How much is the bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Marathon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Thunder Bay to Marathon start from $80. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Thunder Bay to Marathon?

The average bus travel time from Thunder Bay to Marathon is 3h 42m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Ontario Northland .

Which bus companies service the Thunder Bay to Marathon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Thunder Bay to Marathon?

The earliest bus departs from Thunder Bay to Marathon at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 12:52am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thunder Bay to Marathon?

A bus trip from Thunder Bay to Marathon generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Thunder Bay to Marathon from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Thunder Bay to Marathon on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	Cheapest
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	3h 34m	4:26am	Marathon	Fastest
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags

Next departures for Thunder Bay to Marathon on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	Cheapest
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	3h 34m	4:26am	Marathon	Fastest
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags

Next departures for Thunder Bay to Marathon on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	Cheapest
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	3h 34m	4:26am	Marathon	Fastest
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	3h 42m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags
Bus	12:39am	Lakehead University	3h 47m	4:26am	Marathon	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Thunder Bay to Marathon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Marathon. The journey takes about 3 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 42mAverage Duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $102	Average Duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$82 - $110	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $35	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Thunder Bay and Marathon?

Stops in Thunder Bay

A
Lakehead University
Agora Circle at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, ON 7041 SN, Canada
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B
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Main Entrance on Ron Saddington Way, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 7A5, Canada
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C
Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station
815 Fort William Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 3A4
D
Happy Time Tours
1475 Walsh St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X6, Canada

Stops in Marathon

A
Bushwhacked Inc.
Bushwhacked Inc., 2 Hemlo Drive Unit 12, Marathon Mall, Marathon ON P0T 2E0, Canada

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Ontario Northland

4/57,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Users have reported feeling safe and satisfied with their journey, highlighting an overall positive experience. However, there was a mention of the bus arriving late on one occasion.

Ontario Northland Thunder Bay Marathon recent customer reviews

The bus came late, but the rest of the journey was good

Alexandre M.

December 15, 2024

I enjoyed the trip. I arrived at my destination. Felt safe.

Jordan V.

October 1, 2024

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Marathon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thunder Bay to Marathon start from $80. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Thunder Bay to Marathon?
The average bus travel time from Thunder Bay to Marathon is 3h 42m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Ontario Northland.
Which bus companies service the Thunder Bay to Marathon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Thunder Bay to Marathon?
The earliest bus departs from Thunder Bay to Marathon at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 12:52am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thunder Bay to Marathon?
A bus trip from Thunder Bay to Marathon generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-30

$84

12-01

$73

Today

$81

12-03

$84

12-04

$66

12-05

$66

12-06

No data

12-07

No data

The cheapest trip from Thunder Bay to Marathon, CA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $95 for a bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Marathon, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-05.