How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Moncton?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start at $216. The average price for this train route is around $357. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Moncton?

The average train trip from Ottawa to Moncton takes 23h 15m and covers 846 km. The quickest train gets you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Moncton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Ottawa to Moncton departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

Train Ottawa to Moncton from $202 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Moncton on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	1:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	23h 5m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Cheapest
	2:17pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	22h 13m	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	Fastest
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 1h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	8:25am	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 4h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags
	11:04am	Fallowfield, ON	1d 1h	1:30pm	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:33 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Moncton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Moncton. The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just $199, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12hAverage Duration

850 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$216 - $515	Average Duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$199 - $239	Average Duration12h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,700 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

According to customer reviews, the trip and staff were great. However, some customers mentioned that the cost was excessive compared to previous prices. Additionally, there were complaints about the train being slow and arriving 2 hours behind schedule. Suggestions were made for acquiring faster and more advanced trains to improve timeliness.

VIA Rail Ottawa Moncton recent customer reviews

Staff was great, very helpful. The 4 hour delay was concerning and we were never advised a reason for the delay. Otherwise fine.

Darlene C.

August 14, 2023

The train is very slow and I got to my destination 2hrs behind the schedule time. Faster and more advanced trains should be acquired to enhance faster movement and timeliness

Ene O.

September 3, 2022

CA train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Moncton?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Moncton start at $216. The average price for this train route is around $357. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Ottawa to Moncton?
The average train trip from Ottawa to Moncton takes 23h 15m and covers 846 km. The quickest train gets you there in 22h 13m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Moncton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Moncton?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Moncton departs at 11:04am. The latest train departs at 2:17pm.

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The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Moncton was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $350

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 Moncton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $350 to $436 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Moncton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $350 which is on 2025-12-19.