How to get from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

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What is the best way to travel from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 5m
£49
£86
28
Flight
4h 53m
£215
£366
24

What is the cheapest way to reach Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON?

You can reach Ottawa, ON with just £49 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £49
Sunday
from £51
Monday
Tuesday
from £52
Wednesday
Thursday
from £68
Friday

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Gloucester Centre Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 17m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £168
  • VIA Rail Canada
    12h 18m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:53
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £172
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Spirit Airlines
    10h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:10
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £215
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 20m
    0
    12:38
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:58
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £260
  • Skyscanner
    7h 36m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    13:36
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £417
  • Air Canada
    4h 53m
    0
    18:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:08
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from £418
  • Westjet Airlines
    14h 38m
    0
    10:04
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    00:42
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from £630

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £65
  • VIA Rail Canada
    10h 5m
    0
    13:06
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    23:11
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £159
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 40m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:23
    Ottawa, ON
    Fallowfield Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £166
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 45m
    0
    11:13
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:58
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £224
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    14:28
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    00:25
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £242
  • Skyscanner
    8h 45m
    0
    05:45
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:30
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £417
  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    14:05
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    21:18
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £417
  • Air Canada
    5h 23m
    0
    18:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:38
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from £418

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    00:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    12:40
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    19h 50m
    0
    00:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Gloucester Centre Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 17m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £69
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 55m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:30
    Ottawa, ON
    Fallowfield Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £69
  • VIA Rail Canada
    12h 18m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:53
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £81

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    06:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Iris Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    05:45
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Iris Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83

What are the fastest trips from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON?

You can get to Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON in just 4h 53m with a Flight from Air Canada. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 4h 53m
Sunday
from 5h 23m
Monday
Tuesday
from 11h 17m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 12h 20m
Friday

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Air Canada
    4h 53m
    0
    18:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:08
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from £418
  • Skyscanner
    7h 36m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    13:36
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £417
  • Spirit Airlines
    10h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:10
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £215
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 20m
    0
    12:38
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:58
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £260
  • Westjet Airlines
    14h 38m
    0
    10:04
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    00:42
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from £630
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 17m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £168
  • VIA Rail Canada
    12h 18m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:53
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £172
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £49
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Gloucester Centre Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Air Canada
    5h 23m
    0
    18:15
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:38
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from £418
  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    14:05
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    21:18
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £417
  • Skyscanner
    8h 45m
    0
    05:45
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:30
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £417
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    14:28
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    00:25
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £242
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 45m
    0
    11:13
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    23:58
    Ottawa International Airport
    Ottawa International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £224
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • VIA Rail Canada
    10h 5m
    0
    13:06
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    23:11
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £159
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 40m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:23
    Ottawa, ON
    Fallowfield Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £166
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £65

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 17m
    0
    08:43
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    20:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £69
  • VIA Rail Canada
    11h 55m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:30
    Ottawa, ON
    Fallowfield Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    12h 10m
    0
    00:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    12:40
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • VIA Rail Canada
    12h 18m
    0
    05:35
    Windsor, ON
    Windsor Train Station
    17:53
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    £81
  • FlixBus
    19h 50m
    0
    00:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Gloucester Centre Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:05
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    12:30
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    00:50
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    20:20
    Ottawa, ON
    Iris Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £79
  • FlixBus
    12h 45m
    0
    17:00
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    05:45
    Ottawa, ON
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Windsor, ON
    International Transit Terminal
    06:00
    Ottawa, ON
    Iris Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £68
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

What are the most popular stations in Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON?

In Windsor, ON, you will usually depart from International Transit Terminal, Windsor Train Station or University, while in Ottawa, ON you will be arriving at Train Station, Woodroffe / Baseline Coach Stop or Laurier E / Cumberland, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON, you can pay as low as £49 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Air Canada: you will get to Ottawa, ON in just 4h 53m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON are FlixBus, VIA Rail Canada and Spirit Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Detroit or to Vanier, and look at flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, and landing at Ottawa International Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON?

The most popular companies between Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON, are FlixBus, VIA Rail Canada and Spirit Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and VIA Rail Canada

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Skyscanner and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON

How can I reach Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON.

How far is Ottawa, ON from Windsor, ON?

The distance between Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON is 683.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Windsor, ON and Ottawa, ON?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 116 kgs, and a flight 168 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON?

You can get to Ottawa, ON with just £49 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Windsor, ON to Ottawa, ON?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Ottawa, ON in just 4h 53m with a Flight from Air Canada.

More routes to Windsor, ON and to Ottawa, ON

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Windsor, ON and to Ottawa, ON. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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