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How to get fromOttawa to Watertownby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ottawa to Watertown by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train, drive

    best
    1. Take the train from Ottawa to Kingstontrain train VIA Rail
    2. Drive from Kingston to Watertowncar car
    3h 17m
    $46–196

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Ottawa, ON, Waller St to Kingston, ONbus bus Ottawa
    2. Drive from Kingston, ON to Watertowncar car
    3h 36m
    $21–75

  3. Drive 115.1 mi

    1. Drive from Ottawa to Watertowncar car 115.1 mi
    2h 30m
    $27–38

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  • Distance: 182.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Watertown, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ottawa to Watertown. However, you can take the train to Kingston then drive to Watertown. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ottawa, ON, Waller St to Watertown via Kingston, ON in around 3h 36m.

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