How to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a flight costs an average of €481.

Distance: 230 miles (371 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON

Compare the available ways to get from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of €55.

This is compared to other travel options from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON:

A bus is €426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average €481.

The fastest way to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 24m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Niagara Falls, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €55 compared to roughly €104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €50. The journey takes 7h 58m versus 5h 29m 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.

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.

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How to get from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON

Travel to Ottawa, ON easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON.

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There are 3 options to travel between Niagara Falls, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of €55.

This is compared to other travel options from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON:

A bus is €426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average €481.

The fastest way to travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 24m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 28m.

The distance from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is approximately 230 miles (371 km).
The average frequency per day from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON is:
  • Around 37 flights per day.
  • Around 25 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Niagara Falls, ON and Ottawa, ON as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON:
  • Flights mostly depart from Toronto and arrive in Ottawa.
  • Buses mostly depart from Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON and arrive in Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with WestJet, United, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation, psa airlines, piedmont airlines, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Ottawa, ON by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ottawa, ON by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON with the following travel companies:
  • 17 direct flights per day with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Niagara Falls, ON to Ottawa, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Toronto, ON, Montreal, QC, Quebec City, QC, Westmount, QC, Mont-Royal, QC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ottawa, ON and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ottawa, ON to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ottawa, ON, you can explore Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum, enjoy outdoor activities in Gatineau Park, take a scenic cruise on the Ottawa River, or visit the Canadian Tulip Festival in spring. Catch a live performance at the Ottawa Little Theatre. Don't miss top sights like Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, Rideau Canal, Canadian Museum of History, and the vibrant ByWard Market.
To fully experience Ottawa, ON, including its major attractions like Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, and the Canadian Museum of History, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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