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

How far is Syracuse, New York from Thunder Bay?

The distance from Syracuse, New York to Thunder Bay is 730.1 miles (1175 km) as the crow flies. Thunder Bay is located NW of Syracuse, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 876.1 miles, taking about 17h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Syracuse, 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. 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 Syracuse, 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.