What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa is to bus which costs $150 - $280 and takes 20h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Loop station to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Ottawa via Detroit Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Loop station to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Ottawa via Buffalo and Toronto Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 26m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Ottawa is 1092 km. The road distance is 1208.5 km.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Ottawa without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa without a car is to bus which takes 20h 25m and costs $150 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Ottawa bus from?

Chicago Loop to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Ottawa train from?

Chicago Loop to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $290 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train via Detroit, which costs $170 - $500 and takes 16h 33m, you could also bus, which costs $150 - $280 and takes 20h 25m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Ottawa bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Loop and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 1h ahead of Chicago Loop. It is currently 6:38 AM in Chicago Loop and 7:38 AM in Ottawa.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Ottawa train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo Depew Station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Ottawa is 1208 km. It takes approximately 13h 35m to drive from Chicago Loop to Ottawa.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

Book your Chicago Loop to Ottawa train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Loop to Ottawa?

Book your Chicago Loop to Ottawa bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 295+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Chicago Loop to Ottawa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Ottawa by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)ORD - YOW
5h 22m
$298–1,111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to OttawaFlixBus 2701
20h 25m
$150–271
Train via Detroit
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit
2. Take the train from Windsor to Toronto Union Station
3. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Ottawa
16h 33m
$174–501
Drive 1,208.5 km
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Ottawa1,208.5 km
13h 35m
$243–350
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)MDW - YOW
6h 56m
$328–1,111
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)ORD - YUL
2. Take the train from Dorval to Ottawa
7h 30m
$308–1,081
Train
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Depew Station
2. Take the train from Buffalo to Toronto Union Station
3. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Ottawa
21h 26m
$163–494

Chicago Loop to Ottawa by train and car

21Weekly Services

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What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Ottawa, ON, Canada?

United Airlines and Air Canada fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa via Detroit, Windsor, and Toronto Union Station in around 16h 33m.

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