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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:12 PM EST.
Get from Ottawa to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Washington?
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 Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Based on 11455 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 269
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Ottawa to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Ottawa to Washington starts at R 1 269. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ottawa to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Washington?
The average travel time between Ottawa and Washington is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 734 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ottawa and Washington?
The number of buses from Ottawa to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 47 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ottawa to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ottawa to Washington?
When taking the bus from Ottawa to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to Washington?
Buses travelling between Ottawa and Washington leave from Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) or CHEO and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.
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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 803To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 803 to R 5 154 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 803, which is on 2025-12-02.
