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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sault College | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sault Area Hospital | Landmark Hotel | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sault College | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sault College | Lakehead University | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sault College | Lakehead University | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:49 AM EST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Thunder Bay. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 743, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 826 - R 2 241 | Average duration9h 26m | 11kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 743 - R 1 180 | Average duration7h 45m | 18kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay?
Stops in Sault Ste. Marie
- A22 Northwood St, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4M4, Canada
- B503 Trunk Rd (Howard Johnsons), Sault Ste Marie, ON P6A 3T1
- C
Transit stop shelter on Willow Ave at Algoma Clinic entrance
294 Willow Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 0A9, Canada
Stops in Thunder Bay
- AAgora Circle at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, ON 7041 SN, Canada
- B
Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station
815 Fort William Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 3A4 - C
Happy Time Tours
1475 Walsh St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X6, Canada - D
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Main Entrance on Ron Saddington Way, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 7A5, Canada
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Customers praise the great bus driver for confidently navigating through bad weather and being courteous. However, there were complaints about a 1.5-hour delay with no communication to passengers and unresponsive 24/7 support for calls.
Ontario Northland Sault Ste. Marie Thunder Bay recent customer reviews
Bus started 1 hr 30 minutes late and there was no communication / update sent to the travellers, plus 24/7 support was not attending any calls.
Madhav S.
Great bus driver who drove confidently through some nasty weather ! He is a great driver and very courteous
Karla A.
Smooth journey
Wasim L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sault Ste. Marie, CA to Thunder Bay by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay start at R 1 826. The average price for this route is around R 1 840. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay?
The average bus journey time from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay is 9h 26m, covering a distance of 428 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 12m and is operated by Ontario Northland.
Which bus companies service the Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay at 22:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:44.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay?
A bus trip from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sault Ste. Marie, CA to Thunder Bay was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 537To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sault Ste. Marie, CA to Thunder Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 537 to R 2 242 for a bus ticket from Sault Ste. Marie, CA to Thunder Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 537, which is on 2025-12-09.
