What is the travel distance from North Bay to Thunder Bay?

North Bay and Thunder Bay are 778 km (483 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from North Bay to Thunder Bay?

Buses departing from North Bay Bus Station in North Bay will take you to Lakehead University in Thunder Bay.

Bus North Bay to Thunder Bay from $182 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for North Bay to Thunder Bay on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	16h 31m	8:16am	Thunder Bay	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	16h 11m	7:56am	Landmark Hotel	No tags
Bus	3:57pm	North Bay Regional Health Centre	16h 19m	8:16am	Thunder Bay	No tags
Bus	3:57pm	North Bay Regional Health Centre	15h 59m	7:56am	Landmark Hotel	No tags
Bus	3:57pm	North Bay Regional Health Centre	16h 10m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from North Bay to Thunder Bay

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Thunder Bay. The journey takes about 16 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

16h 48mAverage Duration

771 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$218 - $281	Average Duration16h 48m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$99 - $99	Average Duration13h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

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Ontario Northland

4/57,700 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 7700 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Ontario Northland ticket prices on this trip start at $218

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Where are the popular stops in North Bay and Thunder Bay?

Stops in North Bay

A - North Bay Bus Station

Stops in Thunder Bay

A - Lakehead University

B - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

C - Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station

D - Happy Time Tours

Frequently asked questions about travelling from North Bay to Thunder Bay by bus

What is the travel distance from North Bay to Thunder Bay?
North Bay and Thunder Bay are 778 km (483 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from North Bay to Thunder Bay?
Buses departing from North Bay Bus Station in North Bay will take you to Lakehead University in Thunder Bay.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$224

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$183

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$182

The cheapest trip from North Bay to Thunder Bay was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $182

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from North Bay to Thunder Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $182 to $254 for a bus ticket from North Bay to Thunder Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2025-11-20.