Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ottawa | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ottawa | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan |
Get from Ottawa to Chicago
The journey takes about 23 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 119,941, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Chicago?
Stops in Ottawa
- A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada - B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada - C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 12940 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 127,227
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Chicago start from ARS 119,941. The average price for this route is around ARS 156,509. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Ottawa to Chicago is 23h 30m, covering a distance of 1037 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ottawa to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Chicago at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Chicago?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Chicago generates an estimated 25.917125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 5, 2026 with a price of ARS 139,913To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 139,913 to ARS 156,646 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 139,913 which is on 2026-07-05.
