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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rochester | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Rochester | Bayshore Mall-Ottawa | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Rochester | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Rochester | Ottawa | No tags |
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Get from Rochester to Ottawa
The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Ottawa?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Ottawa, 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 Rochester to Ottawa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Ottawa start from $105. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Rochester to Ottawa?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Ottawa is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Ottawa route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Ottawa at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Ottawa?
A bus trip from Rochester to Ottawa generates an estimated 7 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 Rochester to Ottawa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Ottawa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rochester to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rochester, NY, US to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $109 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2026-01-11.
