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

254.8 miles 410 km · straight line
320.5 miles actual route 515.8 km · driving distance
6h 17min estimated drive time
CAD 52 - CAD 64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 254.8 miles (410 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located NE of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.5 miles, taking about 6h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 17min CAD 52 - CAD 64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 32min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 58min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m elevation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM