How can I travel from St. Catharines to Kingston without a car?

The best way to travel from St. Catharines to Kingston is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Kingston from St. Catharines by bus?

The average travel time from St. Catharines to Kingston is about 6h, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 157 miles (253 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from St. Catharines to Kingston?

The distance between the two cities is 157 miles (253 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Catharines to Kingston?

The majority of buses traveling from St. Catharines to Kingston start their journey at St. Catharines and wind up at Esso - 1185 Division St. These are the primary 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 travel from St. Catharines to Kingston?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $10.

How much are the bus tickets from St. Catharines to Kingston?

The average bus ticket price from St. Catharines to Kingston is $35. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $10 and $92, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

St. Catharines to Kingston (ON), CA Bus Tickets

MonJun 9

from $28

TueJun 10

from $26

WedJun 11

from $27

ThuJun 12

FriJun 13

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MonJun 16

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 10 at 5:10am
Departure city: St. Catharines
Departure location: Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Arrival time: June 10 at 12:20pm
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: Wellington St.
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 10 at 9:25pm
Departure city: St. Catharines
Departure location: Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Arrival time: June 11 at 3:05am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: Wellington St.
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
Departure time: June 10 at 10:00am
Departure city: St. Catharines
Departure location: Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Arrival time: June 10 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: Wellington St.
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 25m
Departure time: June 10 at 3:30pm
Departure city: St. Catharines
Departure location: Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Arrival time: June 10 at 9:50pm
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: Wellington St.
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 20m
Departure time: June 10 at 9:25pm
Departure city: St. Catharines
Departure location: Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)
Arrival time: June 11 at 3:05am
Destination city: Kingston
Destination location: Wellington St.
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Catharines to Kingston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $92	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$59 - $59	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Catharines to Kingston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kingston. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

6hAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Catharines to Kingston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$35

Average bus trip duration6h

Number of daily buses13

Earliest bus departure5:10am

Distance157 miles (252 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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Megabus

3.5/51,788 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2

FlixBus

3.5/58,934 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

FlixBus St. Catharines Kingston recent customer reviews

The bus smelled like urine for 3 hours and a half and then we finally changed to a new bus which was older and had no electrical ports

Zahredin T.

September 17, 2024

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

St. Catharines to Kingston Bus

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Where are the popular stops in St. Catharines and Kingston?

Stops in St. Catharines

A - St. Catharines

B - Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)

Stops in Kingston

A - Esso - 1185 Division St.

B - Bus Terminal

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Catharines - Kingston (ON), CA

How can I travel from St. Catharines to Kingston without a car?
How long does it take to get to Kingston from St. Catharines by bus?
What is the travel distance from St. Catharines to Kingston?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Catharines to Kingston?
What is the most affordable way to travel from St. Catharines to Kingston?
How much are the bus tickets from St. Catharines to Kingston?

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

Best price found

06/05

$25

06/06

$33

Today

$26

06/08

$33

06/09

$23

06/10

$18

06/11

$19

06/12

$20

The cheapest trip from St. Catharines to Kingston was searched and found on Jun 10, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $71 for a bus ticket from St. Catharines to Kingston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-06-10.

About Bus Travel

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 St. Catharines and Kingston!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Catharines to Kingston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from St. Catharines to Kingston.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St. Catharines to Kingston.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Catharines to Kingston?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h	Avg Price$35	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 15m	Avg Price$59	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from St. Catharines to Kingston (ON), CA

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One passenger / one way

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Catharines to Kingston.

Bus St. Catharines to Kingston: Trip Overview

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FlixBus St. Catharines Kingston recent customer reviews

St. Catharines to Kingston Bus

Where are the popular stops in St. Catharines and Kingston?

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Catharines - Kingston (ON), CA

How can I travel from St. Catharines to Kingston without a car?

How long does it take to get to Kingston from St. Catharines by bus?

What is the travel distance from St. Catharines to Kingston?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Catharines to Kingston?

What is the most affordable way to travel from St. Catharines to Kingston?

How much are the bus tickets from St. Catharines to Kingston?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Catharines to Kingston?

Will you be returning to St. Catharines by bus?

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