How much is the bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

The cheapest coach tickets from St. Catharines to Ottawa start from £2. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

The average bus journey time from St. Catharines to Ottawa is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 228 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the St. Catharines to Ottawa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus , Go Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

The earliest bus departs from St. Catharines to Ottawa at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

A bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from St. Catharines 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 12050 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Go Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Megabus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Catharines to Ottawa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Go Transit , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus St. Catharines to Ottawa from £34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	9h 45m	21:50	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	Cheapest
Bus	15:20	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 20m	23:40	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 39m	23:59	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	10h	22:05	Ottawa	No tags
Bus	15:20	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 55m	00:15	Ottawa	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 18 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	St. Catharines (Brock University)	11h 50m	05:20	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h	13:10	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 25m	13:35	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	9h 45m	21:50	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Bus	15:20	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 39m	23:59	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	St. Catharines (Brock University)	11h 50m	05:20	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Cheapest
	Bus	05:10	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h	13:10	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Fastest
	Bus	05:10	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	8h 25m	13:35	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	9h 45m	21:50	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	Cheapest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	13h 49m	22:50	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	Cheapest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	13h 49m	22:50	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags

Next departures from St. Catharines to Ottawa on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	Cheapest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	13h 49m	22:50	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 9m	23:10	CHEO	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	Bus	09:01	Brock University (GO bus connection- transfer at Hamilton GO Centre)	14h 7m	23:08	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from St. Catharines 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 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 45mAverage duration

235 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£2 - £125	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£101 - £102	Average duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£34 - £57	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in St. Catharines and Ottawa?

Stops in St. Catharines

A
St. Catharines
70 Carlisle St., St. Catharines Ontario Canada, L2R 4H6
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B
Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Carlisle Street (between King St and Church St),, L2R3J2 St Catharines, ON, Canada
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Stops in Ottawa

A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
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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
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D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada
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E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada
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F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,070 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have shared mixed experiences with the bus service. Many appreciated the quick and uninterrupted trip to Ottawa, highlighting it as an easy travel option. However, some users reported discrepancies in departure addresses between the app and actual location, which caused confusion about where they needed to be for their journey.

FlixBus St. Catharines Ottawa recent customer reviews

One part of the trip was cancelled and I was not able to change it or to be reimbursed. I had to find a way to reach Toronto by myself

Grace T.

12 January 2026

It was a quick uninterrupted trip to Ottawa. Dress warm. It's cold on the bus! But easiest for of travel to date.

Haley B.

30 May 2025

Not good. The departure address on the app was different from the place I was actually meant to be. I almost missed my bus

Paula M.

25 June 2024

Megabus

3.5/52,858 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.1

Based on 2858 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at £27

Megabus Canada St. Catharines Ottawa recent customer reviews

WIFI was not available on the bus, do not advertise free wifi when it is not available.

Elliot P.

12 October 2025

Go Transit

3/5117 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4.3

CA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa, CA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
The cheapest coach tickets from St. Catharines to Ottawa start from £2. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
The average bus journey time from St. Catharines to Ottawa is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 228 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Catharines to Ottawa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus, Go Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from St. Catharines to Ottawa at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
A bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from St. Catharines 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 12050 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Go Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Megabus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Go Transit, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

15/01

£46

16/01

£48

Today

£36

18/01

£43

19/01

£36

20/01

No data

21/01

No data

22/01

£34

The cheapest trip from St. Catharines to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £34

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

You can expect to pay from £34 to £59 for a bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2026-01-22.