FlixBus Expands Ottawa Service with New Stop at VIA Rail Station, Strengthening Intermodal Connectivity

+++New partnership improves travel accessibility for thousands of passengers 

DALLAS, TX (March 20, 2025) – FlixBus, a Flix North America brand and the continent’s fastest-growing intercity bus service, is enhancing connectivity in Canada with the launch of a new stop at the VIA Rail Ottawa Station. Beginning March 20, 2025, passengers will enjoy greater convenience and seamless transfers between rail and bus travel in Canada’s capital. 

The new Ottawa stop at VIA Rail allows FlixBus passengers to take advantage of a well-connected, centrally located transit hub, with direct access to local public transportation, shopping, and educational institutions, including the University of Ottawa and St. Laurent Shopping Mall. 

“With this new intermodal stop location, we’re enhancing the travel experience for our passengers while taking a significant step toward building a more integrated transportation network in Canada,” said Karina Frayter, head of corporate affairs at Flix North America. “When passengers can easily connect between different modes of transportation, they benefit from a smoother, more convenient journey. Intercity bus and rail services should work together to provide seamless, accessible and cost-effective travel options. This collaboration with VIA Rail underscores our commitment to delivering affordable, reliable, and convenient travel experience for our customers.” 

FlixBus currently connects Ottawa with Toronto, London, Niagara Falls, and Windsor in Canada, as well as Detroit, Michigan in the United States, providing affordable and reliable intercity transportation for thousands of travelers each week. The stop will serve as a key hub within FlixBus’ growing network, offering passengers more convenient connections across Ontario and beyond. 

Strengthening Ottawa’s Transportation Network 

FlixBus is a leading provider of intercity bus service in Ottawa and serves hundreds of thousands of passengers annually. The addition of this stop is a long-awaited improvement in passenger experience, addressing a need for a permanent, central, and efficient location in the city. By co-locating services at key stations, VIA Rail and FlixBus are enabling smoother transfers for passengers who rely on both modes of transportation. 

With this change, daily departures will also increase in 2025, further solidifying Ottawa as a key hub within FlixBus’ growing North American network. FlixBus is committed to expanding its service in Canada, with plans for additional routes and destinations in the future. By continuing to invest in strategic locations and intermodal partnerships, FlixBus is making intercity travel more accessible, convenient, and sustainable for Canadian passengers. 

Passengers can book tickets at flixbus.com or via the FlixBus mobile app. 

Media Contact: 

Merrill Leedom, PR Communications Manager | press@flixbus.com  

About Flix North America Inc. 

Flix North America Inc., the parent company of FlixBus Inc. and Greyhound Lines, Inc., is a leading provider of long-distance bus transportation in North America. We’re a subsidiary of Germany-based Flix SE, a global travel technology company operating bus and train services in more than 40 countries across four continents. Greyhound and FlixBus, together with their trusted partners, offer the most extensive coast-to-coast network of intercity bus routes, providing travelers with affordable and sustainable transportation options to over 1,600 destinations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. More than 12 million passengers ride with us each year. Our mission is to keep communities connected and help drive affordable and sustainable travel for everyone. For more information, please visit our website and press room.