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Bus Ottawa to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$127
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 25m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure10:40am
Distance856 km
Latest bus departure6:00pm

Ottawa to Columbus Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottawa - Columbus

  1. How long is the trip from Ottawa to Columbus by bus?

    The trip from Ottawa to Columbus will take on average 18h 25m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Columbus in about 17h 25m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Ottawa to Columbus?

    It's about 851 km (528 miles) from Ottawa to Columbus.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ottawa to Columbus?

    Buses departing from Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) in Ottawa will take you to Columbus Bus Station in Columbus.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Ottawa to Columbus?

    The least expensive way to go from Ottawa to Columbus would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$92, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Ottawa to Columbus?

    You can expect to pay around US$127 for the bus ride from Ottawa to Columbus.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Ottawa to Columbus?

    Yes! If you're heading from Ottawa to Columbus, you'll find buses departing until 6:00pm and arriving the next day.

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

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$105 for a bus ticket from Ottawa to Columbus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103 which is on 2025-05-11.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ottawa to Columbus, get comfy and count the stars.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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