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Today19 Mar
from US$30
Tomorrow20 Mar
from US$7
Thu21 Mar
from US$7
Fri22 Mar
from US$7
Sat23 Mar
from US$7
Sun24 Mar
from US$7
Mon25 Mar
from US$11
Tue26 Mar
from US$7

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: Book A RideBook A Ride
18:05
4h30m
22:35
Toronto - Scarborough Town Centre, McCowan/Progress Av. (Stop near Cineplex SE Corner)
Cheapest
Ottawa - Rideau Center Chapters - Parking Lot on 26 George St.
Cheapest
Operated by: Book A RideBook A Ride
17:30
4h45m
22:15
Toronto - Queens Quay - Infront of Waterpark Pl (SE Corner)
2nd Cheapest
Ottawa - Ottawa (Bayshore)
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Book A RideBook A Ride
18:05
4h10m
22:15
Toronto - Scarborough Town Centre, McCowan/Progress Av. (Stop near Cineplex SE Corner)
Fastest
Ottawa - Ottawa (Bayshore)
Fastest
Operated by: Red Arrow ONRed Arrow ON
18:45
4h40m
23:25
Toronto - Scarborough - 55 Town Centre Court
Ottawa - VIA Rail Station
Operated by: Rider ExpressRider Express
15:45
5h50m
21:35
Toronto - Bus terminal Union Station, 81 Bay Street
Ottawa - St-Laurent
Bus Toronto to Ottawa: Trip Overview

Bus Toronto to Ottawa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$37
Average bus trip duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses72
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance208 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Toronto to Ottawa buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses72
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures00:15 - 23:55
Minimum PriceUS$7
Average Ticket PriceUS$37
Minimum Trip Duration3h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h5m
Distance208 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Rider Express, Book A Ride, Megabus, Red Arrow
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Toronto - Ottawa

The average bus ticket price from Toronto to Ottawa is US$37. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Toronto to Ottawa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Toronto and Ottawa is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 218 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Toronto to Ottawa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 72 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Toronto to Ottawa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Toronto to Ottawa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Rider Express, Book A Ride.

Buses travelling between Toronto and Ottawa leave from Pearson Toronto Airport or Union Station Bus Terminal and arrive at VIA Rail Station, St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd, CHEO.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/03
US$7
18/03
US$7
Today
US$7
20/03
US$7
21/03
US$7
22/03
US$7
23/03
US$7
24/03
US$7
The cheapest trip from Toronto to Ottawa was searched and found on 17 Mar 2024 with a price of US$7

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 as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$97 for a bus ticket from Toronto to Ottawa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$7, which is on 2024-03-20.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Toronto to Ottawa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Toronto to Ottawa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Toronto to Ottawa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time5h 5mAvg priceUS$37Daily departures72
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time4h 28mAvg priceUS$59Daily departures44
Vehicle typeCarpoolTravel time4h 30mAvg priceUS$45Daily departures17

The best way to travel between Toronto and Ottawa is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$37 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Ottawa, choose the bus, as it will take you from Toronto to Ottawa in about 4h 28m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Toronto by bus?

Bus from Ottawa to Toronto

You can also go to Ottawa by train

Train from Toronto to Ottawa

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