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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Rochester | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Bayshore Mall-Ottawa | Rochester | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Rochester | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Rochester | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Rochester | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:58 PM EDT.
Get from Ottawa to Rochester
The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just CZK 1,388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Rochester?
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
- C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
Compare bus companies
Based on 12516 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at CZK 1,388
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Rochester, NY, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Rochester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Rochester start from CZK 1,388. The average price for this route is around CZK 1,627. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Rochester?
The average bus travel time from Ottawa to Rochester is 13h, covering a distance of 290 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Rochester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ottawa to Rochester?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Rochester at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Rochester?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Rochester generates an estimated 7.232474999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Apr 24, 2026 with a price of CZK 1,858To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Rochester, NY, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CZK 1,858 to CZK 1,890 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 1,858 which is on 2026-04-24.
