Gatineau, QC - 34 MAISONNEUVE 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 2h 2m and costs $40 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $65 and takes 3h, you could also fly, which costs $270 - $1,000 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Ottawa to Montreal bus arrive?

Ottawa to Montreal bus services, operated by Autobus Maheux, arrive at Montréal, QC - GARE D'AUTOCARS 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?

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Where can I stay near Montreal?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Montréaltrain VIA Rail
2h 2m
$40–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatineau, QC - 34 MAISONNEUVE to Montréal, QC - GARE D'AUTOCARSbus Ottawa / ...
3h
$27–65
Drive 192 km
1. Drive from Ottawa to Montrealcar 192 km
2h 20m
$38–55
Fly
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)plane YOW - YUL
2h 9m
$278–958
Bus via Terminus Le Carrefour Quai: 8
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Lavalbus Ottawa - Montréal
3h 41m
$56–61

Ottawa to Montreal by train

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Distance: 183.1 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

VIA Rail operates a train from Ottawa to Montréal 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–240 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, Autobus Maheux operates a bus from Gatineau, QC - 34 MAISONNEUVE to Montréal, QC - GARE D'AUTOCARS every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–56 and the journey takes 3h. Two other operators also service this route.

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