Rouyn-Noranda to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

469.6 miles 755.8 km · straight line
595 miles actual route 957.6 km · driving distance
13h 56min estimated drive time
CAD 96 - CAD 119 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Rouyn-Noranda from Thunder Bay?

The distance from Rouyn-Noranda to Thunder Bay is 469.6 miles (755.8 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located W of Rouyn-Noranda. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595 miles, taking about 13h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in Canada — Rouyn-Noranda in Quebec and Thunder Bay in Ontario.

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 Rouyn-Noranda 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 Rouyn-Noranda to Thunder Bay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 56min CAD 96 - CAD 119 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 43min $48–$89* Budget
Train ~13h 14min $71–$208* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rouyn-Noranda & Thunder Bay

Quick Facts

Rouyn-Noranda
48.24°N, 79.02°W
America/Toronto
299m elevation
Thunder Bay
48.38°N, 89.25°W
America/Toronto
199m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM