How can I travel from Ottawa to North Bay without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to North Bay without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to North Bay from Ottawa by bus?

The travel time from Ottawa to North Bay is about 6h 9m, but you can get there in as little as 5h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 192 miles (309 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Ottawa to North Bay?

About 192 miles (309 km) separate Ottawa and North Bay.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to North Bay?

The majority of buses traveling from Ottawa to North Bay start their journey at Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) and wind up at North Bay Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Ottawa to North Bay?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $70.

How much are the bus tickets from Ottawa to North Bay?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Ottawa to North Bay is $71. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $70 and $248, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Ottawa, CA to North Bay Bus Tickets

TodayMay 24

from $77

TomorrowMay 25

from $71

MonMay 26

from $71

TueMay 27

from $71

WedMay 28

from $64

ThuMay 29

FriMay 30

SatMay 31

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 25 at 10:25am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: CHEO
Arrival time: May 25 at 3:25pm
Destination city: North Bay
Destination location: North Bay Bus Station
Operated by: Ontario Northland
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 25 at 10:25am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: CHEO
Arrival time: May 25 at 3:25pm
Destination city: North Bay
Destination location: North Bay Bus Station
Operated by: Ontario Northland
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: May 25 at 5:55pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Ottawa (Centre-Ville / Downtown)
Arrival time: May 26 at 1:25pm
Destination city: North Bay
Destination location: North Bay Bus Station
Operated by: Autobus Maheux
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 30m
Departure time: May 25 at 10:25am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: CHEO
Arrival time: May 25 at 3:25pm
Destination city: North Bay
Destination location: North Bay Bus Station
Operated by: Ontario Northland
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: May 25 at 5:45pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
Arrival time: May 26 at 1:25pm
Destination city: North Bay
Destination location: North Bay Bus Station
Operated by: Autobus Maheux
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 40m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $248	Average Duration6h 9m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$79 - $87	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $57	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Ottawa to North Bay

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach North Bay. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

$37Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ottawa to North Bay: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71

Average bus trip duration6h 9m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure10:15am

Distance196 miles (316 km)

Latest bus departure5:55pm

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Ontario Northland

4/57,196 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its friendly and helpful drivers, who ensure a comfortable journey. Many appreciate the clean buses and smooth booking process. However, some travelers noted challenges with signage at stations and lack of instructions regarding baggage check-in procedures, which could lead to confusion during their trip.

Ontario Northland Ottawa North Bay recent customer reviews

The driver was very friendly. The seats were comfortable. It was an enjoyable ride

Juanita H.

May 16, 2025

Being able to secure the back 3 seats before anyone else is a pretty good feeling all alone (usually) and right next to the bath room what I didn't like however was how I was not able to control my light and the bathrooms were quiet a mess either then those two things 10/10

Samuel F.

October 11, 2024

good bus, though absolutely NO indstructions from ontario northland about how to and where to check my bags at the via rail station like why don’t y’all work together i nearly sobbed in the bathroom cause i was so confused

Emily R.

June 18, 2024

Maheux

4.5/55,876 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi2.8

CA bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Ontario Northland, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Ebus

Ottawa to North Bay Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to North Bay from Ottawa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and North Bay?

Stops in Ottawa

A - Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)

B - CHEO

C - St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd

D - Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building

E - Queen & Metcalfe

F - University of Ottawa

Stops in North Bay

A - North Bay Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ottawa, CA - North Bay

How can I travel from Ottawa to North Bay without a car?
How long does it take to get to North Bay from Ottawa by bus?
What is the travel distance from Ottawa to North Bay?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to North Bay?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Ottawa to North Bay?
How much are the bus tickets from Ottawa to North Bay?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/22

$75

05/23

$197

Today

$72

05/25

$65

05/26

$66

05/27

$66

05/28

$59

05/29

$58

The cheapest trip from Ottawa to North Bay was searched and found on May 29, 2025 with a price of $58

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa to North Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $58 to $199 for a bus ticket from Ottawa to North Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-05-29.

Usually AUTOBUS MAHEUX 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Ottawa to North Bay but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Ottawa to North Bay, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Ottawa to North Bay.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ottawa to North Bay, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Tickets from Ottawa, CA to North Bay

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Bus Ottawa to North Bay: Trip Overview

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Ottawa to North Bay Bus

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and North Bay?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ottawa, CA - North Bay

How can I travel from Ottawa to North Bay without a car?

How long does it take to get to North Bay from Ottawa by bus?

What is the travel distance from Ottawa to North Bay?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to North Bay?

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Ottawa to North Bay?

How much are the bus tickets from Ottawa to North Bay?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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