Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Ottawa
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers have praised the bus service for its convenient schedules and smooth rides, appreciating features like easy transfers at new stations. However, some users noted issues such as inconsistent amenities like Wi-Fi and power outlets, warm temperatures on board, cramped seating with limited legroom, and occasional aggressive driving that affected comfort levels.
FlixBus London Ottawa recent customer reviews
Loved that it was right on schedule and met my expectations. It was convenient and easy to use. What I did not enjoy as much was that I had paid for a "direct" bus but was asked to get off in Scarborough and switch buses. It wasn't so bad as the 2nd bus was much nicer and comfortable. Also, when I first got on the bus, I had an assigned seat but the bus was full and I had to resort to sitting at the very back.
4 out of 5 stars
Nelson M.
the bus was running very late without giving proper notice, so I was unable to take the bus.
1 out of 5 stars
Skylar T.
I found the internet little to non existent. More leg room would have been nice, felt cramped.
Driver was excellent
According to 14 reviews, Rider Express received a 3.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the timeliness. Rider Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Rider Express London Ottawa recent customer reviews
I was left stranded in Toronto when the bus arrived late and didn't stop to board for Ottawa.
1 out of 5 stars
Jason M.
Driver was great
5 out of 5 stars
Sara K.
The drivers were really professional. Very comfortable trip.
Based on 2365 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at US$19
Users have shared positive experiences regarding the trip and driver, highlighting a great journey from Masonville Mall London to Pearson. However, some noted that the pick-up stop was not clearly indicated and there were concerns about having enough time for connections. Overall, travelers appreciated the quality of service provided by the drivers.
ONEXBUS London Ottawa recent customer reviews
Trip and driver from Masonville mall London to Pearson was great! Driver very good. Pick up stop not clear though
5 out of 5 stars
Cynthia K.
Bus ride from Toronto airport to Ottawa was awful and dangerous. Driver was falling asleep at the wheel. He kept hitting the rumble strip on the side of the highway as he would drift off then it would wake him up and he would jerk back into the lane. A number of other passengers noticed this and had to move to the front row to make sure he stayed awake. This could have caused a serious accident. Very disappointed with my experience.
Based on 4561 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Red Arrow ticket prices on this trip start at US$61
According to 12 reviews, Book A Ride received a 1.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access, but some complained about the WiFi. Book A Ride ticket prices on this trip start at US$56
Book A Ride London Ottawa recent customer reviews
They rescheduled my connecting ticket to depart 3 hours after I originally booked after I had already started my trip. Then the ticket they gave me when rescheduling showed up as an error to the bus operator and nearly was not allowed on the bus. Then I was told the drop off location changed, so I planned accordingly, and it did not change at all and was dropped off at the original location. Most of the electric plugs on the bus didn't work either. The bathroom was very dirty and had no working flush button or hand sanitizer. There was also a very loud clicking noise that came on and off every 5 to 10 seconds with flashing lights too. The wifi didn't work, but that wasn't surprising as I've never been on a Book A Ride that has working wifi. My trip went from 9 hours to 14 hours and was overall very frustrating. I regret booking with them.
1 out of 5 stars
Kaitlyn B.
They cancelled it after it was supposed to show up. Some people got a text, some people didn’t.
1 out of 5 stars
Mitchell A.
Very bad , the bus doesn’t done the trip and I missed the second bus, no answer my call my text messages very very bad , I will not advise any one to booking at this company
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Where are the popular stops in London and Ottawa?
Stops in London
A - Intercity Bus Terminal, 101 York Street, London
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, CanadaUniversity of Ottawa
Frequently asked questions on the trip London, CA - Ottawa, CA
How far is London from Ottawa?
The distance between London and Ottawa is around 518 km (321 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from London to Ottawa?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercity Bus Terminal, 101 York Street, London, in London, and end it at Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd), in Ottawa.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09-14
US$44
09-15
US$37
Today
US$38
09-17
US$49
09-18
US$37
09-19
US$56
09-20
US$46
09-21
US$40
The cheapest trip from London, CA to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on Sep 15, 2025 with a price of US$37
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London, CA to Ottawa, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$81 for a bus ticket from London, CA to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-09-18.
Usually Rider Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
What's the cheapest way to go from London, CA to Ottawa, CA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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