Bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS from $193

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS from various bus operators like VIA Rail Canada for the next days.

today
$255
tomorrow
Friday
$217
Saturday
Sunday
$288
Monday
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
VIA Rail Canada 27h 19m 2:17 PM Ottawa, ON Train Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $255
VIA Rail Canada 30h 32m 11:04 AM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $272
VIA Rail Canada 28h 21m 1:15 PM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $272
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS via Québec, QC, you can save more than $82? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • VIA Rail Canada
      35h 29m
      0
      6:07 AM
      Ottawa, ON
      Train Station
      11:47 AM
      Québec, QC
      Gare du Palais Bus Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $37
      • Waiting Time 10h 25m
    • VIA Rail Canada
      19h 24m
      0
      10:12 PM
      Québec, QC
      Sainte Foy Train station
      6:36 PM
      Halifax, NS
      Central Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $136
    Travel time is 7h 10m longer, but you will save $82

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
VIA Rail Canada 27h 19m 2:17 PM Ottawa, ON Train Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $217
VIA Rail Canada 30h 32m 11:04 AM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $285
VIA Rail Canada 28h 21m 1:15 PM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $285
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS via Québec, QC, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • VIA Rail Canada
      35h 29m
      0
      6:07 AM
      Ottawa, ON
      Train Station
      11:47 AM
      Québec, QC
      Gare du Palais Bus Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $37
      • Waiting Time 10h 25m
    • VIA Rail Canada
      19h 24m
      0
      10:12 PM
      Québec, QC
      Sainte Foy Train station
      6:36 PM
      Halifax, NS
      Central Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $136
    Travel time is 7h 10m longer, but you will save $44

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
VIA Rail Canada 28h 21m 1:15 PM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $288
VIA Rail Canada 27h 19m 2:17 PM Ottawa, ON Train Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $305
VIA Rail Canada 30h 32m 11:04 AM Ottawa, ON Fallowfield Station 6:36 PM Halifax, NS Central Station  Economy $313
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS via Québec, QC, you can save more than $115? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • VIA Rail Canada
      35h 29m
      0
      6:07 AM
      Ottawa, ON
      Train Station
      11:47 AM
      Québec, QC
      Gare du Palais Bus Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $37
      • Waiting Time 10h 25m
    • VIA Rail Canada
      19h 24m
      0
      10:12 PM
      Québec, QC
      Sainte Foy Train station
      6:36 PM
      Halifax, NS
      Central Station
      0
      VIA Rail Canada
      Economy
      $136
    Travel time is 7h 10m longer, but you will save $115

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS is $193 on 5/10/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS

See here how frequent the connections between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Compare all providers like VIA Rail Canada that travel 3 times every day by bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS starting from $193!

Cheapest Bus $193
Fastest Bus 28h 19m
Earliest Bus 11:04 AM
Latest Bus 2:17 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 593.5 miles
Bus Companies VIA Rail Canada

Cheapest bus connections from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Ottawa, ON for Halifax, NS: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/26
Monday 04/27
Tuesday 04/28
Wednesday 04/29
$255
Thursday 04/30
Friday 05/01
$217
Saturday 05/02
Sunday 05/03
$271
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
$197
Saturday 05/09
Sunday 05/10
$193
Monday 05/11
Tuesday 05/12
Wednesday 05/13
$212
Thursday 05/14
Friday 05/15
$235
Saturday 05/16
Sunday 05/17
$203
Monday 05/18
Tuesday 05/19
Wednesday 05/20
Thursday 05/21
Friday 05/22
Saturday 05/23

The cheapest time to travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $193, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $212.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS, with $217. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $272.

How to save money travelling from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

These are the most booked bus companies between Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS from our users.

VIA Rail Canada from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

VIA Rail Canada

Here you will find the key facts about the VIA Rail Canada bus route Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS:

Cheapest Price $217
Fastest Bus 28h 19m
Earliest Bus 11:04 AM
Last Bus 2:17 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 4/24/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS? Compare all modes of transports from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS? Or which bus companies serve the route Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS bus

How much does a Ottawa, ON Halifax, NS bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $193 and takes 28h 19m to reach Halifax, NS. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $193 and $313. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Halifax, NS.

On average, how many connections are available from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS each day?

Every day, the Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS take?

The fastest bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS is offered by VIA Rail Canada and takes 28h 19m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $255. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?

The earliest bus arriving in Halifax, NS from Ottawa, ON starts at 11:04 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?

The latest bus trip departing from Ottawa, ON for Halifax, NS starts at 2:17 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Ottawa, ON Halifax, NS route?

When traveling by bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS, passengers can travel with VIA Rail Canada. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS?

You can check all the direct connections between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: VIA Rail Canada.

What can I take with me on the Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Ottawa, ON Halifax, NS bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Ottawa, ON Halifax, NS bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Ottawa, ON and Halifax, NS change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ottawa, ON to Halifax, NS

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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