OC Transpo provides public transportation throughout Ottawa, combining bus rapid transit and light rail service to connect downtown with suburban communities. The system has transitioned toward a rail-focused network supported by feeder bus routes.

Key Features of Ottawa Transit

• O-Train Light Rail: The Confederation Line runs east–west through downtown via a fully separated rail corridor, forming the backbone of the transit system.

• Trillium Line: A north–south rail line connects key communities and continues expanding to serve growing suburbs.

• Bus Rapid Transit (Transitway): Dedicated bus corridors provide efficient service where rail lines are not yet available.

• Service Times: Transit operates daily from early morning until after midnight, with reduced overnight service on select routes.

• Accessibility: All trains and most buses are low-floor and accessible, with accessible stations across the rail network.

• Technology: Riders can use the OC Transpo app, website tools, and the PRESTO card system for fare payment and real-time tracking.

• Coverage: Service spans urban neighbourhoods, government employment hubs, universities, and suburban areas throughout the National Capital Region.

• Ottawa’s transit system continues evolving toward a “rail spine and feeder bus” model designed to improve reliability and commuter travel times.