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National Gallery of Canada
Canada’s flagship art museum, known for its large Canadian and Indigenous collections, major international works, and the iconic glass-and-granite building.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Toronto, ON 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 Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 38 buses that leave Toronto, ON for Ottawa, ON on Wed, Jun 17, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 351 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 218 miles (351 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $325 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON:
A bus is $44 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $84 (€68).
A bus is $284 (€230) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $325 (€263).
Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 51m.
Bus takes on average 5h 8m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€18). The journey takes 5h 8m versus 4h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Orléans Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h50 | 5:25 AM Ottawa, Hudson's Bay (Bayshore Shopping Centre), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h30 | 6:05 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h15 | 5:50 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 6h30 | 7:50 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 6h15 | 7:35 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h35 | 7:35 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h50 | 7:50 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h05 | 7:35 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h20 | 7:50 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h30 | 12:30 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 AM Toronto, ON | 4h45 | 11:45 AM Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h55 | 12:30 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:30 AM Toronto, ON | 5h00 | 1:30 PM Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h25 | 2:25 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h50 | 2:25 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:50 AM Toronto, ON | 4h50 | 3:40 PM Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h05 | 4:05 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h30 | 4:05 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 6h20 | 8:20 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 6h05 | 8:05 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h30 | 8:20 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h15 | 8:05 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 7h05 | 10:05 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 6h50 | 9:50 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:45 PM Toronto, ON | 5h50 | 9:35 PM Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 6h05 | 10:05 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h50 | 9:50 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h50 | 9:50 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h05 | 10:05 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:30 PM Toronto, ON | 5h45 | 11:15 PM Ottawa, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h40 | 11:40 PM Ottawa, Hudson's Bay (Bayshore Shopping Centre), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 6h15 | 12:15 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 5h59 | 11:59 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 6h50 | 12:50 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 6h00 | 12:50 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h20 | 12:15 AM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 4h45 | 11:40 PM Ottawa, Hudson's Bay (Bayshore Shopping Centre), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h04 | 11:59 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Toronto, Town Centre Court (Scarborough), ON | 5h20 | 12:50 AM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON run on average 48 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 48 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (351 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 48 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Ottawa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ottawa trip today.
Canada’s flagship art museum, known for its large Canadian and Indigenous collections, major international works, and the iconic glass-and-granite building.
One of Canada’s most important museums, across the river from downtown Ottawa, featuring the Grand Hall, Canadian history galleries, and Indigenous cultural heritage.
A major national museum covering Canada’s military history through immersive exhibitions, artifacts, and architecture designed around remembrance themes.
Ottawa’s best-known district for walking, shopping, street life, and historic market atmosphere, popular day and night.
A scenic walking and cycling route along the canal with postcard views near downtown and strong seasonal appeal.
A central hilltop park with classic views of Parliament, the canal, and the National Gallery, especially photogenic in summer.
A hand-stretched fried pastry topped with sweet ingredients such as cinnamon sugar or maple spread. It is one of Ottawa’s most iconic treats and is strongly associated with the Rideau Canal area.
Ottawa is famous in Canada for its large number of shawarma shops. The local style often features roasted chicken or beef wrapped with garlic sauce, pickles, and turnips, reflecting the city’s strong.
French fries topped with cheese curds and gravy, widely eaten in Ottawa and across the region. It is a classic comfort food and a staple at diners, chip wagons, and late-night spots.
A well-known fine dining restaurant celebrated for highly creative Canadian tasting menus and an elegant modern atmosphere.
An iconic casual stop for Ottawa’s signature fried pastry, popular for classic sweet toppings and a central market location.
A long-established casual gastropub in the market area, loved for hearty burgers, poutine, and a relaxed neighborhood feel.
Moderate by Canadian standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but casual dining and transit are manageable.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants and for delivery. Tip bartenders CAD 1-2 per drink. Round up taxis or add 10-15%. Small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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