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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | McMaster University | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | McMaster University | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | McMaster University | No tags | ||||
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx | Bus | Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus | McMaster University (GO bus connection) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | McMaster University | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Hamilton, CA 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 Hamilton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Hamilton start from $44. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 Hamilton?
The average bus travel time from Ottawa to Hamilton is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 413 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Hamilton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ottawa to Hamilton?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Hamilton at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Hamilton?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Hamilton generates an estimated 10.320699999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ottawa to Hamilton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rider Express, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 18325 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to Hamilton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rider Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ottawa to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rider Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ottawa to Hamilton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rider Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Hamilton, CA was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Hamilton, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $118 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Hamilton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-06-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Ottawa, CA to Hamilton, CA?
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