Greater Sudbury to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Greater Sudbury from Thunder Bay?

The distance from Greater Sudbury to Thunder Bay is 407.2 miles (655.3 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located WNW of Greater Sudbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 557.2 miles, taking about 13h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Greater Sudbury and Thunder Bay. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.