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Ottawa to Columbia

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Ottawa, Canada → Columbia, United States of America

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Eight ways to Travel from Ottawa to Columbia

Composite routes from Ottawa to Columbia

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$699.74

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
7h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.51–$1,526.71
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.90–$1,145.03

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$699.74

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Port Huron Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$152.67
Train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.62–$178.12
Train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
10h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$61.07–$216.28
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.90–$139.95

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Ottawa to Dorval
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.17–$95.42
Train from Ottawa to Toronto
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$47.07–$114.50
Train from Toronto Union Station to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.45–$95.42
Train from London to Sarnia
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$95.42
Train from Toronto Union Station to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.45–$95.42

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Indianapolis Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.08–$152.67
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$108.14
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.36–$165.39
Bus from Gary Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$178.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ottawa to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
13h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.89–$165.39

Miller Transportation

Phone:
+1 800-544-2383
Website:
ridewithmiller.com
Bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis,
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$82.70

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis,
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$82.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Columbia is to bus which costs $92.39 - $434.78 and takes 28h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Columbia is to fly which takes 7h 54m and costs $293.48 - $1086.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Columbia via Detroit, MI, Indianapolis Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 30m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Columbia?

The distance between Ottawa and Columbia is 1879 km. The road distance is 1845.3 km.

How do I travel from Ottawa to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 28h 30m and costs $92.39 - $434.78 .

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Columbia?

It takes approximately 9h 43m to get from Ottawa to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Columbia bus from?

Ottawa to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ottawa station.

Bus or fly from Ottawa to Columbia?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Columbia is to bus which takes 28h 30m and costs $92.39 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $293.48 - $1086.96 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Ottawa to Columbia bus arrive?

Ottawa to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Columbia?

Columbia is 1h behind Ottawa. It is currently 22:45 in Ottawa and 21:45 in Columbia.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Columbia is 1845 km. It takes approximately 19h 48m to drive from Ottawa to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 48+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $39.25 per night.
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