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

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a flight costs an average of $551.

Distance: 230 miles (371 km)

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8h 34m

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5h 42m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is a bus with an average price of $60 (€50).

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

A bus is $492 (€412) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON costing on average $551 (€462).

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Niagara Falls, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ottawa, ON and Niagara Falls, ON including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, 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 $60 (€50) compared to roughly $92 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 8h 4m versus 5h 42m 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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from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM11h25
    Ottawa, ON
    5:55 PMNiagara Falls (Mount Carmel), ON
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM11h25
    Ottawa, ON
    5:55 PMNiagara Falls (Mount Carmel), ON
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • WestJetWS893
    6:55 AM1h05
    Ottawa
    8:00 AMToronto
    $2551One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM8h45
    Ottawa, ON
    3:15 PMNiagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 AM9h15
    Ottawa, St-Laurent station, ON
    3:15 PMNiagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM7h20
    Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON
    9:50 PMNiagara Falls (Mount Carmel), ON
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • WestJetWS589
    6:25 PM1h10
    Ottawa
    7:35 PMToronto
    $2551One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA8459 · UA3705 · UA4434
    11:55 AM7h17
    Ottawa
    7:12 PMBuffalo Niagara International Airport
    $4601One-way
    2 transfers
  • UnitedUA8291 · UA8657 · UA4190
    2:00 PM9h11
    Ottawa
    11:11 PMBuffalo Niagara International Airport
    $4601One-way
    2 transfers

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

Travel to Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, ON.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ottawa, ON and Niagara Falls, ON including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is a bus with an average price of $60 (€50).

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

A bus is $492 (€412) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON costing on average $551 (€462).

The fastest way to travel from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Niagara Falls, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

The distance from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is approximately 230 miles (371 km).
The average frequency per day from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 20 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ottawa and arrive in Toronto.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON and arrive in Niagara Falls, Upper Rpds Rd (Rapidsview Bus Parking), ON.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with WestJet, Porter Airlines, United, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation to go to Niagara Falls, ON by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Niagara Falls, ON by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON with the following travel companies:
  • 20 direct flights per day with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Ottawa, ON to Niagara Falls, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Toronto, ON, Montreal, QC, New York, NY, Westmount, QC, Mont-Royal, QC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Niagara Falls, ON and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Niagara Falls, ON to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending two to three days in Niagara Falls, ON, is sufficient to explore the main attractions, including the falls, local parks, and nearby entertainment options.

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