What is the distance between Ottawa and Waterloo?

The distance between the two cities is 273 miles (440 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ottawa to Waterloo?

If you're headed to Waterloo from Ottawa, chances are that your bus will depart from CHEO and arrive at University of Waterloo. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Ottawa to Waterloo from $14 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Waterloo on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	CheapestFastest
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Waterloo on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	CheapestFastest
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Waterloo on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	CheapestFastest
Ontario Northland + Metrolinx	Bus	10:25am	CHEO	15h 6m	1:31am	Wilfrid Laurier University	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Ottawa to Waterloo

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Waterloo. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 15mAverage Duration

273 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $159	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $346	Average Duration12h 29m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $86	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Waterloo?

Stops in Ottawa

A - CHEO

B - Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)

C - Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building

D - St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd

E - Queen & Metcalfe

F - University of Ottawa

Stops in Waterloo

A - University of Waterloo

B - 1 Victoria

C - Laurier-Waterloo Park

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ottawa, CA to Waterloo, ON, CA by bus

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The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Waterloo, ON, CA was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $14

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 Waterloo, ON, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $76 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Waterloo, ON, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-19.