Halifax to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Halifax from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Halifax to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 593.7 miles (955.5 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located W of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 828.5 miles, taking about 17h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in Canada — Halifax in Nova Scotia 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Halifax 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.