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What is the best way to travel from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
21h 13m
$182
$235
37
Flight
1h 54m
$144
$302
54

What is the cheapest way to reach Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON?

You can get to Thunder Bay, ON with just $144 by taking a Flight from Porter Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
Tuesday
from $216
Wednesday
from $182
Thursday
from $196
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from $144

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $216
  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $216
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 3m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Union Station Bus Terminal
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $219
  • Metrolinx
    23h 41m
    0
    8:26 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Scarborough Town Center
    8:07 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Agora Circle / Lakehead University
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $221
  • Metrolinx
    22h 40m
    0
    9:27 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Scarborough Town Center
    8:07 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Agora Circle / Lakehead University
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $221
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Porter Airlines
    7h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:25 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $298
  • CargoLogicAir
    4h 10m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    11:10 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    CargoLogicAir
    Economy
    from $336
  • Air Transat
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $386
  • Air Canada
    1h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    6:25 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from $414
  • Westjet Airlines
    11h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    11:10 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $585

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Metrolinx
    23h 51m
    0
    8:12 AM
    Toronto, ON
    University of Toronto Scarborough Bus Stop
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $182
  • Metrolinx
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    University of Toronto Scarborough Bus Stop
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $182
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $206
  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $206
  • VIA Rail Canada
    22h 10m
    0
    9:55 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Front St West
    8:05 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Mud River Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    $612

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $196
  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $196
  • Ontario Northland
    21h 56m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Union Station Bus Terminal
    7:56 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Landmark Hotel Bus Station
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $199
  • Metrolinx
    23h 1m
    0
    9:02 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $228
  • Metrolinx
    21h 33m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $228
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • CargoLogicAir
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    CargoLogicAir
    Economy
    from $286
  • Porter Airlines
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $287
  • Air Transat
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $326
  • Air Canada
    1h 55m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:05 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from $329
  • Air Canada rouge
    1h 55m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    11:35 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada rouge
    Economy
    from $329

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Porter Airlines
    1h 54m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:24 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $144
  • Air Transat
    1h 54m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:24 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $168
  • Westjet Airlines
    24h 41m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $195
  • Westjet Airlines
    11h 31m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $206
  • Flair Airlines
    16h 36m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Flair Airlines
    Economy
    from $246

What are the fastest trips from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON?

You can get to Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON in just 1h 54m with a Flight from Porter Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 55m
Wednesday
from 21h 13m
Thursday
from 1h 55m
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 54m

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Air Canada
    1h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    6:25 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from $414
  • Air Transat
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $386
  • CargoLogicAir
    4h 10m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    11:10 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    CargoLogicAir
    Economy
    from $336
  • Porter Airlines
    7h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:25 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $298
  • Westjet Airlines
    11h 40m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    11:10 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $585
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $216
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 3m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Union Station Bus Terminal
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $219
  • Metrolinx
    22h 40m
    0
    9:27 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Scarborough Town Center
    8:07 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Agora Circle / Lakehead University
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $221
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $216
  • Metrolinx
    23h 41m
    0
    8:26 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Scarborough Town Center
    8:07 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Agora Circle / Lakehead University
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $221

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $206
  • VIA Rail Canada
    22h 10m
    0
    9:55 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Front St West
    8:05 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Mud River Train Station
    0
    VIA Rail Canada
    Economy
    $612
  • Metrolinx
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    University of Toronto Scarborough Bus Stop
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $182
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $206
  • Metrolinx
    23h 51m
    0
    8:12 AM
    Toronto, ON
    University of Toronto Scarborough Bus Stop
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $182

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Air Canada
    1h 55m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:05 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada
    Economy
    from $329
  • Air Canada rouge
    1h 55m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    11:35 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Canada rouge
    Economy
    from $329
  • CargoLogicAir
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    CargoLogicAir
    Economy
    from $286
  • Porter Airlines
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $287
  • Air Transat
    2h 12m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
    9:47 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $326
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Ontario Northland
    21h 13m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $196
  • Metrolinx
    21h 33m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $228
  • Ontario Northland
    21h 56m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Union Station Bus Terminal
    7:56 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Landmark Hotel Bus Station
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $199
  • Ontario Northland
    22h 48m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Toronto, ON
    Yorkdale
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Ontario Northland
    Economy
    $196
  • Metrolinx
    23h 1m
    0
    9:02 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    8:03 AM
    Thunder Bay, ON
    Regional Health Sciences Centre
    0
    Metrolinx
    Economy
    $228

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Porter Airlines
    1h 54m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:24 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from $144
  • Air Transat
    1h 54m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    9:24 PM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Air Transat
    Economy
    from $168
  • Westjet Airlines
    11h 31m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $206
  • Flair Airlines
    16h 36m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Flair Airlines
    Economy
    from $246
  • Westjet Airlines
    24h 41m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    Pearson Toronto Airport
    10:21 AM
    Thunder Bay Airport
    Thunder Bay International Bus Station
    0
    Westjet Airlines
    Economy
    from $195
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON

What are the most popular stations in Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON?

In Toronto, ON, you will usually depart from Front St West, Union Station Bus Terminal or Scarborough Town Center, while in Thunder Bay, ON you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Landmark Hotel Bus Station or Regional Health Sciences Centre, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON? With 7 connections between 3 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON, you can pay as low as $144 with a Flight from Porter Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Porter Airlines: you will get to Thunder Bay, ON in just 1h 54m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON are Ontario Northland, Metrolinx and Porter Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from East York, ON or to Thunder Bay Airport, and look at flights from Pearson Toronto Airport, and landing at Thunder Bay Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON?

The most popular companies between Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON, are Ontario Northland, Metrolinx and Porter Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Ontario Northland, Metrolinx and VIA Rail Canada

Airlines: Porter Airlines, Air Transat, Westjet Airlines and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON

How can I reach Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON.

How far is Thunder Bay, ON from Toronto, ON?

The distance between Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON is 572.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Toronto, ON and Thunder Bay, ON?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 25 kgs of CO2, a train 32 kgs, a car 157 kgs, and a flight 226 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON?

You can get to Thunder Bay, ON with just $144 by taking a Flight from Porter Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Toronto, ON to Thunder Bay, ON?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Thunder Bay, ON in just 1h 54m with a Flight from Porter Airlines.

More routes to Toronto, ON and to Thunder Bay, ON

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Toronto, ON and to Thunder Bay, ON. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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