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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | CHEO | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | CHEO | Landmark Hotel | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | CHEO | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | CHEO | Lakehead University | No tags | ||||
| Bus | CHEO | Lakehead University | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Thunder Bay
The journey takes about 21 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Thunder Bay?
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
- C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, 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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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Thunder Bay start from $3. The average price for this route is around $195. 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 Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
The average bus trip duration from Ottawa to Thunder Bay is 21h 42m, covering a distance of 674 miles (1087 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 31m and is operated by Ontario Northland.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Thunder Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Ontario Northland, Maheux.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 6686 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ontario Northland has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Maheux, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $163To 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 $163 to $236 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 $163 which is on 2026-03-24.
