Bus from Toronto to Ottawa, CA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Toronto to Ottawa on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Red Arrow by Orléans ExpressBus
Toronto - Union Station Bus Terminal
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)Cheapest
ONEXBUSBus
Scarborough - 55 Town Centre Court
Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)Fastest
Ontario NorthlandBus
GO Transit - 1 Yorkdale Rd
CHEONo tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland
Bus
Toronto Pearson Airport YYZ Terminal 1
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)No tags
Rider ExpressBus
    Union Station Bus Terminal
    St-LaurentNo tags

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    Compare 4 ways to go from Toronto to Ottawa

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    23carpool per day
    4h 30mAverage Duration
    353 kmDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$4 - $205Average Duration5h 40m
    8kg CO₂e
    Average Price$68 - $529Average Duration5h 56m
    31kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$38 - $87Average Duration5h 10m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average Price$14 - $104Average Duration4h 30m
    15kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Toronto 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.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Toronto to Ottawa?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Toronto to Ottawa start from $4. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Toronto to Ottawa?

      The average bus travel time from Toronto to Ottawa is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 325 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Toronto to Ottawa route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 193 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ontario Northland, Rider Express, Megabus, ONEX BUS, Orléans Express, Red Arrow, OurBus, Go Transit, Book A Ride.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Toronto to Ottawa?

      The earliest bus departs from Toronto to Ottawa at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Toronto to Ottawa?

      A bus trip from Toronto to Ottawa generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Toronto to Ottawa?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Orléans Express, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13490 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Toronto to Ottawa?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Go Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.2.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Toronto to Ottawa?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Orléans Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Toronto to Ottawa?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Orléans Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-28
    $40
    11-29
    $49
    Today
    $28
    12-01
    $27
    12-02
    $27
    12-03
    $27
    12-04
    $27
    12-05
    $27
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Toronto to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $27

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

    You can expect to pay from $27 to $201 for a bus ticket from Toronto to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-01.

    Usually Ontario Northland 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.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Toronto to Ottawa, CA?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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