How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Cobourg?

The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Cobourg start from R 698. The average price for this train route is around R 1 456. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Cobourg?

The average train journey time from Ottawa to Cobourg is 3h 28m, covering a distance of 257 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Cobourg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 13 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Cobourg?

The earliest train from Ottawa to Cobourg departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Train Ottawa to Cobourg from R 588 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Ottawa to Cobourg on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:44	Fallowfield, ON	4h 14m	14:58	Cobourg, ON	Cheapest
Train	12:05	Fallowfield, ON	3h 7m	15:12	Cobourg, ON	Fastest
Train	10:44	Fallowfield, ON	4h 14m	14:58	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	10:44	Fallowfield, ON	4h 14m	14:58	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	10:44	Fallowfield, ON	4h 14m	14:58	Cobourg, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Cobourg on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	2h 58m	07:31	Cobourg, ON	Cheapest
Train	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	2h 58m	07:31	Cobourg, ON	Fastest
Train	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	2h 58m	07:31	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	2h 58m	07:31	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	04:33	Fallowfield, ON	2h 58m	07:31	Cobourg, ON	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to Cobourg on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 4m	08:44	Cobourg, ON	Cheapest
Train	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 4m	08:44	Cobourg, ON	Fastest
Train	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 4m	08:44	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 4m	08:44	Cobourg, ON	No tags
Train	05:40	Fallowfield, ON	3h 4m	08:44	Cobourg, ON	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:53 PM EST.

Compare 4 ways to travel from Ottawa to Cobourg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cobourg. The journey takes about 3 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 698, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

3h 28mAverage duration

257 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 441 - R 1 122	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 698 - R 3 957	Average duration3h 28m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 755 - R 769	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 439 - R 439	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 784 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 4784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 698

VIA Rail Ottawa Cobourg recent customer reviews

Enjoyable ride with friendly staffs

Mahmud T.

2 October 2023

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Cobourg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Ottawa to Cobourg?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottawa to Cobourg start from R 698. The average price for this train route is around R 1 456. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottawa to Cobourg?
The average train journey time from Ottawa to Cobourg is 3h 28m, covering a distance of 257 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Ottawa to Cobourg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottawa to Cobourg?
The earliest train from Ottawa to Cobourg departs at 04:13. And the latest train departs at 18:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

R 1 189

25/01

R 1 539

Today

R 1 001

27/01

R 590

28/01

R 918

29/01

R 590

30/01

R 763

31/01

R 844

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Cobourg was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 590

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottawa, CA to Cobourg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 590 to R 4 286 for a train ticket from Ottawa, CA to Cobourg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 590, which is on 2026-01-27.