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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River. Traveling by bus from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River usually takes around 9 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Ontario Northland bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 331 mi (533 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 8m |
| Cheapest price | $106.63 |
| Most frequent service | Ontario Northland |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River. Ontario Northland connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Northland | 3 | 9h 42m | $112.29 |
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 Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River usually take about 9 hours and 42 minutes, with an average ticket price of .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 533 kilometers from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 8 minutes. 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Sault Ste. Marie to Chalk River, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Sault Ste. Marie?
Main departure station: Sault College
Buses to Chalk River leave from 3 stations in Sault Ste. Marie.
All bus stations in Sault Ste. Marie:
Sault College
Sault Area Hospital
503 Trunk St
Where does the bus arrive in Chalk River?
Main arrival station: 2 Trans-Canada Hwy
All buses from Sault Ste. Marie arrive at one main station in Chalk River.
Bus stations in Chalk River:
2 Trans-Canada Hwy
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