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

The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Thunder Bay start from CN¥1,338. The average price for this route is around CN¥1,365. 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 travel time from Ottawa to Thunder Bay is 21h 51m, covering a distance of 1086 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.

What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 10:30am.

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 27.147050000000004 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Ottawa to Thunder Bay from CN¥1,123 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ottawa to Thunder Bay on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 38m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	Cheapest
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 31m	7:56am	Landmark Hotel	Fastest
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 38m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	No tags
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 42m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 42m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags

Next departures for Ottawa to Thunder Bay on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 38m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	Cheapest
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 31m	7:56am	Landmark Hotel	Fastest
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 38m	8:03am	Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre	No tags
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 42m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags
Bus	10:25am	CHEO	21h 42m	8:07am	Lakehead University	No tags

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Get from Ottawa to Thunder Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just CN¥1,338, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

21h 51mAverage Duration

1086 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Thunder Bay?

Stops in Ottawa

A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
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B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
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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
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D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada
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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

A
Lakehead University
Agora Circle at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, ON 7041 SN, Canada
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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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Compare bus companies

Ontario Northland

4.2/57,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.7

Based on 7871 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 Wi‑Fi. Ontario Northland ticket prices on this trip start at CN¥1,338

Ontario Northland Ottawa Thunder Bay recent customer reviews

I'm so satisfy

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January 6, 2025

CA bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Valley Transit, Adirondack Trailways, Ontario Northland, Ebus

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 CN¥1,338. The average price for this route is around CN¥1,365. 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 travel time from Ottawa to Thunder Bay is 21h 51m, covering a distance of 1086 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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 10:30am.
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 27.147050000000004 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

04-26

CN¥1,400

04-27

CN¥1,468

Today

CN¥1,407

04-29

CN¥1,404

04-30

CN¥1,400

05-01

CN¥1,145

05-02

No data

05-03

CN¥1,141

The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Thunder Bay was searched and found on May 3, 2026 with a price of CN¥1,141

To 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 CN¥1,141 to CN¥1,659 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 CN¥1,141 which is on 2026-05-03.