Is there a way to reach Ottawa from New York without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Ottawa without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Ottawa from New York by bus?

Traveling from New York to Ottawa takes around 21h 55m on average, although the fastest bus will take 16h 15m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 336 miles (541 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between New York and Ottawa?

New York and Ottawa are 336 miles (541 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Ottawa?

If you're headed to Ottawa from New York, chances are that your bus will depart from New York Port Authority and arrive at Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most affordable way to go from New York to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $67 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Ottawa from New York.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Ottawa?

The bus ticket costs $111 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $67 and $255, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

New York to Ottawa, CA Bus Tickets

TodayMay 23

TomorrowMay 24

from $123

SunMay 25

MonMay 26

from $119

TueMay 27

from $105

WedMay 28

from $107

ThuMay 29

from $126

FriMay 30

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 24 at 10:50pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: May 26 at 12:50am
Destination city: Ottawa
Destination location: Terry Fox / Centrum
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 2h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 24 at 9:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Ottawa
Destination location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 20m
Departure time: May 24 at 10:00am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 5:25am
Destination city: Ottawa
Destination location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 25m
Departure time: May 24 at 10:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 5:15pm
Destination city: Ottawa
Destination location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 15m
Departure time: May 24 at 9:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Ottawa
Destination location: Ottawa (VIA Rail)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 20m

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Bus New York to Ottawa: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$111

Average bus trip duration21h 55m

Number of daily buses40

Earliest bus departure1:25am

Distance335 miles (540 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,731 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

3.5/586,997 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound New York Ottawa recent customer reviews

Due to the covid-19 the departure date from Ottawa was cancelled and had to find alternate ways to get home. I did not receive any notification, but was able to request a voucher to be used at a later time. Still have not received voucher

Eulalee S.

March 30, 2020

The bus driver was arrogant and the employees at the NY bus station were not helpful

Veronique G.

September 4, 2018

The ride from New York to Montreal was quite uncomfortable. Small legroom, the interior worn out, and heavy smell from the bus toilet. The coach from Montreal to Ottawa was very comfortable, equipped with leather seats and enough legroom.

Mhando M.

August 24, 2018

CA bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in New York and Ottawa?

Stops in New York

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in Ottawa

A - Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)

B - CHEO

C - Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building

D - St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd

E - Queen & Metcalfe

F - University of Ottawa

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Ottawa, CA

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/21

$132

05/22

$148

Today

$179

05/24

$117

05/25

$103

05/26

$112

05/27

$99

05/28

$107

The cheapest trip from New York to Ottawa was searched and found on May 27, 2025 with a price of $99

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

You can expect to pay from $99 to $213 for a bus ticket from New York to Ottawa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2025-05-27.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York and Ottawa!

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York to Ottawa will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Ottawa, CA

Is there a way to reach Ottawa from New York without flying?

How long does it take to get to Ottawa from New York by bus?

What is the distance between New York and Ottawa?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Ottawa?

What is the most affordable way to go from New York to Ottawa?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Ottawa?

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