Kitchener to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Kitchener from Thunder Bay?
The distance from Kitchener to Thunder Bay is 541.3 miles (871.2 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located NW of Kitchener. By car, the driving distance is approximately 910.2 miles, taking about 18h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in Canada.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Kitchener 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.
How to Get from Kitchener to Thunder Bay
Suggested Stops Between Kitchener & Thunder Bay
- 1262 mi
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 180 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 46 times to circle the Earth's equator