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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | CHEO | Chalk River | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | CHEO | Chalk River | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus | Chalk River | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus | Chalk River | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Chalk River | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Chalk River
The journey takes about 3 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 7860 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Ontario Northland ticket prices on this trip start at R 40
Ontario Northland Ottawa Chalk River recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Chalk River by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Chalk River?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Chalk River start at R 40. The average price for this route is around R 765. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ottawa to Chalk River?
The average bus journey time from Ottawa to Chalk River is 3h 3m, covering a distance of 155 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Ontario Northland.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Chalk River route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Chalk River?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Chalk River at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 10:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Chalk River?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Chalk River produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Chalk River was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 622To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Chalk River as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 622 to R 870 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Chalk River based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 622, which is on 2026-01-27.
