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St. Catharines to Ottawa Bus

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14/12/2025
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St. Catharines to Ottawa by bus

The journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa by bus is 376.69 km and takes 11 hrs 28 mins. There are 23 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:10 a.m. and the last at 7:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from St. Catharines to Ottawa by bus for as little as $10.95 or as much as $176.66. The best price for this journey is $10.95.

Lowest Price $10.95
Journey Duration 11 hrs 28 mins
Connection per Day 23
Lowest Price $10.95
Highest Price $176.66
First Departure 5:10 a.m.
Last Departure 7:30 p.m.
Distance 376.69 km
Departure St. Catharines
Arrival Ottawa
Carriers Ontario Northland, Metrolinx

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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 $23.95 to $85.52 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 72% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from St. Catharines to Ottawa

The cheapest St. Catharines - Ottawa bus tickets can be found for as low as $50.03 if you’re lucky, or $82.37 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $106.61.

Find the best day to travel to Ottawa by bus

When travelling to Ottawa 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 Ontario Northland, Metrolinx and Megabus from St. Catharines to Ottawa
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St. Catharines to Ottawa CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
26.37kg
Bus
28.25kg
Flight
75.34kg
Car
60.27kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
A bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa is $90.78. 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 $10.95.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
The cheapest ticket you can get from St. Catharines to Ottawa is $10.95. 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 St. Catharines and Ottawa by bus?
St. Catharines to Ottawa is 376.69 km.
How long does the bus between St. Catharines and Ottawa take?
St. Catharines to Ottawa is on average 11 hrs 28 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
The bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Ontario Northland, Metrolinx, Megabus, CoachCanada and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
St. Catharines to Ottawa has 23 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa leave?
The earliest bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa departs at 5:10 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 St. Catharines to Ottawa depart?
The latest bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa departs at 7:30 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 St. Catharines to Ottawa 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 $10.95 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 St. Catharines to Ottawa?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from St. Catharines to go to Ottawa.
What's the fastest journey time between St. Catharines to Ottawa by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between St. Catharines and Ottawa is 8 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from St. Catharines to Ottawa?
Yes, there is a direct bus between St. Catharines and Ottawa.
What are the CO2 emissions for St. Catharines to Ottawa by bus?
The bus journey from St. Catharines to Ottawa creates 28.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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