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Busbud helps you find a bus from Montreal to Ottawa. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Montreal to Ottawa.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Montreal to Ottawa, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Montreal to Ottawa buses are provided by Tour Express, Orléans Express, VIA Rail Canada and Maheux.
For a bus leaving from Montreal, the trip starts at Gare d'autocars, Aéroport YUL, Terminus Mansfield, Radisson, René-Lévesque & Jeanne-Mance, Crémazie, Gare Centrale, Jean-Talon, Place Bonaventure or René-Lévesque & Robert-Bourassa.
In Ottawa, your bus travel ends at Rideau Centre / Mackenzie King Bridge, University of Ottawa, Albert & Bank, Albert & Metcalfe, Bayshore, CHEO, Laurier Ave & Elgin St, Nepean - Fallowfield or Queen & Bank.
| Daily Buses | 15 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 6:30AM - 8:35PM |
| Minimum Price | $31 |
| Average Ticket Price | $61 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 2h5m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 2h20m |
| Bus companies on this route | Tour Express, Orléans Express, VIA Rail Canada, Maheux |
The average bus ticket price from Montreal to Ottawa is $61. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Montreal to Ottawa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Montreal and Ottawa is around 2h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 166 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Montreal to Ottawa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Montreal to Ottawa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Montreal to Ottawa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tour Express, Tour Express, Orléans Express.
Buses travelling between Montreal and Ottawa leave from Gare d'autocars or Aéroport YUL and arrive at Rideau Centre / Mackenzie King Bridge, University of Ottawa, Albert & Bank.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past departures.
The average bus ticket from Montreal to Ottawa costs around CA$40 for departures 7 days prior.
Over the last 90 days, ticket prices from Montreal to Ottawa vary, and during peak season, ticket prices are around CA$54 while at other times, you can expect to pay around CA$30.
Usually Orléans Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Montreal to Ottawa, as early as possible. The best time to find and book cheap bus tickets is to book at least 7 days in advance.
If we look at the other days, booking between 30 days and 60 days before the departure will allow you to save CA$24.
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Montreal and Ottawa!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Montreal to Ottawa.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Montreal to Ottawa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Montreal to Ottawa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
| Operator | Date | Destination | Duration | Price | Check schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Fri, Jun 3 7:05 am | Ottawa Rideau Centre / Mackenzie King Bridge | 2h50m | $31 (Today) | Search |
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