How much does a bus ticket from Ottawa to St. Catharines cost?

The bus ticket price from Ottawa to St. Catharines starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ottawa to St. Catharines is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to St. Catharines?

The average travel time between Ottawa and St. Catharines is around 9h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 378 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Ottawa and St. Catharines?

The number of buses from Ottawa to St. Catharines can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ottawa to St. Catharines by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Ottawa to St. Catharines?

When taking the bus from Ottawa to St. Catharines, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Rider Express, Megabus.

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

Buses travelling between Ottawa and St. Catharines leave from Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) or CHEO and arrive at St. Catharines, Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets).

Bus Ottawa to St. Catharines from US$11 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 25m	13:40	St. Catharines	CheapestFastest
08:50	St-Laurent	9h 15m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags
14:00	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 40m	21:40	St. Catharines	No tags
00:30	Ottawa West	9h 30m	10:00	St. Catharines	No tags
09:10	Ottawa West	8h 55m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 40m	21:40	St. Catharines	Cheapest
06:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 25m	13:40	St. Catharines	Fastest
08:50	St-Laurent	9h 15m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags
09:10	Ottawa West	8h 55m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 25m	13:40	St. Catharines	CheapestFastest
14:30	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	8h 55m	23:25	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags
08:50	St-Laurent	9h 15m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags
14:00	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 40m	21:40	St. Catharines	No tags
23:59	Ottawa (VIA Rail)	11h 31m	11:30	Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	St-Laurent	10h 1m	10:00	St. Catharines	Cheapest
06:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 25m	13:40	St. Catharines	Fastest
08:50	St-Laurent	9h 15m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags
09:00	St-Laurent station, Platform E	8h 40m	17:40	St. Catharines	No tags
09:10	Ottawa West	8h 55m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags

Next departures from Ottawa to St. Catharines on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:30	Ottawa West	9h 30m	10:00	St. Catharines	Cheapest
00:25	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 15m	07:40	St. Catharines	Fastest
08:50	St-Laurent	9h 15m	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags
06:15	St-Laurent station, Platform E	7h 25m	13:40	St. Catharines	No tags
09:05	Ottawa West	9h	18:05	St. Catharines	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:28 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Ottawa to St. Catharines

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach St. Catharines. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 45mAverage duration

379 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$11 - US$133	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$35 - US$82	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Bus Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55

Average bus trip duration9h 30m

Number of daily buses24

Earliest bus departure00:25

Distance366 km

Latest bus departure23:59

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FlixBus

3.5/511 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Customers found the bus service enjoyable overall, although some buses lacked wifi and working plugs. While not all customers found it comfortable, they appreciated the good timing of the service.

FlixBus Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

The seats were too small, without enough space between them (in the rows). The bus was old looking and not very clean. The waiting times between stops sometimes were very long. I don't see why there needs to be assigned seating, since it's inconvenient to ask people to move during the trip. However the bus did drive at a reasonable pace and the driver was nice.

Jess C.

12 October 2025

It was enjoyable. my first bus didn’t have wifi though and the plugs didn’t eork

Makayla D.

2 July 2023

Bus was on time and comfortable

Ryan H.

3 August 2025

Rider Express

4/517 441 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 17441 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Rider Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$42

Rider Express Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

Overall, it was fine but the bus driver left me off on St. Paul St. in St. Catharines (instead of dropping me off right at the terminal) and I had to find the terminal which was not obvious. It wasn't far but it also wasn't clear with many people and city buses, etc. He pointed in the general direction of the terminal when he left me on St. Paul St. I had never been to that part of the city before and had a bit to trouble getting to where I needed to be to be picked up. I wandered around a bit until my family spotted me.

Cae K.

2 September 2022

Megabus

3.5/52 575 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2

Based on 2575 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at US$11

Megabus Canada Ottawa St. Catharines recent customer reviews

Comfy seats and didn't have to share was good. Everything else wasn't. Chargers didn't work. Bus was late at every stop. Had to switch buses mid trip because of technical issues. Bathroom very small. Why have TVs if not used

Andrew M.

2 November 2025

the Kingston to toronto trip was delayed

Nadia A.

2 August 2025

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Ottawa to St. Catharines Bus

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

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

Stops in St. Catharines

A - St. Catharines

B - Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets)

Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottawa, CA - St. Catharines

How much does a bus ticket from Ottawa to St. Catharines cost?
The bus ticket price from Ottawa to St. Catharines starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ottawa to St. Catharines is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
The average travel time between Ottawa and St. Catharines is around 9h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 378 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ottawa and St. Catharines?
The number of buses from Ottawa to St. Catharines can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ottawa to St. Catharines by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
When taking the bus from Ottawa to St. Catharines, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Rider Express, Megabus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to St. Catharines?
Buses travelling between Ottawa and St. Catharines leave from Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) or CHEO and arrive at St. Catharines, Carlisle St (Between King and Church Streets).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$51

01/11

US$58

Today

US$53

03/11

US$40

04/11

US$25

05/11

US$36

06/11

US$40

07/11

US$36

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$25

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

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually Rider Express, 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.

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 Ottawa and St. Catharines!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ottawa to St. Catharines, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Ottawa to St. Catharines.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Ottawa, CA to St. Catharines?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 30m	Avg priceUS$55	Daily departures24
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 45m	Avg priceUS$65	Daily departures1

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