The cheapest and fastest buses from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY without transferring at least once.
12:00 PM10h55Ottawa, ON10:55 PMRensselaer, NY$1081One-way1 transfer
8:45 PM7h20Ottawa, ON4:05 AMRensselaer, NY$1081One-way1 transfer
8:45 PM7h20Ottawa, ON4:05 AMRensselaer, NY$1081One-way1 transfer
12:00 PM10h55Ottawa, ON10:55 PMRensselaer, NY$1081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $108. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, and a train costs an average of $185.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$108 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price |
9h 46m Average total duration Fastest 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 18m Average total duration 17h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $126 |
Live departures
Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY buses for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 3:40 PM Ottawa, Gloucester Centre, ON | 22h15 | 1:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 4:30 PM Ottawa, Hudson's Bay (Bayshore Shopping Centre), ON | 21h25 | 1:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Ottawa, Hudson's Bay (Bayshore Shopping Centre), ON | 24h50 | 5:20 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 6:30 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 19h25 | 1:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Kanata, Terry Fox Drive (Gas+), ON | 22h20 | 5:20 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 7:00 PM Kanata, Terry Fox Drive (Gas+), ON | 18h55 | 1:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 21h50 | 5:20 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Ottawa, VIA Rail, ON | 21h30 | 5:00 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 PM Ottawa, ON | 10h55 | 10:55 PM Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY
Buses from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $108 (€88) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€88) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Bus providers: Tour Express from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NYYou can travel by bus between Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY with Tour Express for as low as $108 (€88). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottawa, ON to Rensselaer, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rensselaer, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.



