Is there a way to reach Oshawa from Ottawa without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Oshawa?

The travel time from Ottawa to Oshawa is about 4h 50m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 4h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 188 miles (303 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Ottawa and Oshawa?

The distance between the two cities is 188 miles (303 km).

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

If you're headed to Oshawa from Ottawa, chances are that your bus will depart from Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) and arrive at William F. Schloen Bus Stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Oshawa?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Ottawa to Oshawa by choosing to travel by bus. $21 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Oshawa from Ottawa.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ottawa to Oshawa?

The average bus ticket price from Ottawa to Oshawa is $32. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $21 and $143, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Ottawa, CA to Oshawa Bus Tickets

TodayMay 1

from $31

TomorrowMay 2

SatMay 3

from $23

SunMay 4

from $28

MonMay 5

from $20

TueMay 6

WedMay 7

from $20

ThuMay 8

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 3 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Arrival time: May 3 at 10:05pm
Destination city: Oshawa
Destination location: Whitby - Oshawa
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 3 at 2:55pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Terry Fox / Centrum
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Oshawa
Destination location: Whitby - Oshawa
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 5m
Departure time: May 3 at 8:00am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:40pm
Destination city: Oshawa
Destination location: Whitby - Oshawa
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 40m
Departure time: May 3 at 11:00am
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Arrival time: May 3 at 4:15pm
Destination city: Oshawa
Destination location: Whitby - Oshawa
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m
Departure time: May 3 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Ottawa
Departure location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Arrival time: May 3 at 4:20pm
Destination city: Oshawa
Destination location: Whitby - Oshawa
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m

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Compare 4 ways to go from Ottawa to Oshawa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $143	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$44 - $224	Average Duration3h 58m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Shuttle	Average Price$26 - $44	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $63	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Ottawa to Oshawa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Oshawa. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

$26Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ottawa to Oshawa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$32

Average bus trip duration4h 50m

Number of daily buses24

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance195 miles (313 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,449 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Customers have shared positive experiences with the seating, driver behavior, and timely departures. The service between Ottawa and Toronto is appreciated for its affordability. However, some users noted issues such as non-functional outlets and challenges in locating pick-up points due to outdated tracking links.

FlixBus Ottawa Oshawa recent customer reviews

Their service was excellent and fast however please have the tracking link updated as we had a hard time to find where the bus have reached.

Eapen M.

December 20, 2024

The bus driver was awesome! He is kind enough to wait few minutes to board me in as I was couple of minutes late

Razia S.

December 4, 2024

Poor Terrible experience. Bus broke down, driver is not trained and rude. The company has no regard for customer satisfaction where your corrupt company is not even offering refunds.

Muhammad Q.

August 19, 2024

Ontario Northland

4/57,157 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Ottawa to Oshawa Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Ottawa to Oshawa from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Ottawa to Oshawa, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Oshawa?

Stops in Ottawa

A - Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)

B - CHEO

C - Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building

D - St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd

E - Queen & Metcalfe

F - University of Ottawa

Stops in Oshawa

A - William F. Schloen Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ottawa - Oshawa

Is there a way to reach Oshawa from Ottawa without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Oshawa?
What is the distance between Ottawa and Oshawa?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to Oshawa?
What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Oshawa?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ottawa to Oshawa?

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

Best price found

04/29

$20

04/30

$54

Today

$31

05/02

No data

05/03

$23

05/04

$28

05/05

$20

05/06

$20

The cheapest trip from Ottawa to Oshawa was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $58 for a bus ticket from Ottawa to Oshawa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-05-05.

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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 Oshawa but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ottawa to Oshawa, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ottawa to Oshawa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ottawa to Oshawa, 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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Ottawa to Oshawa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 50m	Avg Price$32	Daily Departures24
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 58m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h	Avg Price$47	Daily Departures4

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Bus Ottawa to Oshawa: Trip Overview

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FlixBus Ottawa Oshawa recent customer reviews

Ottawa to Oshawa Bus

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Oshawa?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ottawa - Oshawa

Is there a way to reach Oshawa from Ottawa without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Oshawa?

What is the distance between Ottawa and Oshawa?

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

What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Oshawa?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ottawa to Oshawa?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Ottawa to Oshawa?

Will you be returning to Ottawa by bus?

You can also go to Oshawa by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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