How far is Thunder Bay from North Bay?

The distance between Thunder Bay and North Bay is approximately 778 km (483 miles).

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

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

Bus Thunder Bay to North Bay from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Thunder Bay to North Bay on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre	16h 58m	5:42pm	Education Centre	No tags
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre	16h 37m	5:21pm	North Bay Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:44am	Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre	16h 57m	5:41pm	Founders House (W)	No tags
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	16h 29m	5:21pm	North Bay Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	16h 49m	5:41pm	Founders House (W)	No tags

Get from Thunder Bay to North Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just $219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

16h 57mAverage Duration

778 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

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Ontario Northland

4/57,701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 7701 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 $219

Ontario Northland Thunder Bay North Bay recent customer reviews

It was the worst bus ride I have ever had the bus driver from thunderbay to sault was passing semis very fast and then around 6am started getting tired and swirving all over the road hitting the rumble strip again and again, then once went right over the rumbles strip and I’m sure if I didn’t scream he wouldn’t have woken ip

Alaina I.

August 15, 2024

Everything was really nice

Selena M.

June 3, 2025

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

Stops in Thunder Bay

A - Lakehead University

B - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

C - Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station

D - Happy Time Tours

Stops in North Bay

A - North Bay Bus Station

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-14

$183

11-15

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$183

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11-18

$186

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The cheapest trip from Thunder Bay to North Bay was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $183

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 North Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $183 to $217 for a bus ticket from Thunder Bay to North Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-11-18.