How far is Thunder Bay from North Bay?

Thunder Bay and North Bay are 483 miles (778 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Thunder Bay to North Bay leave from Lakehead University and arrive at North Bay Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Thunder Bay to North Bay from $163 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Thunder Bay to North Bay on November 21
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 57m	5:41pm	Founders House (W)	No tags
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	16h 49m	5:41pm	Founders House (W)	No tags
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	16h 50m	5:42pm	Education Centre	No tags
Bus	12:52am	Landmark Hotel	16h 29m	5:21pm	North Bay Bus Station	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 $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

16h 57mAverage Duration

482 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

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

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 Regional Health Sciences Centre
Main Entrance on Ron Saddington Way, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 7A5, Canada
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C
Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station
815 Fort William Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 3A4
D
Happy Time Tours
1475 Walsh St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X6, Canada

Stops in North Bay

A
North Bay Bus Station
100 Station Rd, North Bay, ON P1B 8G4
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Ontario Northland

4/57,703 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 7703 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

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

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

11/18

$130

11/19

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Today

$163

11/21

$163

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The cheapest trip from Thunder Bay to North Bay was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $130

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 $130 to $184 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 $163 which is on 2025-11-21.