Rochester, New York to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, New York from Thunder Bay?

The distance from Rochester, New York to Thunder Bay is 666 miles (1071.8 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located NW of Rochester, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 799.2 miles, taking about 16h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Rochester, New York is in New York, United States, while Thunder Bay is in Ontario, 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rochester, New York and Thunder Bay. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.