What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Toronto?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Toronto is to bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Toronto?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Toronto is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Toronto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ottawa and arriving at Toronto - Union Station Bus Terminal station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Toronto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottawa and arriving at Toronto Union Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Toronto?

The distance between Ottawa and Toronto is 360 km. The road distance is 388.8 km.

How do I travel from Ottawa to Toronto without a car?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Toronto without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $100 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Toronto?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Ottawa to Toronto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Toronto bus from?

Ottawa to Toronto bus services, operated by Orléans Express, depart from Ottawa station.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Toronto train from?

Ottawa to Toronto train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.

Train, bus or fly from Ottawa to Toronto?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Toronto is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $170 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $320 and takes 4h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 5h.

Where does the Ottawa to Toronto bus arrive?

Ottawa to Toronto bus services, operated by Orléans Express, arrive at Toronto - Union Station Bus Terminal.

Where does the Ottawa to Toronto train arrive?

Ottawa to Toronto train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Toronto Union Station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Toronto?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Toronto is 389 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Ottawa to Toronto.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottawa to Toronto?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ottawa to Toronto?

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Where can I stay near Toronto?

There are 1952+ hotels available in Toronto.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ottawa to Toronto by plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Fly to Toronto Island Airport
best
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)plane YOW - YTZ
2h 14m
$174–554
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Toronto - Union Station Bus Terminalbus Ottawa - Toronto
5h
$45–80
Train
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Toronto Union Stationtrain VIA Rail
4h 24m
$100–320
Drive 388.8 km
1. Drive from Ottawa to Torontocar 388.8 km
5h 22m
$77–111
Fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)plane YOW - YYZ
2h 56m
$133–567

Ottawa to Toronto by train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 359.6 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Toronto, ON, Canada?

Porter Airlines and Air Canada fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) every 2 hours. Alternatively, VIA Rail operates a train from Ottawa to Toronto Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–320 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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