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You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Alexandria and Ottawa. The average train journey from Alexandria to Ottawa takes one hour and 23 minutes, but some VIA Rail train trips are as short as 44 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (84 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 44m |
| Lowest price | RON 76.39 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | VIA Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Alexandria to Ottawa
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Rapide et confortable Merci. Cons: Rien à redire pour l’instant. Tips: Via rail Canada vous êtes vraiment excellent.
5.0
I enjoy traveling on a train. The ride is smooth and relaxing. No stress dealing with traffic. The train was right on time, for pick up and drop off. So much easier than dealing with the hussel and bussel on the highway. 😁
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Ottawa was RON 76.56. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 18 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 99.01 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
VIA Rail is the one and only train line which connects Alexandria to Ottawa. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIA Rail | 7 | 1h 24m | RON 139.43 |
VIA Rail, also known as Via Rail Canada or simply VIA, provides service across the Canadian provinces and territories, including 7 daily trips between Alexandria and Ottawa. 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alexandria to Ottawa. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Ottawa. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ottawa to Alexandria.
If big cities such as Toronto or Montreal appear too crowded for your taste, consider Ottawa for a change. Boasting a small-town vibe with a vibrant art scene, the city will appeal to all kinds of travelers. Ottawa’s star attraction is the Rideau Canal, which meanders its way through the city center. In the summer months, the canal is full of boats and cyclists who wander about, and in the colder months of the year, it becomes the largest ice skating rink in the world. If you are a fan of architecture, don’t miss out on Parliament Hill, which features three amazing neo-Gothic structures. For those who seek to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, Gatineau Park, located just 15 minutes from Downtown, offers the reprieve you need.
Ottawa features a very diverse food scene that caters to everyone’s needs. If you just can’t get enough of French delicacies, head to Signatures Restaurant, which is housed in a Tudor Revival-style mansion. If you want to try out Canadian signatures, try Atelier instead.
The main intercity train station in town is Ottawa Station, which is served by VIA Rail. The city’s air services are handled by the Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport, which is located 5.5 miles south of the city’s downtown.
There is one train station in Alexandria.
Alexandria VIA Station
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Link to image attributionThe Ottawa Station is the central station for intermodal transportation services in Ottawa. Constructed in 1966, the current station is an eclectic mix of modernism and Beaux-Arts, offering a unique design that makes it stand out from the crowd. The current station provides intercity bus services and rail services all from one convenient hub. The rail services are provided by VIA Rail, with possible destinations including Toronto and Montreal. In addition, Ontario Northland offers bus service, and there is also a shuttle bus line from the station to Montréal–Trudeau International Airport. On-station amenities include a parking lot with 330 spaces, bicycle parking racks, and disabled access.
Ottawa Train Station
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