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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Ottawa is to bus which costs $90 - $160 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Ottawa is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $190 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Ottawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newark Penn Station station and arriving at Ottawa. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Ottawa via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Montréal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

How far is it from Newark to Ottawa?

The distance between Newark and Ottawa is 552 km. The road distance is 635.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Ottawa without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $90 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Newark to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Ottawa bus from?

Newark to Ottawa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Ottawa train from?

Newark to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from Newark to Ottawa?

The best way to get from Newark to Ottawa is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $190 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 8h 55m, you could also train, which costs $210 - $1,400 and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Newark to Ottawa bus arrive?

Newark to Ottawa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Ottawa station.

Where does the Newark to Ottawa train arrive?

Newark to Ottawa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Montreal Central Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Ottawa is 636 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Newark to Ottawa.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newark to Ottawa?

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

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 315+ hotels available in Ottawa.

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

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Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
best
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)plane EWR - YOW
4h 37m
$196–661
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Ottawabus FlixBus 2678
8h 55m
$90–160
Train
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Montreal Central Stationtrain Adirondack
2. Take the train from Montréal to Ottawatrain VIA Rail
16h 22m
$213–1,327
Drive 635.9 km
1. Drive from Newark to Ottawacar 635.9 km
8h 30m
$127–183
Fly Laguardia Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)plane LGA - YOW
7h 34m
$269–892
Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, train
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)plane EWR - YUL
2. Take the train from Dorval to Ottawatrain
6h 35m
$221–951

Newark to Ottawa by bus (Flixbus)

5Weekly Buses

8h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 552.3 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Ottawa, ON, Canada?

Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) hourly. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Ottawa 5 times a week. Tickets cost $90–160 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport

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Drive 635.9 km

Fly Laguardia Airport to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport

Fly Newark Liberty International Airport to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, train