Ottawa to Windsor by bus
Windsor lies 681 km (423 mi) south-west of Ottawa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 28 min including stops, over roughly 831 km (516 mi) of road.
| Ottawa | Windsor | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 1 million | 229,660 |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
Where to book buses from Ottawa to Windsor
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Staying in Windsor
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Common questions
How far is Windsor from Ottawa?
681 km (423 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ottawa; by road roughly 831 km (516 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Windsor by bus?
About 12 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ottawa and Windsor?
No, both are on America/Toronto at the moment.
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 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.