What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Ottawa is to bus which costs $110 - $240 and takes 10h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Ottawa?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Ottawa is to fly which takes 2h 10m and costs $220 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland St via Montreal, QC - 1597 Rue St-Hubert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Ottawa via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Montréal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 52m.

How far is it from Boston to Ottawa?

The distance between Boston and Ottawa is 510 km. The road distance is 646.9 km.

How do I travel from Boston to Ottawa without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Ottawa without a car is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $110 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Ottawa?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Boston to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Ottawa bus from?

Boston to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Ottawa train from?

Boston to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Boston to Ottawa?

The best way to get from Boston to Ottawa is to fly which takes 2h 10m and costs $220 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 10h 35m, you could also train, which costs $180 - $650 and takes 17h 52m.

Where does the Boston to Ottawa bus arrive?

Boston to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Montreal station.

Where does the Boston to Ottawa train arrive?

Boston to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Ottawa is 647 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Boston to Ottawa.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Ottawa?

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Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 294+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Boston to Ottawa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Boston to Ottawa by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)BOS - YOW
2h 10m
$225–607
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to MontrealGreyhound US0260
2. Take the bus from Montreal, QC - 1597 Rue St-Hubert to Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland StMontreal
10h 35m
$119–235
Train
1. Take the train from Boston to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Montreal Central Station
3. Take the train from Montréal to Ottawa
17h 52m
$189–641
Drive 646.9 km
1. Drive from Boston to Ottawa646.9 km
8h
$126–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boston to MontrealGreyhound US0260
2. Take the train from Montréal to OttawaVIA Rail
10h 44m
$126–319
Bus via Ottawa
1. Take the bus from Boston to MontrealGreyhound US0260
2. Take the bus from Montréal to OttawaMontréal - Ottawa
11h 10m
$137–260

Boston to Ottawa by bus

14Weekly Buses

10h 35mAverage Duration

$119Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 509.6 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Ottawa, ON, Canada?

Porter Airlines and Air Canada fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland St via Montreal and Montreal, QC - 1597 Rue St-Hubert in around 10h 35m.

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