How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Windsor?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor start from $97. The average price for this train route is around $139. 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 Windsor?

The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Windsor is 11h 21m, covering a distance of 416 miles (671 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators service the Ottawa to Windsor route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Windsor at 4:13am. And the latest train departs at 12:44pm.

Train Ottawa to Windsor from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:23pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 21m	11:44pm	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	9:50pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + VIA Rail	12:45pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 59m	11:44pm	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	9:50pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
	4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
	4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
	4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:00am	St-Laurent station, Platform E	14h 44m	11:44pm	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	9:50pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	10h 24m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Megabus Canada + VIA Rail	9:00am	St-Laurent station, Platform E	15h 24m	12:24am	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	10h 25m	10:30pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 4m	4:25pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
Red Arrow by Orléans Express + VIA Rail	12:45pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 39m	12:24am	Windsor, ON	No tags
	5:21am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 4m	4:25pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:23pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	12h 1m	12:24am	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	10h 25m	10:30pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
8:29am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	14h 1m	10:30pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
8:29am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	14h 1m	10:30pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
8:29am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	14h 1m	10:30pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:43am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	12h 1m	11:44pm	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	9:50pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Windsor on March 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:43am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	12h 1m	11:44pm	Windsor, ON	Cheapest
12:05pm	Fallowfield, ON	9h 45m	9:50pm	Windsor, ON	Fastest
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags
4:13am	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	11h 32m	3:45pm	Windsor, ON	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Ottawa to Windsor

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Windsor. The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

14h 20mAverage Duration

425 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $172	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$97 - $355	Average Duration11h 21m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ottawa, CA and Windsor, ON, CA?

Ottawa, CA

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Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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Windsor, ON, CA

A
VIA Rail Station
298 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N8Y 2M9, Canada

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54,818 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Based on 4818 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 $97

VIA Rail Ottawa Windsor recent customer reviews

It was my first and last time using Via Rail

Abir K.

December 3, 2024

It is well

Neema K.

June 29, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, 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 Windsor?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor start from $97. The average price for this train route is around $139. 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 Windsor?
The average train ride duration from Ottawa to Windsor is 11h 21m, covering a distance of 416 miles (671 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators service the Ottawa to Windsor route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Ottawa to Windsor?
The earliest train departs from Ottawa to Windsor at 4:13am. And the latest train departs at 12:44pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/15

$229

03/16

$165

Today

$141

03/18

$148

03/19

$165

03/20

$161

03/21

$143

03/22

$161

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, CA was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $141

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 Windsor, ON, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $141 to $425 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Windsor, ON, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2026-03-21.