Bus from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Ottawa on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
OttawaCheapest
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Ottawa (VIA Rail)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Ottawa (VIA Rail)No tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Ottawa (VIA Rail)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
OttawaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 17:22 EST.

Get from Washington to Ottawa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
441 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Ottawa?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Ottawa start from £69. The average price for this route is around £108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Washington to Ottawa?

    The average bus journey time from Washington to Ottawa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 441 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Ottawa route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Ottawa?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Ottawa at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Ottawa?

    A bus journey from Washington to Ottawa produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Ottawa?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/12
No data
07/12
£127
Today
£78
09/12
£87
10/12
£80
11/12
£82
12/12
No data
13/12
£93
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £78 to £170 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £80, which is on 2025-12-10.

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