What is the cheapest way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

The cheapest way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON is to bus which costs $45 - $140 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

The fastest way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs $420 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay, ON?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sault Ste Marie and arriving at Thunder Bay. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

The distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay, ON is 438 km. The road distance is 701.6 km.

How do I travel from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON without a car?

The best way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON without a car is to bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $45 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON bus from?

Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, depart from Sault Ste Marie station.

Bus or fly from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

The best way to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs $420 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $140 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON bus arrive?

Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, arrive at Thunder Bay station.

Can I drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON?

Yes, the driving distance between Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON is 702 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON.

Where can I stay near Thunder Bay, ON?

There are 33+ hotels available in Thunder Bay, ON.

Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)plane YAM - YQT
1h 53m
$424–1,013
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Baybus Ontc
9h 55m
$45–140
Drive 701.6 km
1. Drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ONcar 701.6 km
8h 48m
$138–199

Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay, ON by bus and foot

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 437.5 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada and Thunder Bay, ON, Canada?

Bearskin Lake Air flies from Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) twice daily. Alternatively, Ontario Northland operates a bus from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–140 and the journey takes 9h 36m.

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