How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Kingston?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Kingston start from R 589. The average price for this train route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Kingston?

The average train journey time from Ottawa to Kingston is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Kingston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Ottawa to Kingston departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Train Ottawa to Kingston from R 497 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 2 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:23	Fallowfield, ON	1h 47m	20:10	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	14:55	Fallowfield, ON	1h 39m	16:34	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	2h 1m	14:45	VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	7h 36m	20:20	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	No tags
	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	2h 1m	14:45	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	2h 1m	14:45	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	2h 1m	14:45	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	12:44	Fallowfield, ON	2h 1m	14:45	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 3 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
09:56	Fallowfield, ON	1h 35m	11:31	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 4 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 5 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
09:56	Fallowfield, ON	1h 35m	11:31	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
08:50	Fallowfield, ON	1h 42m	10:32	VIA Rail Station	No tags
09:56	Fallowfield, ON	1h 35m	11:31	VIA Rail Station	No tags
09:56	Fallowfield, ON	1h 35m	11:31	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 6 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
09:56	Fallowfield, ON	1h 35m	11:31	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 7 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
14:55	Fallowfield, ON	1h 39m	16:34	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 8 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
14:55	Fallowfield, ON	1h 39m	16:34	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags
05:40	Fallowfield, ON	1h 45m	07:25	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Kingston on 9 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	11:43	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	3h 57m	15:40	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
	14:55	Fallowfield, ON	1h 39m	16:34	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	05:21	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	3h 59m	09:20	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	No tags
	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 40m	09:20	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	No tags
	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	1h 43m	06:16	VIA Rail Station	No tags
VIA Rail + Megabus Canada	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	3h 35m	15:40	1175 John Counter Blvd (Kingston Bus Terminal)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:36 AM EDT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Ottawa to Kingston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kingston. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51bus per day

2h 10mAverage duration

144 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 96 - R 1 838	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 589 - R 1 945	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 425 - R 1 269	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4.1/54 893 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Users have generally positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting smooth and peaceful journeys with easy boarding processes. Many appreciated engaging conversations with the conductor and good food on board. However, some reviews mentioned delays in arrival times and dissatisfaction regarding price differences for certain routes.

VIA Rail Ottawa Kingston recent customer reviews

The boarding was easy. The trip was made even better by interesting discussions with Umar the conductor. Food was also good

Leone S.

17 May 2023

It was smooth and peaceful. Thorougly enjoyed it

Sammy N.

1 September 2024

New train is amazing

Wanda C.

28 August 2024

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Kingston?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Kingston start from R 589. The average price for this train route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Kingston?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Kingston is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Kingston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Kingston?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Kingston departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/06

R 995

01/07

R 730

Today

R 789

03/07

R 580

04/07

R 537

05/07

R 853

06/07

R 627

07/07

R 627

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Kingston, CA was searched and found on 04 Jul 2026 with a price of R 537

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 Kingston, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 537 to R 2 031 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Kingston, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 537, which is on 2026-07-04.