Ottawa to Richmond by bus
Richmond lies 886 km (550 mi) south of Ottawa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 9 min including stops, over roughly 1,081 km (672 mi) of road.
| Ottawa | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | United States |
| Population | 1 million | 226,610 |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
What changes when you arrive in Richmond
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 Richmond
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Staying in Richmond
Live rooms and prices for Richmond are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Richmond
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Richmond from Ottawa?
886 km (550 mi) in a straight line, south of Ottawa; by road roughly 1,081 km (672 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Richmond by bus?
About 16 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ottawa and Richmond?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Richmond?
The Dollar (USD).
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.