How to travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON

Omio 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 $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. 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 $21, and a flight costs an average of $75.

Distance: 218 miles (351 km)

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$81

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$31

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$229

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$63

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4h 6m

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3h 36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

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

A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $81 (€65).

A bus is $212 (€171) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $246 (€198).

The fastest way to travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 36m.

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Toronto, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON among Omio's users.

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from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON

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

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

  • Infobus0
    11:45 PM4h45
    Toronto, ON
    4:30 AMOttawa, ON
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Infobus0
    11:45 PM4h45
    Toronto, ON
    4:30 AMOttawa, ON
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Porter AirlinesPD2267
    8:45 PM0h59
    Toronto Island
    9:44 PMOttawa
    $2311One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SeajetsVIA646 Service from Toronto to Ottawa
    4:38 PM4h08
    Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON
    8:46 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON
    $1011One-way
    0 transfers
  • SeajetsVIA54 Service from Guildwood to Ottawa
    5:57 PM4h16
    Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON
    10:13 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers
  • SeajetsVIA66 Service from Guildwood to Kingston · VIA46 Service from Kingston to Ottawa
    3:42 PM4h18
    Guildwood GO Station, Toronto, ON
    8:00 PMOttawa station, Ottawa, ON
    $1101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Infobus0
    8:30 AM5h15
    Toronto, ON
    1:45 PMOttawa, ON
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Infobus0
    7:00 AM5h30
    Toronto, ON
    12:30 PMOttawa, ON
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Infobus0
    5:30 PM5h45
    Toronto, ON
    11:15 PMOttawa, ON
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Porter AirlinesPD2259
    4:55 PM0h59
    Toronto Island
    5:54 PMOttawa
    $2311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Porter AirlinesPD2265
    7:05 PM0h59
    Toronto Island
    8:04 PMOttawa
    $2311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Porter AirlinesPD2205
    8:19 AM0h59
    Toronto Island
    9:18 AMOttawa
    $2311One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Toronto, 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 Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON.

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There are 3 options to travel between Toronto, ON and Ottawa, ON including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is a bus with an average price of $31 (€25).

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

A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $81 (€65).

A bus is $198 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON costing on average $229 (€185).

The fastest way to travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Ottawa, ON take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 36m.

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

The distance from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is approximately 218 miles (351 km).
The average frequency per day from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON is:
  • Around 51 buses per day.
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Toronto, 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 Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON:
  • Flights mostly depart from Toronto and arrive in Ottawa.
  • Trains mostly depart from Toronto (Union Station), Toronto, ON and arrive in Ottawa station, Ottawa, ON.
  • Buses mostly depart from Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON and arrive in Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation to go to Ottawa, ON by flight.
  • Travel with Seajets to go to Ottawa, ON by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Orléans Express, Rider Express to go to Ottawa, ON by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON with the following travel companies:
  • 24 direct flights per day with WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Canada, Jazz Aviation.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Seajets.
  • 51 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Orléans Express.
Omio customers who travel from Toronto, ON to Ottawa, ON often also extend their vacation to go to Montreal, QC, Westmount, QC, Mont-Royal, QC, Niagara Falls, ON, Vancouver, BC. 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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