How far is Peterborough from Ottawa?

The distance separating Peterborough and Ottawa is 149 miles (240 km).

Bus Peterborough to Ottawa from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on September 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
	3:35am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	7:10am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	9:05am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	12:40pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	3:20pm	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	9h 15m	12:35am	Terry Fox / Centrum	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	3:20pm	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	8h 20m	11:40pm	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
	3:35am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	7:10am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	9:05am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	12:40pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
	3:35am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	7:10am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	5:42am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	17h 8m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	9:05am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	12:40pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
	3:35am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	7:10am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	5:42am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	17h 8m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	9:05am	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	3h 35m	12:40pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags

Next departures for Peterborough to Ottawa on October 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h 45m	12:30pm	St-Laurent	Cheapest
	8:45am	Tim Hortons - 721 Ashburnham Dr	3h	11:45am	Kanata	Fastest
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags
	3:20pm	Peterborough (Tim Hortons Byersville)	9h 15m	12:35am	Terry Fox / Centrum	No tags
Metrolinx + Ontario Northland	4:40am	Trent University (GO bus connection - transfer at Oshawa GO)	18h 10m	10:50pm	Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Peterborough to Ottawa.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $165	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$71 - $140	Average Duration6h 47m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $44	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Peterborough to Ottawa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Peterborough, CA to Ottawa, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$41

Average bus trip duration3h 55m

Number of daily buses40

Earliest bus departure2:35am

Distance148 miles (238 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,713 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have shared that the bus service offers good value for money and maintains cleanliness, with timely arrivals at intermediate stops. However, some passengers noted limited legroom similar to economy class on an aircraft and a noticeable chemical smell in the bathroom area.

FlixBus Peterborough Ottawa recent customer reviews

Leaving late from destination .as passanger giving bus driver a hard time .Also bus not letting me of in proper location

Garry B.

August 4, 2024

The bus was on time and clean. The bus stopped in Madoc at McDonald’s for a bathroom break

Kourtney J.

August 1, 2024

I am dissatisfied with the service. The driving was ok but passengers were dropped off in another location without an apology.

Onyinye O.

July 12, 2024

Rider Express

4/517,056 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

Users consistently highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the buses, as well as professional and friendly drivers. The service is appreciated for its affordability and smooth travel experience. However, some users noted occasional delays without updates or tracking information, which caused concern. Despite minor issues like non-functional outlets or tight seating spaces, overall satisfaction remains high with many expressing willingness to use Rider Express again due to their positive experiences.

Rider Express Peterborough Ottawa recent customer reviews

It was a fast, efficient trip with the bus driver clearly knowing what he was doing. The ride however was rather bumpy and scary at times how much the bus would be swaying on the highway.

Jill A.

March 9, 2025

The drop off was supposed to be at the Kanata park-and-ride. They dropped my elderly mother off at sleep country, which is not the right location.

Tom T.

February 11, 2025

I appreciated that the bus was clean and the driver was very professional and courteous.

Julie C.

September 8, 2024

Go Transit

3/592 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi4.1

Book A Ride

2.5/52,867 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.8

The service received positive feedback for being excellent, relaxing, and punctual. Customers appreciated the helpful and friendly drivers as well as the cleanliness of the buses. However, some mentioned issues like late arrivals and non-functional reading lights on board.

Book A Ride Peterborough Ottawa recent customer reviews

Bus was cancelled, and a voucher was sent for a different bus company several hours after I already booked a replacement trip. Absolutely useless company. And the driver simply didn't know where to go, and would only park to let passengers off when the whole bus began to yell at him. I will never use this service again.

Lee J.

July 23, 2024

The bus was an hour and 10 minutes late. the “live tracker” was very inaccurate and constantly changing its arrival time. The notification system is awful, i was getting emails sent to be that were drafted 2 hours previously. Also the bus kept getting delayed but telling an inaccurate time. The last notification I got said it would arrive at 5:10 (50 minutes late) but it actually arrived at 5:35, a big jump in time. Also the location is unclear.

Kaelin N.

April 2, 2024

Completely canceled route last minute leaving no time for rescheduling bus times. ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE

Evan C.

March 26, 2024

CA bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Ontario Northland, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Orléans Express

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You can expect to pay from $17 to $40 for a bus ticket from Peterborough, CA to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-10-01.

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