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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Terry Fox / Centrum | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Ottawa
The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Ottawa?
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
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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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Ottawa, CA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Ottawa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Ottawa start from $56. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Ottawa?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Ottawa is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 428 miles (690 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Ottawa route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Ottawa at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Ottawa?
A bus trip from Detroit to Ottawa generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Ottawa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Ottawa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Detroit, MI to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $102 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-08.
