The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
19 h 50 m
Average duration
21 h
Buses per day
29
Distance
609 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON without transferring at least 2 times.
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Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €74, and a train costs an average of €380.
Distance: 378 miles (609 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€79 Average price Cheapest | €285 Average price | €380 Average price |
22h 8m Average total duration 21h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 37m Average total duration 31h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 32h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $151 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 26h25 | 11:00 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 26h10 | 10:45 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 25h50 | 10:25 AM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 22h45 | 10:45 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 22h25 | 10:25 AM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 23h00 | 11:00 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 21h40 | 11:00 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 21h25 | 10:45 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 21h05 | 10:25 AM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 24h25 | 6:35 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Philadelphia, Callowhill St (Community College of Philadelphia Child Dev Center), PA | 27h05 | 10:05 PM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Philadelphia, Callowhill St (Community College of Philadelphia Child Dev Center), PA | 23h35 | 6:35 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Philadelphia, Callowhill St (Community College of Philadelphia Child Dev Center), PA | 30h20 | 1:20 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 23h35 | 6:35 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 23h20 | 10:05 PM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 26h35 | 1:20 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 19h50 | 6:35 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 33h15 | 10:45 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 4 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 32h55 | 10:25 AM Ottawa, ON | 4 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 33h30 | 11:00 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 20h35 | 10:35 PM Ottawa, ON | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON run on average 14 times per day, taking around 21h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 378 miles (609 km) distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 378 miles (609 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ONYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON with Greyhound for as low as $91 (€74). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Ottawa, ON by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ottawa, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Parliament Hill, the political and cultural heart of Canada featuring Gothic Revival architecture and the iconic Peace Tower
- National Gallery of Canada, home to an extensive collection of Canadian and Indigenous art housed in a striking glass and granite building
- Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering scenic views and recreational activities like boating in summer and ice skating in winter
- Canadian Museum of History, showcasing the rich history and diverse cultures of Canada with interactive exhibits and a stunning riverside location
- ByWard Market, a historic and vibrant district known for its local produce, artisan shops, and lively dining scene.
- Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum, explore a fascinating underground bunker and learn about Canada's Cold War history
- Gatineau Park, enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and picnicking in a beautiful natural setting
- Ottawa River, take a scenic cruise or try white-water rafting for an adventurous experience
- Canadian Tulip Festival, visit in spring to see vibrant tulip displays and enjoy cultural events
- Ottawa Little Theatre, catch a live performance at one of Canada's oldest community theatres.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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