How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Kitchener start from $4. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The average bus trip duration from Ottawa to Kitchener is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Kitchener route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Rider Express , ONEX BUS .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Kitchener?

The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Kitchener at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Kitchener?

A bus trip from Ottawa to Kitchener generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Ottawa to Kitchener?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rider Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 17844 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to Kitchener?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rider Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Ottawa to Kitchener?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rider Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ottawa to Kitchener?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rider Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ottawa to Kitchener from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:59pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	8h 56m	8:55am	Kitchener (Downtown)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:40pm	Ottawa	9h 15m	8:55am	Kitchener (Downtown)	No tags
Ontario Northland + ONEXBUS	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	13h 55m	12:20am	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + ONEXBUS	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	13h 55m	12:20am	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + ONEXBUS	Bus	10:24am	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	13h 56m	12:20am	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Ottawa West	7h 40m	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	8h	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:24am	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	14h 36m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	8h	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	St-Laurent	9h 31m	9:30am	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:30am	Ottawa West	9h	9:30am	Sportsworld Park & Ride	Cheapest
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	7h 25m	4:15pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	6:00am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	12h 50m	6:50pm	Kitchener (Downtown)	No tags
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:05am	Ottawa West	7h 10m	4:15pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	9:00pm	Terry Fox / Centrum	6h 55m	3:55am	Kitchener (Downtown)	Fastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	7h 25m	4:15pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	6:00am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	9h 10m	3:10pm	Kitchener (Downtown)	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	8h	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
ONEXBUS + ONEXBUS	Bus	3:35pm	Ottawa - Kanata (570 Terry Fox Dr)	6h 35m	10:10pm	Kitchener - Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	St-Laurent	9h 11m	9:10am	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Ottawa West	7h 40m	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	8h	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
	Bus	8:00am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	14h 5m	10:05pm	Kitchener (Downtown)	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	10h 36m	10:35am	Kitchener (Downtown)	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Kitchener on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Ottawa West	7h 40m	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:50am	St-Laurent	8h	4:50pm	Sportsworld Park & Ride	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	14h 35m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags
Ontario Northland + Intercity bus	Bus	10:24am	Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus	14h 36m	1:00am	Kitchener Sportsworld Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Ottawa to Kitchener

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Kitchener. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 45mAverage Duration

273 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$4 - $166	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $292	Average Duration8h 52m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$57 - $87	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Kitchener?

Stops in Ottawa

A
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
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B
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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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
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D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada
Visit page
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 Kitchener

A
Charles Street Transit Terminal
15 Charles St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1H3, Canada
B
Kitchener Sportsworld
Sportsworld Crossing Road, Pick up & Drop off, Eastbound: North Side Of Ye's Sushi, Westbound: Outside Of Go Bus Station Park & Ride Facility, On Sportsworld Crossing Road.
C
Sun Life Financial
Union Blvd, Waterloo, ON N2L 1X7, Canada
D
Kitchener First Student
6988 Gore Rd, Puslinch ON N0B 2J0, Canada

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,831 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have shared positive feedback about the punctuality and smoothness of their trips, with commendations for the drivers' excellent service. However, some travelers noted discomfort due to limited space on board and mentioned a lack of waiting areas at bus stops. Additionally, there were comments regarding missing Wi-Fi services despite prior indications it would be available.

FlixBus Ottawa Kitchener recent customer reviews

Flixbus cancelled my trip hours before and the refund/reschedule link wasn't working. I had to dispute the charge through my bank. Worst customer service.

Rebecca B.

December 30, 2025

It was worst, i have never experience this before and not even expect from flix bus and specially from Skyway Coach Lines.

Jasmika P.

October 21, 2024

Main issue was space. I'm admittedly a big guy, 6 foot 2, but on my first ride, having a seat partner, I was uncomfortable the whole trip. Had to squish my shoulders forward the entire time, and jam my knees right up into the seat in front.

Conrad B.

July 21, 2023

Rider Express

4/518,065 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.6

Users generally report a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and comfort. The drivers are often praised for their professionalism and courteousness. However, some users found it challenging to locate the actual bus stop despite knowing the area well, and there were suggestions that air conditioning could be adjusted better during hot weather conditions.

Rider Express Ottawa Kitchener recent customer reviews

I had missed my bus to an illness. The user interface was confusing and it was very hard to find where to cancel my trip, so I ended up paying for a trip I didn’t even go on.

Daria M.

December 22, 2025

Was an enjoyable ride but the air conditioner could have been turned up a bit more as it was plus 35 out

Laura P.

July 11, 2025

I was very happy with your service, I just found the actual bus stop confusing to find, I knew the area but didn't know where the bus was supposed to stop.

Carol F.

March 28, 2025

ONEX BUS

4/55,589 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.5

CA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Kitchener start from $4. The average price for this route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The average bus trip duration from Ottawa to Kitchener is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 272 miles (438 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Kitchener route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, ONEX BUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ottawa to Kitchener?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Kitchener at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Kitchener?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Kitchener generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ottawa to Kitchener?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rider Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 17844 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to Kitchener?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rider Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ottawa to Kitchener?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rider Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ottawa to Kitchener?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rider Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

12/29

$60

12/30

$61

Today

$87

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $60

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Ottawa, CA to Kitchener, ON?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 15m	Avg Price$66	Daily Departures24
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time8h 52m	Avg Price$161	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 45m	Avg Price$66	Daily Departures2