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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Port Hope to Oshawa. Traveling by train from Port Hope to Oshawa usually takes around 27 minutes, but the fastest VIA Rail train can make the trip in 25 minutes.
Distance | 29 mi (46 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 25m |
Lowest price | US$14.52 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Port Hope to Oshawa?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Port Hope to Oshawa was US$14.52. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Oshawa if you book your train tickets at least 3 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra US$0.75.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Port Hope to Oshawa?
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Port Hope to Oshawa. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
VIA Rail | 2 | 0h 27m | US$15.58 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 2 daily trips between Port Hope 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Port Hope to Oshawa tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Port Hope at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Port Hope twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Oshawa with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Oshawa to Port Hope.
City Information
Oshawa
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Link to image attributionImage credit: Vlad Litvinov
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Port Hope?
Main departure station: Prt Hope
There is one train station in Port Hope.
All train stations in Port Hope:
Prt Hope
Where is the train station in Oshawa?
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Main arrival station: Oshawa
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.
Train stations in Oshawa:
Oshawa
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