Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay bus
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay. Traveling by bus from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay usually takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Ontario Northland bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 31 minutes.
Distance | 102 mi (164 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 31m |
Cheapest price | $47.02 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | Ontario Northland |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay?
$48.36 is the average price of a bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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What bus companies travel from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay. 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 | 4 | 2h 42m | $50.36 |
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 Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay usually take about 2 hours and 42 minutes, with an average ticket price of .
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The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 164 kilometers from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 31 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Terrace Bay. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00am. To see the times for all buses from Thunder Bay to Terrace Bay, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Thunder Bay

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Thunder Bay is a city on Lake Superior, near the US border in Minnesota. It is home to the second largest curling stone in the world and offers impressive natural scenery and historic architecture.
Thunder Bay has exciting outdoor locations and kid-friendly activities, like the Loch Lomond Ski Area for snowboarding and skiing and the Kakabeka Falls offering a great view of the waterfall. The Terry Fox National Historic Person Plaque is a top historical site in the city, while art lovers can check modern pieces by native artists at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. Check out Centennial Park, which combines recreations with a living museum. Thunder Bay features the Centennial Conservatory for seeing flowers, and the Quetico Provincial Park is ideal for canoeing and camping.
Downtown Thunder Bay South is the city center, where you can view numerous cultural attractions and landmarks. The city hosts the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition every August, an annual fair for all ages. You can check out Hoito Restaurant, one of the oldest in Canada, for its Finnish-Canadian cuisine and the booming craft brewery scene in the city.
You can visit Thunder Bay by train, with most routes provided by Ontario Northland.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Thunder Bay?
Main departure station: Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Buses to Terrace Bay leave from 4 stations in Thunder Bay.
All bus stations in Thunder Bay:
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
1010 Dawson Rd
Lakehead University
Landmark Hotel
Where does the bus arrive in Terrace Bay?
Main arrival station: Moe & Jo's Lighthouse Variety
All buses from Thunder Bay arrive at one main station in Terrace Bay.
Bus stations in Terrace Bay:
Moe & Jo's Lighthouse Variety
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