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Trip Overview

The train between Buffalo and Ottawa takes 19h 49m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Buffalo to Ottawa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

19h 49m
Duration
618 km
Distance
$272
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Buffalo to Ottawa train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Buffalo and Ottawa. The service departs Buffalo at 3:32 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Ottawa at 11:21:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 19h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo to Ottawa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 617.8 km
  • Duration: 19h 49m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Ottawa, ON, Canada?

You can take a train from Buffalo to Ottawa via Toronto Union Station in around 10h.

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