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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake. Traveling by bus from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake usually takes around 20 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Ontario Northland bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 524 mi (843 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 1m |
| Cheapest price | $189.35 |
| Most frequent service | Ontario Northland |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake. Ontario Northland is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Northland | 2 | 20h 28m | $198.62 |
Ontario Northland has been running buses since 1937 and continues to provide essential intercity service across Canada's second-largest province. Onboard their vehicles, passengers will find Wi-Fi connectivity described by passengers as excellent. Ontario Northland's clean and comfortable vehicles also include power outlets, air conditioning, and restrooms. Ontario Northland trips from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake usually take about 20 hours and 28 minutes, with an average ticket price of .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 843 kilometers from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Elliot Lake, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fort Frances to Elliot Lake, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Fort Frances?
Main departure station: Couchiching Fn
Fort Frances has two bus stations with service to Elliot Lake.
All bus stations in Fort Frances:
Couchiching Fn
600 Scott St
Where does the bus arrive in Elliot Lake?
Main arrival station: Jack's Ski & Bike Shack
All buses from Fort Frances arrive at one main station in Elliot Lake.
Bus stations in Elliot Lake:
Jack's Ski & Bike Shack
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