🚆 Train route

Toronto → Ottawa

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🚆 VIA Rail ⏱ ~5h 30m 📅 year-round

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All the ways to get there

How to get from Toronto to Ottawa

Mode	Operator	Typical time	Book via
🚆 Train	VIA Rail	~5h 30m	Compare & book →

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What you actually need to know

Quick GTA getaway: downtown Toronto to downtown Ottawa. Parliament Hill walking distance from station. Popular for business travellers and families.

The journey

Stops & timing

07:00 — Toronto Union Station
12:30 — Ottawa Central Station

Ready to book Toronto → Ottawa?

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FAQ

Toronto to Ottawa — common questions

How long does the train from Toronto to Ottawa take?

Typically about 5h 30m on VIA Rail.

Do I need a car to get from Toronto to Ottawa?

No — this route runs by train with VIA Rail. You book with the operator and travel car-free.

Where do I book Toronto to Ottawa?

On the official operator (VIA Rail). LookNBooks shows the route and hands you off at their published price — we never add a markup.