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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | St-Laurent station, Platform E | St. Catharines | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | St-Laurent station, Platform E | St. Catharines | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to St. Catharines
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Catharines. The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 310 - R 1 637 | Average duration8h 55m | 10kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average priceR 2 232 - R 2 243 | Average duration7h 15m | 12kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and St. Catharines?
Stops in Ottawa
- A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada - B
CHEO
Ring 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
Stops in St. Catharines
- A
St. Catharines
70 Carlisle St., St. Catharines Ontario Canada, L2R 4H6 - 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to St. Catharines start at R 310. The average price for this route is around R 727. 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 St. Catharines?
The average bus journey time from Ottawa to St. Catharines is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 381 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to St. Catharines route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus, Rider Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to St. Catharines at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
A bus trip from Ottawa to St. Catharines produces an estimated 9.504125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rider Express, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 18329 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rider Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
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 Ottawa to St. Catharines?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rider Express, 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.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines was searched and found on 09 Jun 2026 with a price of R 432To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 432 to R 1 034 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 448, which is on 2026-06-14.
Usually Megabus, FlixBus 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 Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
