Saguenay to Thunder Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Saguenay from Thunder Bay?

The distance from Saguenay to Thunder Bay is 832.1 miles (1339.2 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located W of Saguenay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1076.2 miles, taking about 26h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 10min. Both are located in Canada — Saguenay in Quebec and Thunder Bay in Ontario.

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 Saguenay 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.