Which travel companies can get me from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with Seajets to go to Kitchener, ON by train. Travel with Infobus, FlixBus to go to Kitchener, ON by bus. Travel with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge to go to Kitchener, ON by flight.

Can I find a direct route between Ottawa, ON and Kitchener, ON?

Yes, there are direct services available from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON with the following travel companies: 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus. 24 direct flights per day with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge.

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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, while a flight costs an average of €423.

Distance: 274 miles (441 km)

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€423 Average price	€126 Average price	€51 Average price Cheapest	€81 Average price (fuel + tolls)
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door)
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The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON costing on average €126.

A bus is €372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON costing on average €423.

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Kitchener, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 44m.

Bus takes on average 8h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ottawa, ON and Kitchener, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, 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 €51 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €30. The journey takes 7h 50m 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 Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON by train, bus or flight.

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

3:25 AM12h15
Ottawa, ON
3:40 PMKitchener, ON
€341One-way
0 transfers

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3:25 AM12h15
Ottawa, ON
3:40 PMKitchener, ON
€341One-way
0 transfers

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1:10 AM7h45
Ottawa, ON
8:55 AMKitchener, ON
€421One-way
0 transfers

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2:00 PM8h40
Ottawa, ON
10:40 PMKitchener, ON
€451One-way
0 transfers
4:40 AM9h15
Ottawa, ON
1:55 PMKitchener, ON
€481One-way
0 transfers
4:40 PM9h55
Ottawa, ON
2:35 AMKitchener, ON
€491One-way
0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON

Travel to Kitchener, 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 Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON.

There are 3 options to travel between Ottawa, ON and Kitchener, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON costing on average €126.

A bus is €372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON costing on average €423.

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Kitchener, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 44m.

Bus takes on average 8h 20m.

The distance from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is approximately 274 miles (441 km).

The average frequency per day from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON is:

Around 28 flights per day.
Around 12 buses per day.
Around 3 trains per day.

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with Seajets to go to Kitchener, ON by train.
Travel with Infobus, FlixBus to go to Kitchener, ON by bus.
Travel with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge to go to Kitchener, ON by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON with the following travel companies:

3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
24 direct flights per day with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Air Canada Rouge.

Omio customers who travel from Ottawa, ON to Kitchener, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Montreal, QC, Mont-Royal, QC, Westmount, QC, Toronto, ON, London, ON. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kitchener, ON and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Kitchener, ON to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To explore Kitchener, ON, two to three days are typically sufficient to visit key attractions such as the Waterloo Region Museum, Victoria Park, and St. Jacobs Market, while also enjoying local dining and cultural experiences.

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