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10/07/2025
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Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario by bus

The journey from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario by bus is 145.32 km and takes 2 hrs 6 mins. There are 43 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 a.m. and the last at 11:59 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario by bus for as little as $4.18 or as much as $39.34. The best price for this journey is $4.18.

Lowest Price $4.18
Journey Duration 2 hrs 6 mins
Connection per Day 43
Lowest Price $4.18
Highest Price $39.34
First Departure 12:25 a.m.
Last Departure 11:59 p.m.
Distance 145.32 km
Departure Ottawa
Arrival Kingston, Ontario
Carriers Rider Express, Red Arrow ON

Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, Jul 10, 2025

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Best time to book Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $10.79 to $24.68 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 56% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario

The cheapest Ottawa - Kingston, Ontario bus tickets can be found for as low as $14.69 if you’re lucky, or $22.40 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $26.95.

Find the best day to travel to Kingston, Ontario by bus

When travelling to Kingston, Ontario by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Rider Express, Red Arrow ON and FlixBus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario
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Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
10.17kg
Bus
10.9kg
Flight
29.06kg
Car
23.25kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
A bus ticket from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario is $23.04. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $4.18.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario is $4.18. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Ottawa and Kingston, Ontario by bus?
Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario is 145.32 km.
How long does the bus between Ottawa and Kingston, Ontario take?
Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario is on average 2 hrs 6 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 35 mins.
Which companies operate from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
The bus journey from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Rider Express, Red Arrow ON, FlixBus, CoachCanada, ONEXBUS, Orleans Express, Megabus and Infobus.
How many bus connections per day go from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario has 43 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario leave?
The earliest bus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario departs at 12:25 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario depart?
The latest bus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario departs at 11:59 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $4.18 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
There are on average 43 direct connection(s) from Ottawa to go to Kingston, Ontario.
What's the fastest journey time between Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Ottawa and Kingston, Ontario is 1 hr 35 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Ottawa and Kingston, Ontario.
What are the CO2 emissions for Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario by bus?
The bus journey from Ottawa to Kingston, Ontario creates 10.9kg of CO2 emissions.

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