Thunder Bay to Vernon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Thunder Bay from Vernon?

The distance from Thunder Bay to Vernon is 1349.2 miles (2171.3 km) as the crow flies. Vernon is located WNW of Thunder Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1621.8 miles, taking about 33h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 13min. Both are located in Canada — Thunder Bay in Ontario and Vernon in British Columbia.

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 Thunder Bay and Vernon. 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.