What are the most popular routes to Canada?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal - New York City | Average priceR 1 429 | Average duration11h 15m | Daily departures41 | |
| Montreal - Quebec City | Average priceR 686 | Average duration2h 45m | Daily departures5 | |
| Ottawa - Montreal | Average priceR 661 | Average duration1h 50m | Daily departures12 | |
| Ottawa - Toronto | Average priceR 585 | Average duration5h 45m | Daily departures194 | |
| Toronto - Ottawa | Average priceR 619 | Average duration5h 59m | Daily departures205 | |
| Toronto - Ottawa | Average priceR 442 | Average duration5h 10m | Daily departures30 | |
| Montreal - Ottawa | Average priceR 815 | Average duration2h 35m | Daily departures28 | |
| Toronto - New York City | Average priceR 1 429 | Average duration13h 10m | Daily departures47 | |
| Vancouver - Seattle | Average priceR 817 | Average duration4h 50m | Daily departures40 | |
| Vancouver - Seattle | Average priceR 1 558 | Average duration4h 25m | Daily departures3 |
What popular bus companies operate in Canada?
Why choose Busbud?
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Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.
Frequently asked questions about travelling in Canada
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much does a bus ticket cost in Canada?
Bus travel in Canada is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was R 718. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Canada:
Montreal ↔ New York City (average: R 1 429)
Montreal ↔ Quebec City (average: R 686)
Ottawa ↔ Montreal (average: R 661)What is the best way to travel around Canada?
While you can choose between different types of transport, Buses, Trains and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Canada:
- Bus: 12810 routes
- Carpool: 4753 routes
- Train: 3825 routes
- Shuttle: 864 routes
- Van: 6 routesHow do I book bus and train tickets in Canada?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Canada?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Canada with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD) is the main currency.How do I get from Montreal to New York City by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Montreal to New York City
Travel time: 11h 15m
Ticket prices: From R 1 429
Frequency: 41 departures daily
Recommended operators: Amtrak, Ebus, Rider Express, VIA Rail Canada, Ontario Northland, Megabus, FlixBus, Orléans Express, Maritime Bus, Red ArrowHow do I get from Canada to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Montreal ↔ New York City, United States
Toronto ↔ New York City, United States
Vancouver ↔ Seattle, United States
Montreal ↔ Boston, United States
Ottawa ↔ New York City, United States
The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Vancouver ↔ Seattle, United States
Toronto ↔ New York City, United States
Montreal ↔ Boston, United StatesWhat are the most popular airports in Canada?
You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Pearson Toronto Airport (YYZ), Calgary International Airport (YYC), Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, Edmonton International Airport, Abbotsford Airport, Vancouver International Airport, Kelowna International Airport, Halifax Airport, Moncton Airport, Winnipeg International Airport