Bus from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Thunder Bay on March 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Ontario NorthlandBus
CHEO
Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences CentreCheapest
Ontario NorthlandBus
CHEO
Landmark HotelFastest
Ontario NorthlandBus
CHEO
Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences CentreNo tags
Ontario NorthlandBus
CHEO
Lakehead UniversityNo tags
Ontario NorthlandBus
CHEO
Lakehead UniversityNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:01 AM EDT.

Get from Ottawa to Thunder Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 43 minutes, and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
21h 43mAverage Duration
1087 kmDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Thunder Bay start from $4. The average price for this route is around $277. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    The average bus travel time from Ottawa to Thunder Bay is 21h 43m, covering a distance of 1087 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 31m and is operated by Ontario Northland.

  3. Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Thunder Bay route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Ontario Northland, Maheux.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Thunder Bay at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    A bus trip from Ottawa to Thunder Bay generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Maheux, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 6673 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ontario Northland has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Maheux, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Maheux, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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03-19
$231
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay was searched and found on Mar 19, 2026 with a price of $231

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

You can expect to pay from $231 to $272 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $231 which is on 2026-03-19.

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