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

The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to St. Catharines start at R 369. The average price for this route is around R 1 079. 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 9h 30m, covering a distance of 367 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Megabus .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Rider Express , Megabus .

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 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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 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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 17724 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.

Bus Ottawa to St. Catharines from R 425 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Terry Fox / Centrum	8h 25m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	Cheapest
Bus	16:05	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	7h 20m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	7h 55m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags
Bus	16:30	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	12h 35m	05:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags
Bus	06:00	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	8h 45m	14:45	St. Catharines (Brock University)	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	12h 35m	05:05	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	Cheapest
Bus	16:05	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	7h 20m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	9h 30m	17:30	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags
Bus	12:00	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	8h 25m	20:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags
Bus	15:30	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	7h 55m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to St. Catharines

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Catharines. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 369, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

367 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 369 - R 1 919	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 180 - R 1 180	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg 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
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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
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
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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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Customers found the bus service enjoyable overall, although some buses lacked wifi and working plugs. While not all customers found it comfortable, they appreciated the good timing of the service.

FlixBus Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

The seats were too small, without enough space between them (in the rows). The bus was old looking and not very clean. The waiting times between stops sometimes were very long. I don't see why there needs to be assigned seating, since it's inconvenient to ask people to move during the trip. However the bus did drive at a reasonable pace and the driver was nice.

Jess C.

12 October 2025

It was enjoyable. my first bus didn’t have wifi though and the plugs didn’t eork

Makayla D.

2 July 2023

Bus was on time and comfortable

Ryan H.

3 August 2025

Rider Express

4/517 823 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 17823 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Rider Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 837

Rider Express Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

Overall, it was fine but the bus driver left me off on St. Paul St. in St. Catharines (instead of dropping me off right at the terminal) and I had to find the terminal which was not obvious. It wasn't far but it also wasn't clear with many people and city buses, etc. He pointed in the general direction of the terminal when he left me on St. Paul St. I had never been to that part of the city before and had a bit to trouble getting to where I needed to be to be picked up. I wandered around a bit until my family spotted me.

Cae K.

2 September 2022

Megabus

3.5/52 704 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.1

Based on 2704 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 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 R 369

Megabus Canada Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

Comfy seats and didn't have to share was good. Everything else wasn't. Chargers didn't work. Bus was late at every stop. Had to switch buses mid trip because of technical issues. Bathroom very small. Why have TVs if not used

Andrew M.

2 November 2025

the Kingston to toronto trip was delayed

Nadia A.

2 August 2025

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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 369. The average price for this route is around R 1 079. 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 9h 30m, covering a distance of 367 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to St. Catharines route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, Megabus.
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 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
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 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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 17724 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.

Best price found

13/12

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14/12

R 563

Today

R 566

16/12

R 740

17/12

R 775

18/12

R 1 056

19/12

R 926

20/12

R 1 033

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 563

To 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 563 to R 1 524 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 740, which is on 2025-12-16.