North Bay to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is North Bay from Thunder Bay?
The distance from North Bay to Thunder Bay is 479.2 miles (771.2 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located WNW of North Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 635.4 miles, taking about 15h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for North Bay 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 North Bay to Thunder Bay
Suggested Stops Between North Bay & Thunder Bay
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 160 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
- You could travel this distance about 52 times to circle the Earth's equator