How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Ottawa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Ottawa start from $90. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Washington to Ottawa?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Ottawa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 441 miles (712 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Ottawa at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Ottawa generates an estimated 18 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 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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Bus Washington to Ottawa from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Ottawa on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	1d 5h	6:00am	Ottawa	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30pm	Union Station	23h 55m	2:25pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 6h	2:25pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Union Station	1d 6h	5:45am	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 8h	10:05pm	Ottawa	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Ottawa on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 7h	3:00pm	Terry Fox / Centrum	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30pm	Union Station	22h 40m	1:10pm	Bayshore Mall-Ottawa	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 6h	1:35pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
	Bus	2:30pm	Union Station	23h 5m	1:35pm	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 6h	8:20pm	Ottawa	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:22 PM 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 $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

441 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Ottawa?

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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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

Stops in Ottawa

A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, 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
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,551 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,419 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA 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 Washington to Ottawa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Ottawa start from $90. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Washington to Ottawa?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Ottawa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 441 miles (712 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Ottawa at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Ottawa?
A bus trip from Washington to Ottawa generates an estimated 18 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 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Ottawa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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

12/06

No data

12/07

$165

Today

$101

12/09

$113

12/10

$104

12/11

$106

12/12

No data

12/13

$120

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $101

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 $101 to $220 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 $104 which is on 2025-12-10.