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How much are train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor?

Lowest Price	$77.23
Fastest Train	9h 56m
Trains Per Day	2
Train Lines	1

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train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for Ottawa to Windsor

5.0

Based on 3 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with VIA Rail report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.7

Staff

5.0

Value

3.3

Condition

4.7

Janet

5.0

September 7, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Besides seeing family, I loved the train. Staff was extremely helpful especially in since I'm from the states and had never traveled in Canada before.

Cons

Wifi kept going in and out making streaming very difficult.

Mustafa

5.0

May 28, 2019Visiting family

Pros

I enjoy the seen

Cons

Nothing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel by train from Ottawa to Windsor right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most train companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. To review the latest news and updates on which companies have reduced routes, visit our COVID-19 Travel Alert.

In order to keep their vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, train companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

How do you find cheap train tickets from Ottawa to Windsor?

The most surefire way to find the lowest-priced train tickets is to plan ahead and book your train travel early. In the past 30 days, $77.23 was the cheapest average price users have found for trains from Ottawa to Windsor. By booking your trip 24 days before you plan to travel, you could save an average of $159.54 compared to a same-day fare.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Windsor?

The distance between Ottawa and Windsor is approximately 424 miles, or 682 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 56 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

When are trains the most crowded?

Trains from Ottawa to Windsor are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

When are the first and last trains of the day?

The earliest train departs Ottawa at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

How many trains per day run from Ottawa to Windsor?

Trains leave the station in Ottawa twice a day, so thre are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Windsor to Ottawa.