Ottawa to Montréal by bus
Montréal lies 165 km (102 mi) east of Ottawa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 13 min including stops, over roughly 201 km (125 mi) of road.
| Ottawa | Montréal | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 1 million | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 216 m (709 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
Where to book buses from Ottawa to Montréal
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Staying in Montréal
Our booking partner lists 875 places to stay in Montréal. Of the 551 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (266), and 9 are five-star. Across 253 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 330,220 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Montréal from Ottawa?
165 km (102 mi) in a straight line, east of Ottawa; by road roughly 201 km (125 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Montréal by bus?
About 3 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ottawa and Montréal?
No, both are on America/Toronto at the moment.
Where can I stay in Montréal?
Our booking partner lists 875 places to stay in Montréal, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.