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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bayshore Mall-Ottawa | Dupont Circle | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:19 PM EST.
Get from Ottawa to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 504, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Washington?
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing 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 Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Based on 11950 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 504
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Washington start at R 1 504. The average price for this route is around R 2 263. 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 Washington?
The average bus journey time from Ottawa to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 726 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 62 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Washington at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Washington?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Washington produces an estimated 18 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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 501To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 501 to R 2 482 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 501, which is on 2026-01-12.
