The cheapest and fastest trains from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 8 trains that leave Ottawa, ON for Kingston, ON on Sun, Apr 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Kingston8:29 AM2h03Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON10:32 AMKingston station, Kingston, ON$551One-way0 transfers
VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Kingston11:43 AM2h11Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON1:54 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$651One-way0 transfers
VIA43 Service from Ottawa to Kingston9:35 AM1h56Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON11:31 AMKingston station, Kingston, ON$701One-way0 transfers
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Kingston10:24 AM2h02Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON12:26 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$751One-way0 transfers
VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Kingston2:29 PM2h05Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON4:34 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$751One-way0 transfers
VIA43 Service from Ottawa to Kingston9:35 AM1h56Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON11:31 AMKingston station, Kingston, ON$701One-way0 transfers
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Kingston10:24 AM2h02Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON12:26 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$751One-way0 transfers
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Kingston8:29 AM2h03Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON10:32 AMKingston station, Kingston, ON$551One-way0 transfers
VIA647 Service from Ottawa to Kingston4:51 PM2h04Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON6:55 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$881One-way0 transfers
VIA645 Service from Ottawa to Kingston2:29 PM2h05Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON4:34 PMKingston station, Kingston, ON$751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON train times
The table below shows live departures for Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON trains for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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VIA41 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 9:21 AM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h04 | 11:25 AM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA643 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 12:29 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h03 | 2:32 PM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA45 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 2:24 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h02 | 4:26 PM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA53 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 3:43 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h11 | 5:54 PM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA47 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 4:23 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h22 | 6:45 PM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA59 Service from Ottawa to Kingston | 10:03 PM Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON | 2h07 | 12:10 AM Kingston station, Kingston, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON
Trains from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Train companies: Seajets from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON trainsSeajets trains will get you between Ottawa, ON and Kingston, ON from $17 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kingston, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Ottawa, ON to Kingston, ON
- Mo-Fr 05:30-20:45,21:45-23:30; Sa 06:30-09:15, 09:45-20:45, 21:15-23:30; Su 08:15-13:00, 13:30-20:45,21:15-23:30; 22:30-23:30 "ticket office closed"
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