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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 292, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Chicago?
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
- C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Based on 12211 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 372
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Chicago by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Chicago start at R 1 292. The average price for this route is around R 1 752. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ottawa to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Ottawa to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1034 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Chicago at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Chicago?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Chicago produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 520To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 520 to R 2 861 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 529, which is on 2026-02-16.
