How much does a train ticket cost from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Kitchener start from PEN 255. The average price for this train route is around PEN 380. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The average train journey time from Ottawa to Kitchener is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 442 km. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 11m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Kitchener route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The earliest train from Ottawa to Kitchener departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 12:05.

Train Ottawa to Kitchener from PEN 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 17 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Megabus Canada + Go Transit		15:10	St-Laurent station, Platform E	9h 16m	00:26	Kitchener GO	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 18 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	12:45	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 53m	00:38	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
MapleBus + Go Transit	07:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	10h 58m	18:38	Kitchener GO	No tags
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 19 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
MapleBus + Go Transit		10:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	13h 58m	00:38	Kitchener GO	CheapestFastest
MapleBus + Go Transit		10:25	Ottawa-Bayshore - OC Transpo Bus Stop	14h 13m	00:38	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 20 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	10:00	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	9h 6m	19:06	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
MapleBus + Go Transit	07:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	9h 46m	17:26	Kitchener GO	No tags
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	12:45	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 41m	23:26	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 21 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	12:45	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 41m	23:26	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
MapleBus + Go Transit	07:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	9h 46m	17:26	Kitchener GO	No tags
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 22 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	12:45	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 41m	23:26	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
MapleBus + Go Transit	07:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	9h 46m	17:26	Kitchener GO	No tags
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 23 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	10:00	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	9h 6m	19:06	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
MapleBus + Go Transit	07:40	Fallowfield - MacEwen Gas station	9h 46m	17:26	Kitchener GO	No tags
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	12:45	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 41m	23:26	Kitchener GO	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kitchener on 24 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Megabus Canada + Go Transit	06:55	St-Laurent station, Platform E	10h 31m	17:26	Kitchener GO	Cheapest
	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	7h 11m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	08:29	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 47m	19:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Megabus Canada + Go Transit	13:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	10h 11m	23:26	Kitchener GO	No tags
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + Go Transit	10:00	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	9h 6m	19:06	Kitchener GO	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Ottawa to Kitchener

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kitchener. The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

9h 35mAverage duration

442 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average pricePEN 117 - PEN 442	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 255 - PEN 1,580	Average duration8h 52m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average pricePEN 264 - PEN 264	Average duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4.1/54,843 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 4843 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 255

VIA Rail Ottawa Kitchener recent customer reviews

The train was very slow, missed my flight because it got stuck and it took 2 and half hours to get it moving. I am so disappointed with the service

Iyobosa I.

17 February 2025

2 hrs delay !!

Arwa S.

24 July 2023

CA train companies: Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Kitchener start from PEN 255. The average price for this train route is around PEN 380. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Kitchener is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 442 km. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 11m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Kitchener route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Kitchener departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 12:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/04

PEN 392

16/04

PEN 479

Today

PEN 488

18/04

PEN 529

19/04

PEN 501

20/04

PEN 309

21/04

PEN 313

22/04

PEN 315

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON was searched and found on 20 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 309

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 309 to PEN 1,254 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 309, which is on 2026-04-20.