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Trip Overview

The average train between Ottawa and Detroit takes 11h 43m and the fastest train takes 9h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Ottawa to Detroit. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 43m
Duration
499 mi
Distance
$107
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Ottawa to Toronto Union Stationtrain train VIA Rail
  2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Windsortrain train VIA Rail
9h 42m
$78–201

Ottawa to Detroit train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Ottawa and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ottawa is at 6:03 PM which arrives into Detroit at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 498.7 mi
  • Duration: 11h 43m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Ottawa to Windsor via Toronto Union Station in around 9h 42m.

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