How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Halifax?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start from $177. The average price for this train route is around $282. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Halifax?

The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Halifax is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 595 miles (960 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators service the Ottawa to Halifax route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?

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

Train Ottawa to Halifax from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Halifax on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	1:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 4h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	CheapestFastest
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	8:25am	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 9h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
Tour Express + VIA Rail	10:15am	University of Ottawa	1d 7h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
Autobus Maheux + VIA Rail	12:25pm	Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)	1d 5h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags
Tour Express + VIA Rail	10:15am	University of Ottawa	1d 7h	6:36pm	Halifax, NS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Halifax

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Halifax. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

595 milesDistance

87kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average Price$177 - $361	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$90 - $90	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,700 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Based on 4700 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at $177

VIA Rail Ottawa Halifax recent customer reviews

this was my first train ride and I would definitely do it again, I enjoyed every part of it

Garrett R.

December 7, 2024

Arrival was late by 2 hours...

Nestor L.

May 3, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA 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 Halifax?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Halifax start from $177. The average price for this train route is around $282. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Halifax?
The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Halifax is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 595 miles (960 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Ottawa to Halifax route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottawa to Halifax?
The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Halifax at 11:04am. And the latest train departs at 2:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

$247

12/13

No data

Today

$302

12/15

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12/16

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12/17

$258

12/18

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12/19

$272

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $247

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 Halifax, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $247 to $362 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Halifax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $258 which is on 2025-12-17.