Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON: Flights mostly depart from Toronto and arrive in Ottawa. Buses mostly depart from St. Catharines, Carlisle Street / King Street, ON and arrive in Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON.

Which travel companies can get me from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with FlixBus to go to Ottawa, ON by bus. Travel with WestJet, United, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, psa airlines, piedmont airlines, Jazz Aviation, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Ottawa, ON by flight.

Can I find a direct route between St. Catharines, ON and Ottawa, ON?

Yes, there are direct services available from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON with the following travel companies: 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus. 15 direct flights per day with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation.

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Compare bus and flight for St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €559.

Distance: 234 miles (377 km)

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Compare ways to travel from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON

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

The cheapest way to travel from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of €56.

This is compared to other travel options from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON:

A bus is €503 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average €559.

The fastest way to travel from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 46m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St. Catharines, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a bus and flight.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from St. Catharines, 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 €56 compared to roughly €102 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €46. The journey takes 7h 39m versus 5h 16m 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 St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON.

There are 2 options to travel between St. Catharines, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of €56.

This is compared to other travel options from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON:

A bus is €503 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average €559.

The fastest way to travel from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 46m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 9m.

The distance from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is approximately 234 miles (377 km).

The average frequency per day from St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON is:

Around 44 flights per day.
Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St. Catharines, ON and Ottawa, 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 St. Catharines, ON to Ottawa, ON:

Flights mostly depart from Toronto and arrive in Ottawa.
Buses mostly depart from St. Catharines, Carlisle Street / King Street, ON and arrive in Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON.

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

Travel with FlixBus to go to Ottawa, ON by bus.
Travel with WestJet, United, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, psa airlines, piedmont airlines, Jazz Aviation, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Ottawa, ON by flight.

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

4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
15 direct flights per day with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation.

Omio customers who travel from St. Catharines, 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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