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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sportsworld Park & Ride | Ottawa West | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Kitchener (Conestoga College) | Terry Fox / Centrum | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sportsworld Park & Ride | St-Laurent | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Kitchener (Downtown) | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
Intercity bus + FlixBus | Bus | Kitchener Sportsworld Station | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sportsworld Park & Ride | St-Laurent | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Kitchener (Downtown) | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Kitchener (Downtown) | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Kitchener to Ottawa
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Kitchener and Ottawa
Stops in Kitchener
- A
Charles Street Transit Terminal
15 Charles St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1H3, Canada - B
Kitchener Sportsworld
Sportsworld Crossing Road, Pick up & Drop off, Eastbound: North Side Of Ye's Sushi, Westbound: Outside Of Go Bus Station Park & Ride Facility, On Sportsworld Crossing Road. - C
Sun Life Financial
Union Blvd, Waterloo, ON N2L 1X7, Canada - D
Kitchener First Student
6988 Gore Rd, Puslinch ON N0B 2J0, Canada
Stops in Ottawa
- A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada - B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada - 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 - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kitchener, ON 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 Kitchener to Ottawa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kitchener to Ottawa start from CHF 16. The average price for this route is around CHF 44. 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 Kitchener to Ottawa?
The average bus trip duration from Kitchener to Ottawa is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 269 miles (433 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 6m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Kitchener to Ottawa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, ONEX BUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kitchener to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from Kitchener to Ottawa at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kitchener to Ottawa?
A bus trip from Kitchener to Ottawa generates an estimated 10.822524999999999 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 Kitchener to Ottawa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rider Express, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 18333 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kitchener to Ottawa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rider Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Kitchener to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rider Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kitchener to Ottawa?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rider Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kitchener, ON to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Jul 24, 2026 with a price of CHF 25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kitchener, ON to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 25 to CHF 55 for a bus ticket from Kitchener, ON to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 25 which is on 2026-07-24.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kitchener, ON to Ottawa, CA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
