Ottawa to New York City by bus
New York City lies 540 km (336 mi) south of Ottawa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 56 min including stops, over roughly 659 km (409 mi) of road.
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| Ottawa | New York City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | United States |
| Population | 1 million | 8.8 million |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
What changes when you arrive in New York City
Crossing from Canada into United States: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Ottawa to New York City
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Staying in New York City
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Common questions
How far is New York City from Ottawa?
540 km (336 mi) in a straight line, south of Ottawa; by road roughly 659 km (409 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ottawa to New York City by bus?
About 9 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ottawa and New York City?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in New York City?
The Dollar (USD).
Where can I stay in New York City?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in New York City, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.