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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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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | 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 |
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Get from Ottawa to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, 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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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US 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 Ottawa to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Washington start from $83. The average price for this route is around $121. 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 Ottawa to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Ottawa to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 450 miles (725 km). The quickest bus can get 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 50 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 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Washington?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Washington generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $94To 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 $94 to $275 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 $94 which is on 2026-02-19.
