Calgary to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Calgary from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?
The distance from Calgary to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 1786.8 miles (2875.6 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located E of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2077.2 miles, taking about 43h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 6min. Both are located in Canada — Calgary in Alberta and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada in Ontario.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Calgary and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Calgary to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Suggested Stops Between Calgary & Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 596 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 149 hours
- You could travel this distance about 13.9 times to circle the Earth's equator