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

The distance between the two cities is 483 miles (778 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from North Bay to Thunder Bay?

The majority of buses traveling from North Bay to Thunder Bay start their journey at North Bay Bus Station and wind up at Lakehead University. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus North Bay to Thunder Bay from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for North Bay to Thunder Bay on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	18h 18m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	Cheapest
Bus	3:57pm	North Bay Regional Health Centre	15h 59m	7:56am	Landmark Hotel	Fastest
Bus	1:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	18h 18m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	16h 18m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	16h 18m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	18h 22m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	18h 22m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	North Bay Bus Station	16h 22m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:47 PM EST.

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 the good way to reach Thunder Bay. The journey takes about 16 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

16h 48mAverage Duration

478 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $195	Average Duration16h 48m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$69 - $69	Average Duration13h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

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Ontario Northland

4/57,696 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 7696 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $152

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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 traveling from North Bay to Thunder Bay by bus

What is the travel distance from North Bay to Thunder Bay?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from North Bay to 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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$130

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$156

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$127

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The cheapest trip from North Bay to Thunder Bay was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $127

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 $127 to $177 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 $127 which is on 2025-11-14.