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Ottawa to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Ottawa to Washington, DC by bus is 455.9 mi and takes 27 hr 45 min. There are 52 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 AM and the last at 11:59 PM. It is possible to travel from Ottawa to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $86.29 or as much as $303.45. The best price for this journey is $86.29.

Lowest Price $86.29
Journey Duration 27 hr 45 min
Connection per Day 52
Lowest Price $86.29
Highest Price $303.45
First Departure 12:25 AM
Last Departure 11:59 PM
Distance 455.9 mi
Departure Ottawa
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc.

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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 $1.16 to $158.20 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 99% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Ottawa to Washington, DC

The cheapest Ottawa - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $88.97 if you’re lucky, or $180.06 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $242.22.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC 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 Greyhound and FlixBus from Ottawa to Washington, DC
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Ottawa to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
51.36kg
Bus
55.03kg
Flight
146.74kg
Car
117.39kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Ottawa to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Ottawa to Washington, DC is $135.16. 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 $86.29.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Ottawa to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Ottawa to Washington, DC is $86.29. 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 Washington, DC by bus?
Ottawa to Washington, DC is 455.9 mi.
How long does the bus between Ottawa and Washington, DC take?
Ottawa to Washington, DC is on average 27 hr 45 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 22 hr 5 min.
Which companies operate from Ottawa to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Ottawa to Washington, DC is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc. and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Ottawa to Washington, DC?
Ottawa to Washington, DC has 52 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Ottawa to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Ottawa to Washington, DC departs at 12:25 AM. 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 Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Ottawa to Washington, DC departs at 11:59 PM. 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 Washington, DC 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 $86.29 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Ottawa to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Ottawa and Washington, DC is 22 hr 5 min.
Is there a direct bus from Ottawa to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Ottawa and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Ottawa to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Ottawa to Washington, DC creates 55.03kg of CO2 emissions.

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