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Pros: It was a good day to travel for work, for the winter. Cons: Only improve is time.
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You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Brockville and Oshawa. The average train journey from Brockville to Oshawa takes 2 hours and 42 minutes, but some VIA Rail train trips are as short as 2 hours and 34 minutes.
Distance | 165 mi (265 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 34m |
Lowest price | US$32.57 |
Trains per day | 7 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
Overall score for trains from Brockville to Oshawa
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4.0
Pros: It was a good day to travel for work, for the winter. Cons: Only improve is time.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Brockville to Oshawa was US$43.58. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Oshawa if you book your train tickets at least 21 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra US$50.44.
Ticket prices for the train from Brockville to Oshawa often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in November when the average ticket price is only US$58,
If you're thinking of traveling from Brockville to Oshawa during October, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$83 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in October, is to book your trip well in advance.
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Brockville to Oshawa. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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VIA Rail | 7 | 2h 42m | US$77.42 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 7 daily trips between Brockville and Oshawa. In addition to being completely green-certified, VIA Rail’s new, state-of-the-art trains feature amenities such as free reliable Wi-Fi, wide aisles, ergonomic seats, and wheelchair lifts in every accessible car. VIA Rail is known for its unparalleled customer service and snazzy black and yellow paint scheme.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Brockville to Oshawa on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Brockville at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Brockville to Oshawa.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Oshawa to Brockville.
With a population of only 21,000, Brockville is a small city that punches well above its weight in entertainment and adventure. It's a place where history is palpable everywhere, especially in the restored Brockville Railway Tunnel, the first of its kind in Canada, which leads walkers from the waterfront to the city's hub. Late Victorian and Edwardian era architecture is captured at the stately Fulford Place Museum and the world-famous castles that make up the Thousand Islands archipelago. With the St. Lawrence river on Brockville's doorstep, visitors can enjoy historic cruises through the region or get their feet wet with fishing, kayaking, and scuba diving.
Whether you're after comfort food or a healthy meal, Brockville's waterfront restaurant scene has got you covered. The city is also home to a handful of microbreweries and cideries that allow visitors to experience local culture in the form of a refreshing alcoholic beverage.
Situated upstream from Lake Ontario, Brockville is very well connected and easy to reach. It forms part of the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor and is served by VIA Rail connections to Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.
Image credit: Rick Harris
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Link to image attributionOshawa is a vibrant city packed with history and heritage. A diverse pool of sites spotlight regional and national history, including the renowned Canadian Automotive Museum, Robert McLaughlin Gallery, and Parkwood National Historic Site—a lavish estate formerly owned by the founder of GM Canada. Situated along Lake Ontario, Oshawa also abounds with beautiful green spaces that make for peaceful waterside walks and bike rides. Trips to Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens and the local zoo are great ways to get up close and personal with nature.
The city has a thriving art scene that visitors can experience first-hand by attending a concert at the multi-purpose Tribute Community Centre, listening to the award-winning Ontario Philharmonic orchestra, or catching a live theatre performance at the historic Regent Theatre.
Local train services into Toronto and rail travel throughout Canada are available from the central Oshawa Station. Oshawa does have a small airport, but Toronto Pearson International Airport better serves travelers seeking long-distance transport.
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Link to image attributionBrockville, also known as the City of the 1000 Islands, is one of the oldest railway hubs in Canada. In 2009, VIA Rail built a new terminal to replace the historic 1872 Brockville station. The new station is located on Perth Street near downtown Brockville. Since the sweeping renovation, the station has been running trains from Toronto to Ottawa and Montreal. At the wheelchair-accessible station, you will find an indoor waiting area, restrooms, and telephones. Outside, there is an ample amount of parking space available. The station opens 30 minutes before the first train arrives for the day and closes 30 minutes after the last train departs. However, working hours may change due to unforeseen circumstances like local events, holidays, and extreme weather.
Brockville VIA Station
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First opened in 1856, the Oshawa VIA Rail Station is the center of intermodal transportation in Oshawa, offering passengers both rail and intercity bus services. The station was completely modernized in 2017 and now includes larger restrooms, accessible entrances, and vending machines. Rail service is fulfilled by VIA Rail, with destinations like Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. The station's location southwest of downtown Oshawa is close to the Oshawa Centre shopping mall and Lakefront Park West.
Oshawa
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