What is the cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is to bus which costs $100 - $310 and takes 22h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

The fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $270 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Thunder Bay and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Thunder Bay to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Thunder Bay and arriving at Ottawa - Via Rail via Sault Ste Marie and Sudbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 41m.

How far is it from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

The distance between Thunder Bay and Ottawa is 1103 km. The road distance is 1375.6 km.

How do I travel from Thunder Bay to Ottawa without a car?

The best way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa without a car is to bus which takes 22h 41m and costs $100 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thunder Bay to Ottawa bus from?

Thunder Bay to Ottawa bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, depart from Thunder Bay station.

Bus or fly from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

The best way to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $270 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $310 and takes 22h 41m.

Where does the Thunder Bay to Ottawa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Thunder Bay to Ottawa is 1376 km. It takes approximately 18h 25m to drive from Thunder Bay to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 317+ hotels available in Ottawa.

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There are 4 ways to get from Thunder Bay to Ottawa by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)plane YQT - YOW
2h 47m
$279–543
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thunder Bay to Sault Ste Mariebus
2. Take the bus from Sault Ste Marie to Sudburybus
3. Take the bus from Sudbury to Ottawa - Via Railbus
22h 41m
$102–307
Drive 1,375.6 km
1. Drive from Thunder Bay to Ottawacar 1,375.6 km
18h 25m
$273–394
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thunder Bay, ON to White River, ONbus
2. Take the train from White River to Sudburytrain
3. Take the bus from Sudbury to Ottawa - Via Railbus
23h
$328–673

Thunder Bay to Ottawa by bus

6Weekly Buses

22h 41mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,102.5 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Thunder Bay, ON, Canada and Ottawa, ON, Canada?

Porter Airlines and Air Canada fly from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thunder Bay to Ottawa - Via Rail via Sault Ste Marie and Sudbury in around 22h 41m.

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